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Meeting Packet
February 21, 2001
AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 21,2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
http://www.ci.kenai.ak.us
ITEM A:
CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*Ail 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:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealing the Current Sign Code, KMC
14.20.9.20 and Replacing it with a New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220.
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Substitute Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealing the Current
Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220 and Replacing it with a New Sign
Code, KMC 14.20.220 [includes amendment proposed by Planning
& Zoning Commission at KMC 14.20.220(a)(11)].
Consideration of ordinance.
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Ordinance No. 1894-2001 -- Amending KMC 14.20.105(i) (Townsite
Historic (TSH) Zoning District) to Reflect a Change in the Numbering of
the New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220 Which is Referenced in KMC
14.20.105(i).
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Ordinance No. 1895-2001 -- Requesting that Land, Water and
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Restrictions be Released From City-Owned
Land Described as the F.A.A. Football Field (Portion of Borough Parcel
No. 047-058-07) and That the Restrictions be Converted to Replacement
Property Described as a Tract on the Kenai River Including a Portion of
Birch Island (Borough Parcel No. 049-110-09} After the Property is
Transferred to the State of Alaska.
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Ordinance No. 1896-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $170,000 in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund for
Cm'peting and Floor Coveting Replacement and Seating.
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ITEM D:
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ITEM E:
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ITEM F:
ITEM G:
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ITEM H:
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Resolution No. 2001-11 -- Transferring $6,000 in the Legislative Budget
to the City Clerk Budget to Continue In-House Record
Management/Document Imaging Efforts.
*Liquor License Renewal-- Elks Lodge #2425 - Club License
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. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board
c. Alaska Municipal League Report
MINUTES
*Regular Meeting of February 7, 2001.
CORRESPONDENCE
OLD BUSINESS
REW BUSINESS
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
*Ordinance No. 1896-2001-- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $10,480 for Revenue Sharing Pass-Through Grants.
*Ordinance No. 1897-2001 -- IncreaSing General Fund Estimated
Revenues and Appropriations by $14,040 for a Memorial Park Sidewalk
Extensions.
*Ordinance No. 1898-2001 -- Amending the Development Requirements
Table by Adding a Requirement for Setbacks to be Measured From the
Right-of-Way or Access Easement.
Discussion -- Schedule Board of Adjustment Hearing/Appealing the
Decision of the Planning & Zoning Commission on PZ01-02, PZ01-03,
PZ01-04, and PZ01-05, Relating to Conditional Use Permits Applications
Submitted by Michael Kent, d/b/a Alaska Lodge/James Krein, Applicant
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Discussion -- Set Budget Work Session Dates
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Discussion -- Set Volunteer Appreciation Reception Date
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- None Scheduled
ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
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MAYOR'S REPORT
FEBRUARY 21,2001
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
POSTPONE TO
MARCH 21, 2001- C-1, C-la, c-2 -- A section was inadvertently left out
of the final version of C- 1 and C- la. Postponement will
allow Administration to include omitted section. C-2 is
a technical clean-up ordinance which should trail C-1.
REMOVE FROM
REGULAR
AGENDA:
C-4, Ordinance No. 1896-2001 (the ordinance needs to
be added to the consent agenda-- wrong dates were
inadvertently placed on the document)
REOUESTED
BY:
ADMINISTRATION
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ADD TO:
1-2, Manager's Report -- request for Purchase of Inlet
Woods Lots
CITY MANAGER
ADD AS:
CONSENT AGENDA
*H-6, Ordinance No. 1896-2001
FINANCE DIRECTOR
MAYOR'S REPORT
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Suggested by: Administration
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1893-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ~NAI, ALASKA, REPE~ING
THE CURRENT SIGN CODE, KMC 14.20.220, AND REPLACING IT WITH A NEW SIGN
CODE, KMC 14.20.220.
WHEREAS, the current KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs and Advertising Devices" is
outdated and in need of revision; and
WHEREAS, a new KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs" has been drafted and is attached as
Attachment A; and
WHEREAS, a summary of the new ordinance "Signs" in table form was prepared for
reference; and
WHEREAS, a comparison of the current sign code (Signs and Advertising Devises) and
the proposed sign code (Signs) was prepared for reference; and
WHEREAS, the changes in the new sign code will modernize the rules and procedures
for signs and advertising devices within the city of Kenai; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the city of Kenai to enact the new sign code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
Alaska, that KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs and Advertising Devices" is repealed and
replaced by a new KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs" as appears in Attachment A of this
ordinance.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day of
February 2001,
ATTEST:
John J. Williams, Mayor
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
February 7, 2001
February 21,2001
March 21,2001
14.20.220 Signs.
(a)
(b)
General Requirements'
(1) A permit shall be obtained from the administrative official prior to the installation of
any sign, nameplate, advertising sign or advertising structure except as provided in
subsection (c). Construction and erection of signs shall be in accordance with this
chapter, with the Uniform Sign Code [(KMC 4.15)], and with the National Electrical
Code [(KMC 4.30)], except that temporary signs need not be constructed according to
the Uniform Sign Code (KMC 4.15).
(2) When a building permit is obtained for the construction of a building, ~signs for that
building that conform to this Code shall be considered as part of the valuation of that
building. The fee for signs not covered by a building permit shall be set as provided
by KMC 7.15.100.
(3) A permit for a commercial advertising sign shall be issued only if the sign will be
located on the premises advertised, or on the common property available for such
purposes to all commercial occupants of a multiple commercial development such as
malls. The City of Kenai may erect, or may allow another govemmental agency to
erect, information signs, as they deem necessary.
(4) Penalties for violations of this section shall be as set forth in KMC 14.20.260(e).
(5) If any of the provisions of this Code hereby adopted conflict with the Uniform Sign
Code adopted by reference, the provisions of this Code will prevail.
(6) Signs shall be ei;eeted and maintained plumb, level, and true and 'kept repaired,
painted, and maintained.
(7) The Building Official shall determine the area of all signs and shall classify all signs.
(8) Existing signs for which no permit was obtained: When the owner of record of. a lot
or lessee of a lot on which a sign or signs are located that do not conform to the
provisions of this Code has been notified that such sign or signs are non-conforming,
the owner shall make the sign or signs conforming within ten (10) days from the date
of such notice or re. move the sign.
(9) Relief from the provisions of this section may be provided by a variance as prescribed
under KMC 14.20.180.
(10) A permit issued under the provisions of this section shall become null and void if the
sign erection or other work authorized by such permit is not commenced within
ninety (90) days of the date of issuance, or if the sign display or work authorized by
such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of ninety (90) days any time after
the display or work is commenced.
Residential Zones. For the purposes of this section, the following shall be considered
residential zones: RR, RS, RR-1, RS-l, RS-2, RU, R & TSH. Signs are allowed in the
residential zones as follows'
(1) Allowed signs not requiring a permit.
(A) Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body to post legal
notices, identify public property, convey public information, and direct or
regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
(B) Personal message signs of a total of not more than five (5) square feet,
containing.non-commercial messages or used to advertise the sale or lease of
the property on which it is located.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 1 of 7
(2)
(c)
(D)
(G)
(I)
(J)
Traditional holiday decorations.
Signs in the nature of comerstones, commemorative plaques, historical signs,
building name and street number.
Signs within a building or on a structure or fence located at an outdoor
sporting event, sporting facility or sports field.
Temporary signs of not more than five (5) square feet advertising such items a
"yard sale'~ or "garage sale" may be displayed for one week. Such signs must
display the name, address and telephone of an adult person
conducting/supervising such sale and must be dated.
Signs erected on a lot or lots screened or fenced so that no part is visible from
a public-fight of way or another lot.
COnstruction signs. During construction, repair, or alteration of a structure,
temporary signs that denote the architect, engineer, contractor, or builder or
which den.o, te the name of the structure and its use or occupants-to-be may be
erected on the construction site. Each sign shall be no more than thirty-two
(32) square feet in size and no more than one such sign shall be permitted for
each architect or engineering firm, contractor, builder, owner, or denoting the
name, use, and occupants-to-be of the structure. Any of these may be
combined on one or more signs but the total square footage of the sign or
signs shall not exceed that set out above. All construction signs shall be
removed when the project is completed.
A flag or insignia of any nation, organization of nations, state, borough, city
religious, civic, fraternal organization, or educational institution except flags
used in connection with a commercial promotion or as an advertising device.
Events signs. Unlighted sign(s) of up to thirty-two (32) square feet may be
displayed for the purpose of announcing an event of civic, philanthropic,
educational or religious organization. Signs may be installed no sooner than
ten (10) days prio~ to the event announced and shall be removed within five
days after the event. No event signs may be installed for a period exceeding
thirty (30~.days in any ninety (90) day period. The ninety (90) day period
begins on the first day the event sign is displayed.
Political signs. Political signs shall be removed within two (2) weeks after the
date of the election that the signs were displayed to promote; provided that
signs erected for any primary election that remain relevant to the following
general election may be maintained until two (2) weeks following the general
election. If after reasonable notice, such signs are not removed, the City may
remove them and the candidate, organization, or person who caused the sign
to be placed may be charged for said removal.
Allowed signs requiring a permit.
(A) Signs identifying a home occupation. One sign per use not exceeding (5) five
square feet. Such sign shall be no closer than ten (10) feet to any property line
or shall be flat against the building. No lighting is permitted.
03) Bulletin boards. Bulletin boards or permanent changeable letter signs located
on the premises shall be permitted for churches, schools, community centers
and public, charitable or institutional uses. Such signs shall contain no more
than thirty2'two (32) square feet in area. Such signs may be used as wall signs;
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 2 of 7
(c)
may be used as ground signs when located a minimum of ten (1 O) feet from
the street lot line; may be indirectly illuminated.
(C) Signs for other allowed and conditional uses. One sign per use not to exceed
thirty-two (32) square feet in area for multi-family dwellings, clubs,
professional offices, churches, and other similar uses. Such signs shall be no
closer than ten (10) feet to any property line or shall be flat against the
building...
(D) Signs for non-conforming uses. A non-conforming use in a residential zone
may have one sign per property, unlighted, and no larger than thirty-two (32)
square feet in area. Such signs shall be no closer than ten (10) feet to any
property line or shall be flat against the building.
(E) A permanent subdivision sign may be placed at one entrance to a subdivision
and may contain only the name of the subdivision. Such sign shall not exceed
thirty-two (32) square feet. Any illumination shall be by indirect means.
(3) Prohibited Signs,
(A) Audio signs.
(B) Beacon signs.
(C) Unauthorized signs in the fight-of-way or on city property. Such signs may be
removed and disposed of without notice.
(D) Signs that are higher than 32 (thirty-two) feet above the adjacent ground or
pavement level.
(E)Signs containing profane or indecent words or illustrations.
(F) Signs containing electrical equipment or electrical apparatus of any kind that
causes interference with radio, television, or telephone signals or reception.
(G) Signs placed on trailers or vehicles, which as parked or located are designed
primarily to display said sign. This does not apply to signs or lettering on
buses, taxis, or vehicles operated in the normal course of business.
(H)Flashing or intermittent illumination are not permitted.
(I)Balloons or other inflatable or gas-filled figures or signs.
(J)Signs not mentioned in the code are prohibited.
(K) No sign shall be erected at any location where by reason of the position,
shape, intensity, or color of such sign it may interfere with, obstruct the view
of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device. No sign
shall be attached to any traffic sign or signal device, or to any public sign or
signpost.
(L) No sign other than public signs shall be placed within twenty (20) feet of any
'intersection as measured from the nearest intersection of street fight-of-way
lines.
(M) No off preinises commercial advertising signs, including billboards except at
an outdoor sporting event, sports facility, or sports field.
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(N) Portable signs.
(O) Fence signs.
Commercial and Industrial Zones. For purposes of this section, the following districts
shall be considered commercial districts: CC, CG, IL, and IH. Signs are allowed in these
districts as follows.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 3 of 7
(2)
Allowed signs not requiring a permit.
(A) Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body to post legal
notices, identify public Property, convey public information, and direct or
regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
(B) Personal message signs of a total of not more than 5 square feet containing
non-commercial messages.
(C) Traditional holiday decorations.
(D) Temporary banners of not more than thirty-two (32) square feet. No
temporary banners shall be installed or placed for a period to exceed thirty
(30) days in any ninety (90) day period.
(E) Signs in the nature of cornerstones, commemorative plaques, historical signs,
building name, or street number.
(F) Signs within a building or on a structure or fence located at an outdoor
sporting event, sporting facility or sports field.
(G) Temporary signs of not more than five (5) square feet advertising such items
as "yard sale," "garage sale", or "lemonade" may be displayed for one week.
Such signs must .display the name, address and telephone number of an adult
person conducting/supervising such sale and must be dated.
(H) Signs erected on a lot or lots that are fenced or screened so that no part is
visible fi'om a public fight-of-way or another lot.
(I) Construction signs. During construction, repair, or alteration of a structure,
temporary signs that denote the architectural or engineering finn, contractor or
builder that denote the name of the structure and its use or occupants-to-be
may be erected on the construction site. Each sign shall be thirty-two- (32)
square feet or less in size and no more than one such sign shall be permitted
for each architectural or engineering firm, contractor, builder, owner, or
denoting the name, use and oceupams-to-be of the'structure. Any of these may
be combined on one or more signs but the total square footage of the sign or
signs shall not exceed that set out above. All construction signs shall be
removed when the construction is completed.
(J) A flag or insignia of any nation, organization of nations, state, borough, city,
religious, civic, fraternal organization, or educational institutional except flags
used in connection with a commercial promotion or as an advertising device.
(K) Event signs. One unlighted sign of up to thirty-two (32) square feet may be
displayed for the purpose of announcing an event of civiC, philanthropic,
educational or religious organization. Signs may be installed no sooner than
ten (10) days prior to the event announced and shall be removed within five
days after the event. No event signs may be installed for a period exceeding
thirty (30) days in any ninety (90) day period. The ninety (90) day period
begins on the first day the event sign is displayed. Event signs shall contain
the date of their placement.
(L) Real estate signs of thirty-two (32) feet or less used to advertise the sale or
lease of the property on which the sign is located.
(lV0 A sandwich board sign of not more than sixteen (16) square feet exclusive of
other signs allowed.
Allowed signs requiting a permit.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 4 of 7
(d)
(3)
(A) One freestanding or marquee per premises of not more than 120 square feet.
Where there is more than one business on a premises a combined freestanding
or marquee sign of not more than 200 square feet.
(B) One roof sign of not more than 64 square feet. Where there is more than one
business on a premises, a combined roof sign of not more than 128 square
feet.
(C) Rotating signs are allowed, but may not exceed the square footage set forth
above.
(D) Real estate signs larger than 32 square feet advertising the sale or lease of the
property on which the sign is located.
(E) Fence signs of not more than sixty-four (64) square feet. Where there is more
than one business on a premises, fence signs may not exceed one hundred
twenty-eight (128) square feet.
Prohibited signs.
(A) Audio signs.
(B) Beacon signs.
(C) Unauthorized sign in the right-of way or on city property. Such signs may be
removed and disposed of without notice.
(D) Portable changeable letter electric or non-electric signs.
(E) Signs, other than roof signs, which are higher than thirty-two (32) feet above
the adjacent ground or pavement level. No roof sign shall be higher than eight
(8) feet above the roof on which it is placed.
(F) Signs containing profane or indecent words or illustrations.
(G) Signs containing electrical equipment or electrical apparatus of any kind that
causes interference with radio, television, or telephone signals or reception.
(H) Signs placed on trailers or vehicles that are parked or located are designed to
primarily to display said sign. This does-not apply to signs or lettering on
buses, taxis, or vehicles, operated in the normal course of business.
(I) Flashing or intermittent illumination signs are not permitted except time and
temperature, automatic changing message signs and traditional holiday
decorations.
(J) Balloons or other inflatable or gas-filled figures or signs.
(K) Signs not mentioned in this code are prohibited.
(L) No. sign shall be erected at any location where by reason of the position,
shape, intensity, or color of such it may interfere with, obstruct the view of, or
be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device, or to any public
sign or signpost.
(M) No sign other than public signs shall be placed within twenty (20) feet of any
intersection as measured from the nearest intersection of street right of way
lines.
(N) No off premises commercial advertising signs, including billboards except at
an outdoor sporting event, sports facility or sports field.
Signs allowed in the Conservation Zone. Public signs erected by or on behalf of a
govemmental body to post legal notices, identify public property, convey public
information, and direct or regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 5 of 7
(e)
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Non-conforming signs.
(1) After the enactment of this section, signs located within the City of Kenai on the
effective date of this section that do not conform to the requirements of this code
shall be classified as legal "non-conforming" signs if the sign was in compliance
with applicable law on the date of adoption of this code.
(2) A legal non-conforming sign shall immediately lose its legal non-conforming
designation if:
(A) The sign is altered in any way in structure which tends to increase its
non-conformity with the requirements of this code;
(B) The sign structure is relocated;
(C) The sign (except for copy on a changeable copy sign) is replaced.
Upon the occurrence of A, B or C above, the sign shall be immediately brought
into compliance with this code with a new permit secured or it shall be removed.
Specific Definitions Pertaining to Signs
(1) "Applicant" means any for-profit or non-profit enterprise, or organization, or any
individual not acting on behalf of such an enterprise or organization.
(2) "Audio sign" .means a sign that emits a noise or sound, either spoken words, music,
or singing.
(3) "Banner" means a sign constructed of flexible material, such as cloth, which moves
upon being subjected to pressure by the wind.
(4) "Beacon sign" means a light with one or more beams capable of being directed in
any direction or directions or capable of being revolved.
"Combination sign" means a sign incorporating any combination of the features of
pole, projecting, and roof signs.
"Curb line," means the line at the face of the curb nearest to the street or roadway. In
the absence of a curb, the curb line shall be established by the City Engineer.
"Display surface" means the area made available by the sign structure for the
purpose of displaying the advertising message.
"Electric sign" means any sign containing electrical wiring, but does not include
signs illuminated by an exterior light source.
"Fence sign" means a sign other than a real estate or home occupation sign displayed
upon fences or upon walls that are not an integral part of a building or walls that are
used as fences.
"Fin sign" means a sign that is supported wholly by a building or partly by poles and
partly by a building.
"Ground sign" means a sign which is supported by one or more uprights, poles, or
braces in or upon the ground other than a combination sign, fin sign, or pole sign as
defined by this Code.
"Legal setback line" means a line established by ordinance beyond which a building
may not be built. A legal setback line may be a property line.
"Marquee" means a permanent weatherproof structure attached to, supported by a
building, and projecting from the wall of the building.
"Pole sign" means a sign wholly supported by a sign structure in the ground.
"Political sign" means a sign promoting a candidate for political office, or promoting
any position on a ballot proposition.
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)
(15)
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 6 of 7
(16)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
"Portable display surface" means a display surface temporarily fixed to a
standardized advertising structure that is regularly moved from structure to structure
at periodic intervals.
"Portable sign" means a sign other than a temporary sign that is not attached to any
building or structure. It may readily be moved from one location to another. It is
designed to rest on the ground when displayed and may be with or without its own
wheels. It may or may not be lighted.
"Projecting sign" means a sign other than a wall sign, which projects form and is
supported by a wall of a building or structure
"Real estate sign" means a sign advertising the sale, lease or rent of one or more lots
or acreage or the improvements thereon by a real estate company or individual
licensed by the State of Alaska.
"Roof sign" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet of a building or
structure.
"Sign" means any words, letters, parts of letters, figures, numerals, phrases,
sentences, emblems, devices, trade names, or trade marks by which anything is made
known, such as are used to designate an individual, a firm, an association, a
corporation, a profession, a business, or a commodity or product which are visible
fi'om any public street or highway and used to attract attention.
"Sign structure" means a structure that supports or is capable of supporting any sign
as defined in this Code. A sign structure may be a single pole or poles and may or
may not be an integral paxt of a building.
"Temporary sign" means any sign, banner, pennant, valance, or advertising display
constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wall board, or other light
materials, with or without frames, designed to be displayed for a limited period of
time only.
"Wall sign" means any sign attached to, painted on, or erected against the wall of a
building or structure, with the exposed face of the sign in a plane parallel to the
plane of the said wall.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893- 2001
Page 7 of 7
c
CURRENT KMC 14.20.220
Note: The numbering in the new ordinance has changed significantly.
Fees will now be
covered under KMC
7.15.100 (set by the
City Manager).
14.20.220 Signs and advertising devices.
(a) General Requirements:
(1) A permit shall be obtained, from the administrative official prior to
the installation of any sign, nameplate, advertising sign or advertising
stru. c~e except as provided in subsection (c). Construction and
erection of signs shall be in accordance with this chapter, with the
Uniform Sign Code, and with the National Electrical Code.
(2) When a building permit is obtained for the construction of a
building, signs for that building which conform to this Code shall be
considered as part of the valuation of that building. The fee for signs
not covered by a building permit shall be as follows'
Last sentence deleted.
Deleted.
Home Occupation Signs ..............................$ 5.00
Portable Signs ........................................ 5.00
Pennant Signs ......................................... 5.00
Electrical Signs; ..................................... 25.00
All Other Signs ..................... - ................. 15.00
(3) A permit for a commercial sign shall be issued only if the sign will
be located on the premises advertised, or on the common property
available for such purposes to all commercial occupants of a multiple
commercial development such as malls. [THE CITY OF KENAI
MAY ERECT, OR MAY ALLOW ANOTHER GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCY TO ERECT, INFORMATION SIGNS AS THEY DEEM
NECESSARY.]
(4) Penalties for violations of this section shall be as set forth in KMC
14.20.260(e).
(5), If any of the provisions of this Code hereby adopted conflict with
the Uniform Sign Code adopted by reference, the provisions of this
Code will prevail.
(6) Signs shall be erected and maintained plumb, level, and true'and
kept repaired, painted, and maintained.
(7) The Building Official shall determine the area of all signs and
shall classify all signs.
(8) Existing signs for which no permit was obtained: When the owner
of record of a lot or lessee of a lot on which a sign or signs are located
that do not conform to the provisions of this Code has been notified
that such sign or signs are non-conforming, the owner shall make the
sign or signs conforming within ten (10) days from the date of such
notice or remove the sign'
(9) All signs except temporary signs shall be designed according to
the Uniform Sign Code.
(10) Relief from any of the provisions of this section may be provided
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Page 1 of 7
~d a new section.
Note: The new code places sections for Prohibited Signs and Allowed
ot Requiring a Permit in sections by zones.
by a variance as prescribed under KMC 14.20.180.
-~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~r~~ of this section shall become
null and void if the sign erection or other work authorized by such
permit is not commenced within ninety (90) days of the date of
issuance, or if the sign display or work authorized by such permit is
suspended or abandoned for a period of ninety (90) days any time after
the display or work is commenced.
See Page 1 of Attachment' A.
..
~Signs
Co) Prohibited Signs:
Not p ~d in
residential zones.
Some types allowed in
commercial zones.
Deleted
signs not
in residential zones.
Allowed at sporting
events.
signs placed on
vehicles when used
primarily to display
sign. -----
be erected at any location where by reason of the
position, shape, intensity, or color of such sign it may interfere with,
obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign,
signal or device. No sign shall be attached to any traffic sign or signal
device, or to any public sign or sign post.
(2) No sign other than signs shall be placed within twenty (20)
feet of any intersection as measured from the nearest intersection of
street fight-of-way lines.
signs or intermittent illumination are not permitted
except time and temperature, automatic changing message signs and
traditional holiday decorations. Only that part of time and temperature
mci changing message signs which contain advertising will be
considered as part of allowable sign area.
signs are not permitted in any zone.
The use of profane or indecent words or illustrations is pre
(6) Beacon signs are pre dted.
(7) Bench signs are ,,d.
(8) No equipment or electrical apparatus of any kind which
causes interference with radio or television reception shall be used in
the operation of any sign.
(9) s~gns in any fight-of-way or on City property may
be removed by the City and disposed of.
Signs not mentioned in this Code are prohibited.
11) No sign, except roof signs, shall be higher than thirty-two (32)
feet above the adjacent ground or pavement level. No roof sign shall
be higher than eight (8) feet above the roof on which it is placed.
(12) Portable changeable letter electric or non-electric signs are not
i permitted except as provided for in KMC 14.20.220(e)(3).
'(13) No off-premises commercial adverti;i~-~ ~ in-'h'm'ding
i billboards, are allowed in any zone.
Page 2 of 7
Added balloons or
inflatable or gas-filled
figures or signs.
(e) Signs Not Requiring a Permit:
,
For residential zones
covered under (b) (1)
(B). Commercial
covered under (c) (1)
(L) and (c) (2) (D).
Deleted.
,
(1) Signs erected on a lot or lots that are fenced or screened so that no
part is visible from a public right-of-way or another lot are exempt
from this Code.
'(2) Political signs may be displayed in any Zone except conservation
without permit but must comply with the regulations of this Code. All
political signs shall be removed within two (2) weeks after the date of
the .election that the signs were displayed to promote; provided that
signs erected for any primary election that remain relevant to the
following general election may be maintained until two weeks
following the general election. If, after reasonable notice, such signs
are not removed, the City may remove them, and the candidate,
organization, or person who caused the sign to be erected may be
charged for said removal. (Ord. 1657-95)
(3) Construction signs: During construction, repair, or alteration of a
structure, temporary signs which denote the architect, engineer,
contractor, or builder or which denote the name of the structure and its
use or occupants-to-be may be erected on the construction site. Each
sign shall be thirty-two (32) square feet or less in size and no more
than one such sign shall be permitted for each architect, engineer,
contractor, builder, owner, or denoting the name, use and occupants-
to-be of the structure. Any of these may be combined on one or more
signs but the total square footage of the sign or signs shall not exceed
thai set out above. All construction signs shall be removed when the
construction is completed.
(4) Public safety signs exclusively relating to the safety of the Public
(e.g., "no parking today," "use covered walkway," "do not enter,"
"danger," "loading zone") may be located as needed for public safety.
Traffic signs may be erected by any governmental agency.
(5) Real estate signs: One sign not exceeding fiVe (5) square feet
adv, ertising the sale, rental, or lease of the building or premises on
which it is maintained.
(6) Signs within a building.
(7) Temporary signs of not more than five (5) square feet may be
displayed in any zone except conservation for one week but must
comply with other pertinent regulations of this Code. Signs advertising
sales, such as "garage," "moving," "yard," "house," or "lemonade"
may be displayed under this section and must have the name, address,
and telephone number of person conducting such sale and must be
dated.
(8) No permit is required for copy changes on a conforming bulletin
board or marquee, for maintenance where no structural changes are
made or for copy changes on signs otherwise in compliance with this
Page 3 of 7
·
Increased to 5 square
feet.
Increased size to 32
square feet.
Code using interchangeable letters and numbers.
(9) A flag or insignia of any nation, organizatiOn of nations, state,
borough, city, religious, civic, fraternal organization, or educational
institution except such flags used in connection with a commercial
promotion or as an advertising device. (10) Traditional holiday decorations.
(11) Signs in the nature of cornerstones, commemorative plaques,
historical signs, building name, and street number.
(d) Signs Permitted in Residential Zones:
(1) Signs identifying home occupations: One sign per use not
exceeding four (4) square feet in area. Such sign shall be no closer
than ten (10) feet to any property line or shall be flat against the
building. No lighting is permitted.
(2) Bulletin Boards: Bulletin boards' or permanent changeable letter
signs located on the premises shall be permitted for churches, schools,
community centers, and public, charitable, or institutional uses. Unless
otherwise permitted in the zone, such signs shall contain no more than
thirty-two (32) square feet in area. Such signs may be used as wall
,,
signs; may be used as ground signs when located a minimum of ten
(10) feet from the street lot line; may be indirectly illuminated; and
one such sign shall be permitted for each street frontage.
' (3) Signs for other permitted and conditional uses' One sign per use
not to exceed third-two (3'2) square feet in area for multi-family
dwellings, clubs, professional offices, and other similar uses. Such
sign shall be no closer than ten (10) feet to any property line or shall
be flat against the building.
(4) Signs for non-conforming uses' A legal non-conforming use in a
residential zone may have one sign per property, unlighted, and no
larger than twenty (20) square feet in area. Such signs shall be flat
against the building or shall be located no closer than ten (10) feet to
any property line.
(5) [P~AL ESTATE SIGNS OF MORE THAN FIVE SQUARE
FEET: RE~ ESTATE SIGNS ADVERTIS~G THE SALE OR
LEASE OF TWO ACRES OR MORE, OR FIVE OR MORE
CONTIGUOUS LOTS MAY BE COMBINED INTO ONE SIGN OF
NOT MORE THAN THIRTY-TWO (32) SQUARE FEET. THE
DISPLAY OF SUCH SIGNS SHALL BE LIMITED TO A PERIOD
OF TWO YEARS. PRIOR TO THE EXP~TION THEREOF, THE
APPLICANT MAY REQUEST AN EXTENSION OF NOT MORE
THAN ONE YEAR FROM THE COMMISSION. THE SIGN
SHALL BE REMOVED UPON THE EXP~TION OF THE TWO-
YEAR PERIOD OR EXTENSION THEREOF OR WITHIN TWO
WEEKS AFTER THE SALE OF THE PROPERTY.] A permanent
subdivision sign may be placed at one entrance to a subdivision and
may contain only the name of the subdivision. Such sign shall not
exceed thirty-two (32) square feet. Any illumination shall be by
indirect means.
Deleted first section.
Page 4 of 7
(e) Signs Permitted in Commercial, and Industrial Zones:
Increased size to 120
square feet for one
business or 200 square
feet for multiple
businesses. Includes
marquee when
measuring total size.
(1) All signs permitted by this Code, provided that the square footage
of all signs other than wall, marquee, and roof signs shall not exceed a
total of 81 square feet per business. Where there is more than one
business on a premises, a 'combined sign for all businesses on that
premises shall not exceed 154 square feet.
Provides for roof signs
of 64 square feet for
one business or 128 for
more than one business.
(2) Signs may rotate, but must not exceed the square footage set out
above.
Deleted.
Specifies size for fence
signs of 64 square feet
for one business or 128
for more than one
(3) A permit may be obtained for temporary use of portable
changeable letter electric or non-electric signs. The permit shall be
valid for display of such signs for a continuous perio~t of no longer
than seven (7) days. An applicant shall be limited to two permits
during any twelve-month period. Such signs shall comply with all
requirements of this Code.
(4) Fence signs shall be mounted in a plane parallel to the fence or
wall and shall not extend above the top of the fence or wall.
business.
Deleted~unnecessary.
Deleted~Added
banner under signs not
requiring a permit.
Changed that signs ,32
square feet do not
require a permit. Signs
>32 square feet require
a permit.
Added sandwich
(5) Signs may not project beyond the property line.
(6) Pennant signs shall not exceed eight (8) square feet for each
pennant nor sixteen (16) square feet total per lot.
(7) Real estate signs larger than five (5) square feet shall conform to
all of the requirements of this Code.
·
boards.
(f) Signs Permitted in the Townsite Historic District Zone: (Ord. 1726-97)
TSH sign requirements (1) Intent. The intent of the Townsite Historic District Zone sign
were added to the standards is to enhance, protect, and preserve the distinctive historical
residential zone section, character of Kenais historic district. It is intended that the signs
express the special character of the district, a style which relates to the
premises, and be of a size that is in scale with the building and
streetscape as a whole.
Page 5 of 7
(2) Signs identifying home occupations: One sign not exceeding four
(4) square feet in area. Such sign shall be no closer than ten (10) feet
to any property line. No lighting is permitted.
(3). Signs for non-confom~g, permitted and conditional uses: One
sign of thirty-two (32) sqUare feet per f~ee-standing building unless the
sign is a wall sign in which case it shall not be greater than ten percent
(10%) of the area of the wall to which it is connected, attached or
painted on, or thirty-~o (32) square feet, whichever is less. Lighting
shall be by indirect means.
(4) Portable, changeable electric or non-electric signs are not
permitted.
(5) Roof signs are not permitted.
(6) Electric signs are not permitted.
(g) Signs Permitted in the Conservation Zone:
Modified wording. No sign shall be permitted in a conservation zone except signs erected
by the City of Kenai.
(h) Specific Definitions Pertaining to Signs:
(1) "Applicant" means any for-profit or non-profit enterprise, or
organization, or any individual not acting on behalf of such an
enterprise or organization.
(2) "Audio sign" means a sign that emits a noise or sound, either
spoken words, music, or singing.
Added Banner.
Deleted.
(3) "Beacon sign" means a light with one or more beams capable of
being directed in any direction or directions or capable of being
revolved.
(4) "Bench sign" means any sign painted on or attached to a seat,
chair, or bench, any of which are visible to the public.
(5) "Combination sign" means a sign incorporating any combination
of the features of pole, projecting, and roof signs.
(6) "Curb line" means the line at the face of the curb nearest to the
street or roadway. In the absence of a curb, the curb line shall be
established by the City Engineer.
(7) "Display surface" means the area made available by the sign
smicmre for the purpose of displaying the advertising message.
(8) "Electric sign" means any sign containing electrical wiring, but
does not include signs illuminated by an exterior light source.
"(9) "Fence sign" means a sign displayed upon fences or upon walls
that are not an integral part of a building or walls that are used as
fences.
(i0) "Fin sign" means a sign which is supported wholly by a building
or partly by poles and partly by a building.
(11) "Ground sign" means a sign which is supported by one or more
uprights, poles, or braces in or upon the ground other than a
combination sign, fin sign, or pole sign as defined by this Code.
(12) "Legal setback line" means a line established by ordinance
beyond which a building may not be built. A legal setback line may be
Page 6 of 7
Deleted.
a property line.
(13) "Marquee" means a permanem weatherproof structure attached
to and supported by a building and projecting from the wall of the
building.
(14) "Pennant sign" means a sign constructed of'flexible material,
such as cloth, which moves upon being subjected to pressure by the
wind.
(15) "Pole sign" means a sign wholly supported by a sign structure in
the ground. .~
(16) "Political sign" means a sign promoting a candidate for political
office, promoting any political position, opinion, or promoting any
position on a ballot proposition.
(17) "Portable display surface" means a'display surface temporarily
fixed to a standardized advertising structure which is regularly moved
fi'om structure to structure at periodic intervals.
,
(18) "Portable sign" means a sign other than a temporary sign that is
not attached to any building or structure. It may readily be moved
fi'om one location to another. It is designed to rest on the ground when
displayed and may be with or without its own wheels. It may or may
not,be lighted.
(19) "Projecting sign" means a sign other than a wall sign, which
projects form and is supported by a wall of a building or structure.
(20) "Real estate sign" means a sign advertising the sale, lease or rent
of one or more lots or acreage or the improvements thereon by a real
estate company or individual licensed by the State of Alaska.
(21) '"Roof sign" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet
of a building or structure.
(22) "Sign" means any words, letters, parts of letters, figures,
numerals, phrases, sentences, emblems, devices, trade names, or trade
marks by which anything is made known, such as are used to
designate an individual, a firm, an association, a corporation, a
profession, a business, or a commodity or product which are visible
from any public street or highway and used to attract attention.
(23) "Sign structure" means a structure which supports or is capabl~
of'supporting any sign as defined in this Code. A sign structure may
be a single pole or poles and may or may not be an integral part of a
building.
(24) "Temporary sign" means any sign, banner, pennant, valance, or
advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric,
cardboard, wall board, or other light materials, with or without frames,
designed to be displayed for a limited period of time only.
(25) "Wall sign" means any sign attached to, painted on, or erected
agai,'nst the wall of a building or structure, with the exposed face of the
sign in a plane parallel to the plane of the said wall.
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Suggested by:
SUBSTITL, ~
Administration
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1893-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, REPEALING
THE CURRENT SIGN CODE, KMC 14.20.220, AND REPLACING IT WITH A NEW SIGN
CODE, KMC 14.20.220.
WHEREAS, the current KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs and Advertising Devices" is
outdated and in need of revision; and
WHEREAS, a new KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs" has been drafted and is attached as
Attachment A; and
WHEREAS, a summary of the new ordinance
reference; and
"Signs" in table form was prepared for
WHEREAS, a comparison of the current sign code (Signs and Advertising Devises) and
the proposed sign code (Signs) was prepared for reference; and
WHEREAS, the changes in the new sign code will modernize the rules and procedures
for signs and advertising devices within the city of Kenai; and
'WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the city of Kenai to enact the new sign code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL' OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
Alaska, that KMC 14.20.220 entitled "Signs and Advertising Devices" is repealed and
replaced by a new KMC 14.20.22.0 entitled "Signs" as appears in Attachment A of this
ordinance.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day of
February 2001.
ATTEST:
John d. Williams, Mayor
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
February 7, 2001
February 21,2001
March 21,2001
14.20.220 Signs.
General Requirements:
(1) A permit shall be obtained from the administrative official prior to the installation of
any sign, nameplate, advertising sign or advertising structure except as provided in
subsection (c). Construction and erection of signs shall be in accordance with this
chapter, with the Uniform Sign Code, and with the National Electrical Code, except
that temporary signs need not be constructed according to the Uniform Sign Code.
(2) When a building permit is obtained for the construction of a building, .signs for that
building that conform to this Code shall be considered as part of the valuation of that
building. The fcc for signs not covered by a building permit shall be set as provided
by KMC 7.15.100.
(3) A permit for a commercial advertising sign shall be issued only if the sign will be
located on the premises advertised, or on the common property available for such
purposes to all commercial occupants of a multiple commercial development such as
malls.
(4)Penalties for violations of this section shall be as set forth in KMC 14.20.260(e).
(5) If any of the provisions of this Code hereby adopted conflict with the Uniform Sign
Code adopted by reference, the provisions of this Code will prevail.
(6) Signs shall be erected and maintained plumb, level, and true and kept repaired,
painted, and maintained.
(7) The Building Official shall determine the area of all signs and shall classify all signs.
(8) Existing signs for which no permit was obtained: When the owner of record of a lot
or lessee of a lot on which a sign or signs are located that do not conform to the
provisions of this Code has been notified that such sign or signs are non-conforming,
the owner shall make the sign or signs confonuing within ten (10) days from the date
of such notice or remove the sign.
(9) Relief from the provisions of this section may be provided by a variance as prescribed
under KMC 14.20.180.
(10) A permit issued under the provisions of this section shall become null and void if the
sign erection or other work authorized by such permit is not commenced 'within
ninety (90) days of the date of issuance, or if the sign display or work authorized by
such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of ninety (90) days any time after
the display or work is commenced.
(11) The City of Kenai or any other governmental agency may erect on-premises public
informational signs as otherwise allowed in this section. City of Kenai or any other
governmental agency off-premises public informational signs or public informational
signs not otherwise in compliance with this section may be allowed by variance under
KMC 14.20.180. For purposes of this section, legal notices, or signs directing or
regulating pedestrian or vehicular traffic or public safety signs are not considered
public informational signs.
Residential Zones. For the purposes of this section, the following shall be considered
residential zones' RR, RS, RR-1, RS-I, RS-2, RU, R & TSH. Signs are allowed in the
residential zones as follows:
(1) Allowed signs not requiting a permit.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893-2001
Page 1 of 7
(2)
(A) Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body to post legal
notices, identify public property, convey public information, and direct or
regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
(B) Personal message signs of a total of not more than five (5) square feet,
containing non-commercial messages or used to advertise the sale or lease of
the property on which it is located.
(C) Traditional holiday decorations.
(D) Signs in the nature of cornerstones, commemorative plaques, historical signs,
building name and street number.
(E) Signs within a building or on a structure or fence located at an outdoor
sporting event, sporting facility or sports field.
(F) Temporary signs of not more than five (5) square feet advertising such items a
"yard sale" or "garage sale" may be displayed for one week. Such signs must
display the name, address and telephone of an adult person
conducting/supervising such sale and must be dated.
(G) Signs erected on a lot or lots screened or fenced so that no part is visible from
a public-fight of way or another lot.
(H) ConstruCtion signs. During construction, repair, or alteration of a structure,
temporary signs that denote the architect, engineer, contractor, or builder or
which denote the name of the structure and its use or occupants-to-be may be
erected on the construction site. Each sign shall be no more than thirty-two
(32) square feet in size and no more than one such sign shall be permitted for
each architect or engineering finn, contractor, builder, owner, or denoting the
name, use, and occupants-to-be of the structure. Any of these may be
combined on one or more signs but the total square footage of the sign or
signs shall not exceed that set out above. All construction signs shall be
removed when the project is completed.
(I) A flag or insignia of any nation, organization of nations, state, borough, city
religious, civic, fraternal organization, or educational institution except flags
used in connection with a commercial promotion or as an advertising device.
Events signs. Unlighted sign(s) of up to thirty-two (32) square feet may be
displayed for the purpose of announcing an event of civic, philanthropic,
educational or religious organization. Signs may be installed no sooner than
ten (10) days prior to the event announced and shall be removed within five
days after the event. No event signs may be installed for a period exceeding
thirty (30) days in any ninety (90) day period. The ninety (90) day period
begins on the first day the event sign is displayed.
(K) Political signs. Political signs shall be removed within two (2) weeks after the
date of the election that the signs were displayed to promote; provided that
signs erected for any primary election that remain relevant to the following
general election may be maintained until two (2) weeks following the general
election. If after reasonable notice, such signs are 'not removed, the City may
remove them and the candidate, organization, or person who caused the sign
to be placed may be charged for said removal.
Allowed signs requiring a permit.
(J)
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893-2001
Page 2 of 7
(3)
(A)
(B)
Signs identifying a home occupation. One sign per use not eXceeding (5) five
square feet. Such sign shall be no closer than ten (10) feet to any property line
or shall be flat against the building. No lighting is permitted.
Bulletin boards. Bulletin boards or permanent changeable letter signs located
on the premises shall be permitted for churches, schools, cemmunity centers
and public, charitable or institutional uses. Such signs shall contain no more
than thirty-two (32) square feet in area. Such signs may be used as wall signs;
may be used as ground signs 'when located a minimum of ten (10) feet from
the street lot line; may be indirectly illuminated.
(C) Signs for other allowed and conditional uses. One sign per use hot to exceed
thirty-two (32) square feet in area for multi-family dwellings, clubs,
professional offices, churches, and other similar uses. Such signs shall be no
closer than ten (10) feet to any property line or shall be flat against the
building.
(D) Signs for non-conforming uses. A non-conforming use in a residential zone
may have one sign per property, unlighted, and no larger than thirty-two (32)
square feet in area. Such signs shall be no closer than ten (10) feet to any
property line or shall be flat against the building.
(E) A permanent subdivision sign may be placed at one entrance to a subdivision
and may contain only the name of the subdivision. Such sign shall not exceed
thirty-two (32) square feet. Any illumination shall be by indirect means.
Prohibited Signs.
(A) Audio signs. ·
(B) Beacon signs.
(C) Unauthorized signs in the fight-of-way or on city property. Such signs may be
removed and disposed of without notice.
(D) Signs that are higher than 32 (thirty-two) feet above the adjacent ground or
pavement level.
(E) Signs containing profane or indecent words or illustrations.
(F) Signs containing electrical equipment or electrical apparatus of any kind that
causes interference with radio, television, or telephone signals or reception.
(G) Signs placed on trailers or vehicles, which as parked or located are designed
primarily to display said sign. This does not apply to signs or lettering on
buses, taxis, or vehicles operated in the normal course of business.
(I-I) Flashing or intermittent illumination are not permitted.
(I) Balloons or other inflatable or gas-filled figures or signs.
(J) Signs not mentioned in the code are prohibited.
(K) No sign shall be erected at any location where by reason of the position,
shape, intensity, or color of such sign it may interfere with, obstruct the view
of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device. No sign
shall be attached to any traffic sign or signal device, or to any public sign or
signpost.
(L) No sign other than public signs shall be placed within twenty (20) feet of any
intersection as measured from the nearest intersection of street fight-of-way
lines.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893-2001
Page 3 of 7
(c)
(M) No off premises commercial advertising signs, including billboards except at
an outdoor sporting event, sports facility, or sports field.
(N)Portable signs.
(O)Fence signs.
Commercial and Industrial Zones. For purposes of this section, the following districts
shall be considered commercial districts: CC, CG, IL, and IH. Signs are allowed in these
districts as follows.
(1) Allowed signs not requiring a permit.
(A) Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body .to post legal
notices, identify public property, convey public information, and direct or
regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
(B) Personal message signs of a total of not more than 5 square feet containing
non-commercial messages.
(C)Traditional holiday decorations.
(D) Temporary banners of not more than thirty-two (32) square feet. No
temporary banners shall be installed or placed for a period to exceed thirty
(30) days in any ninety (90) day period.
(E) Signs in the nature of cornerstones, commemorative plaques, historical signs,
building name, or street number.
(F) Signs within a building or on a structure or fence located at an outdoor
sporting event, sporting facility or sports field.
(G) Temporary signs of not more than five (5) square feet advertising such items
as "yard sale," "garage sale", or "lemonade" may be displayed for one week.
Such signs must display the name, address and telephone number of an adult
person conducting/supervising such sale and must be dated.
(H) Signs erected on a lot or lots that are fenced or screened so that no part is
visible from a public right-of-way or another lot.
(I) Construction signs. During construction, repair, or alteration of a structure,
temporary signs that denote the architectural or engineering finn, contractor or
builder that denote the name of the structure and its use or occupants-to-be
may be erected on the construction site. Each sign shall be thirty-two- (32)
square feet or less in size and no more than one such sign shall be permitted
for each architectural or engineering firm, contractor, builder, owner, or
denoting the name, use and occupants-to-be of the structure. Any of these may
be combined on one or more signs but the total square footage of the sign or
signs shall not exceed that set out above. All construction signs shall be
removed when the construction is completed.
(J) A flag or insignia of any nation, organization of nations, state, borough, city,
religious, civic, fraternal organization, or educational institutional except flags
used in connection with a commercial promotion or as an advertising device.
(K) Event signs. One unlighted sign of up to thirty-two (32) square feet may be
displayed for the purpose of announcing an event of civic, philanthropic,
educational or religious organization. Signs may be installed no sooner than
ten (10) days prior to the event announced and shall be removed within five
days after the event. No event signs may be installed for a period exceeding
thirty (30) days in any ninety (90) day period. The ninety (90) day period
Attachment A Page 4 of 7
Ordinance 1893-2001
(2)
(3)
begins on the first day the event sign is disPlayed. Event signs shall contain
the date of their placement.
(L) Real estate signs of thirty-two (32) feet or less used to advertise the sale or
lease of the property on which the sign is located.
(M) A sandwich board sign of not more than sixteen (16) square feet exclusive of
other signs allowed.
Allowed signs requiring a permit.
(A) One freestanding or marquee per premises of not more than 120 square feet.
Where there is more than one business on a premises a combined freestanding
..
or marquee sign of not more than 200 square feet.
(B) One roof sign of not more than 64 square feet. Where there is more than one
business on a premises, a combined roof sign of not more than 128 square
feet.
(C) Rotating signs are allowed, but may not exceed the square footage set forth
above.
(D) Real estate signs larger than 32 square feet advertising the sale or lease of the
property on which the sign is located.
(E) Fence signs of not more than sixty-four (64) square feet. Where there is more
than one business on a premises, fence signs may not exceed one hundred
twenty-eight (128) square feet.
Prohibited signs.
(A) Audio signs.
(B) Beacon signs.
(C) Unauthorized sign in the fight-of way or on city property. Such signs may be
removed and disposed of without notice.
(D) Portable changeable letter electric or non-electric signs.
(E) Signs, other than roof signs, which are higher than thirty-two (32) feet above
the adjacent ground or pavement level. No roof sign shall be higher than eight
(8) feet above the roof on which it is placed.
(F) Signs containing profane or indecent words or illustrations.
(G) Signs containing electrical equipment or electrical apparatus of any kind that
causes interference with radio, television, or telephone signals or reception.
(H) Signs placed on trailers or vehicles that are parked or located are designed to
primarily to display said sign. This does not apply to signs or lettering on
buses, taxis, or vehicles, operated in the normal course of business.
(I) Flashing or intermittent illumination signs are not permitted except time and
temperature, automatic changing message signs and traditional holiday
decorations.
(~) Balloons or other inflatable or gas-filled figures or signs.
(K) Signs not mentioned in this code are prohibited.
(L) No sign shall be erected at any location where by reason of the position,
shape, intensity, or color of such it may interfere with, obstruct the view of, or
be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device, or to any public
sign or signpost.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893-2001
Page 5 of 7
(d)
(e)
(0
(M) No sign other than public signs shall be placed within twenty (20) feet of any
intersection as measured from the nearest intersection of street fight of way
lines.
(N) No off premises commercial advertising signs, including billboards except at
an outdoor sporting event, sports-facility or sports field.
Signs allowed in the Conservation Zone. Public signs erected by or on behalf of a
governmental body to post legal notices, identify public property, convey public
information, and direct or regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Non-conforming signs.
(1) After the enactment of this section, signs located within the City of Kenai on the
effective date of this section that do not conform to the requirements of this Code
shall be classified as legal "non-conforming" signs if the sign was in compliance
with applicable law on the date of adoption of this code.
(2) A legal non-conforming sign shall immediately lose its legal non-conforming
designation if:
(A) The sign is altered in any way in structure which tends to increase its
non-conformity with the requirements of this code;
(B) The sign structure is relocated;
(C) The sign (except for copy on a changeable copy sign) is replaced.
Upon the occurrence of A, B or C ~above, the sign shall be immediately brought
into compliance with this code with a new permit secured or it shall be removed.
Specific Definitions Pertaining to Signs
(1) "Applicant" means any for-profit or non-profit enterprise, or organization, or any
individual not acting on behalf of such an enterprise or organization.
(2) "Audio sign" means a sign that emits a noise or sound, either spoken words, music,
or singing.
(3) "Banner" means a sign constructed of flexible material, such as cloth, which moves
UPon being subjected to pressure by the wind.
(4) "Beacon sign" means a light with one or more beams capable of being directed in
any direction or directions or capable of being revolved.
(5) "Combination sign" means a sign incorporating any combination of the features of~
pole, projecting, and roof signs.
"Curb line," means the line at the face of the curb nearest to the street or roadway. In
the absence of a curb, the curb line shall be established bYthe City Engineer.
"Display surface" means the area made available by the sign structure for the
purpose of displaying the advertising message..
"Electric sign" means any sign containing electrical wiring, but does not include
signs illuminated by an exterior light source.
"Fence sign" means a sign other than a real estate or home occupation sign displayed
upon fences or upon walls that are not an integral part of a building or walls that are
used as fences.
"Fin sign" means a sign that is supported wholly by a building or partly by poles and
partly by a building.
"Ground sign" means a sign which is supported by one or more uprights, poles, or
braces in or upon the ground other than a combination sign, fin sign, or pole sign as
defined by this Code.
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893-2001
Page 6 of 7
(12)
(13)
(14)
(16)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
"Legal setback line" means a line established by ordinance beyond which a building
may not be built. A legal setback line may be a property line.
"Marquee" means a permanent weatherproof structure attached to, supported by a
building, and projecting from the wall of the building.
"Pole sign" means a sign wholly supported by a sign structure in the ground.
"Political sign" means a sign promoting a candidate for political office, or promoting
any position on a ballot proposition.
"Portable display surface" means a display surface temporarily fixed to a
standardized advertising structure that is regularly moved from structure to structure
at periodic intervals.
"Portable sign" means a sign other than a temporary sign that is not attached to any
building or structure. It may readily be moved fi'om one location to another. It is
designed to rest on the ground when displayed and may be with or without its own
wheels. It may or may not be lighted. '
"Projecting sign" means a sign other than a wall sign, which projects form and is
supported by a wall of a building or structure.
"Real estate sign" means a sign advertising the sale, lease or rent of one or more lots
or acreage or the improvements thereon by a real estate company or individual
licensed by the State of Alaska.
"Roof sign" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet of a building or
stmcture.
"Sign" means any words, letters, parts of letters, figures, numerals, phrases,
sentences, emblems, devices, trade names, or trade marks by which anything is made
known, such as are used to designate an individual, a firm, an association, a
corporation, a profession, a business, or a commodity or product which are visible
from any public street or highway and used to attract attention.
"Sign structure" means a structure that supports or is capable of supporting any sign
as defined in this Code. A sign structure may be a single pole or poles and may or
may not be an integral part of a building.
"Temporary sign" means any sign, banner, pennant, valance, or advertising display
constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wall board, or other light
materials, with or without frames, designed to be displayed for a limited period of
time only.
"Wall sign" means any sign attached to, painted on, or erected against the wall of a
building or structure, with the exposed face of the sign in a plane parallel to the
plane of the said wall.
Attachment A
Ordinance 1893-2001
Page 7 of 7
CURRENT KMC 14.20.220
Note: The numbering in the new ordinance has changed significantly.
14,20.220 Signs and advertising devices.
(a) General Requirements:
Fees will now be
covered under KMC
7.15.100 (set by the
City Manager).
Last sentence deleted.
Deleted.
(1) A permit shall be obtained fi'om the administrative official prior to
the installation of any sign, nameplate, advertising sign or advertising
structure except as provided in subsection (c). Construction and
erection of signs shall be in accordance with this chapter, with the
Uniform Sign Code, and with the National Electrical Code.
(2) When a building permit is obtained for the construction of a
building, signs for that building which conform to this Code shall be
considered as part of the valuation of that building. The fee for signs
not covered by a building permit shall be as follows:
,
Home Occupation Signs .............................. $ 5.00
Portable Signs ........................................ 5.00
Pennant Signs ......................................... 5.00
Electrical Signs ...................................... 25.00
All Other Signs ....................................... 15.00
(3) .A permit for a commercial sign shall be issued only if the sign Will
be located on the premises advertised, or on the common property
available for such purposes to all commercial occupants of a multiple
commercial development such as malls. [THE CITY OF KENAI
MAY ERECT, OR MAY ALLOW ANOTHER GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCY TO ERECT, INFORMATION SIGNS AS THEY DEEM
NECESSARY.]
(4) Penalties for violations of this section shall be as set forth in KMC
14.20.260(e).
(5). If any of the provisions of this Code hereby adopted conflict with
the Uniform Sign Code adopted by reference, the provisions of this
Code will prevail.
(6) Signs shall be erected and maintained plumb, level, and tree and
kept repaired, painted, and maintained.
(7) The Building Official shall determine the area of all signs and
shall classify all signs.
(8) Existing signs for which no permit was obtained: When the owner
of record of a lot or lessee of a lot on which a sign or signs are located
that do not conform to the provisions of this Code has been notified
that such sign or signs are non-conforming, the owner shall make the
sign or signs conforming within ten (10) days from the date of such
notice or remove the sign.
(9) All signs except temporary signs shall be designed according to
the Uniform Sign Code.
(10) Relief from any of the provisions of this section may be provided
Page 1 of 7
Added
-by a variance as prescribed under KMC 14.20.180.
(11) A permit issued under the provisions of this section shall become
null and void if the sign erection or other work authorized by such
permit is not commenced within ninety (90) days of the date of
issuance, or if the sign display or work authorized by such permit is
suspended or abandoned for a period of ninety (90) days any time after
the display or work is commenced.
See Page 1 of Attachment A.
..
Note: The new code places sections for Prohibited Signs and Allowed Signs
Not Requiring a Permit in sections by zones.
Not permitted in
residential zones.
Some types allowed in
commercial zones.
Deleted
(b) Prohibited Signs:
(1) No sign shall be erected at any location where by reason of the
position, shape, intensity, or color of such sign it may interfere with,
obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffi~ sign,
signal or device. No sign shall be attached to any traffic sign or signal
device, or to any public sign or sign post.
(2) No sign other than public signs shall be placed within twenty (20)
feet of any intersection as measured from the nearest intersection of
street right-of-way lines.
(3) Flashing signs or inten~ttent illumination are not permitted
except time and temperature, automatic changing message signs and
traditional holiday decorations. Only that part of time and temperature
and changing message signs which comain advertising will be
considered as part of allowable sign area.
(4) Audio signs are not permitted in any zone.
(5) The use of profane or indecent words or illustrations is prohibited.
(6) Beacon signs are prohibited.
(7) Bench signs are prohibited.
(8) No electrical equipment or electrical apparatus of any kind which
causes interference with radio or television reception shall be used in
the operation of any sign.
(9) Unauthorized signs in any right-of-way or on City property may
be removed by the City and disposed of.
(10) Signs not mentioned in this Code are prohibited.
signs not allowed (11) No sign, except roof signs, shall be higher than thirty-two (32)
in residential zones, feet above the adjacent ground or pavemem level. No roof sign shall
be higher than eight (8) feet above the roof on which it is placed.
'-- (12) Portable changeable letter electric or non-electric signs are not
permitted except as provided for in KMC 14.20.220(e)(3).
(13) No off-premises commercial advertising signs, including
billboards, are allowed in any zone.
Allowed at sporting
events.
Added signs placed on
vehicles when used
primarily to display the
sign.
Page 2 of 7
Added balloons or.
inflatable or gas-filled
figures or signs.
(c) Signs Not Requiring a Permit: '
(1) Signs erected on a lot or lots that are fenced or screened so that no
part is visible from a public fight-of-way or another lot are exempt
fi'om this Code.
For residential zones
covered under (b) (1)
(B). Commercial
covered under (c) (1)
(L) and (c) (2) (D).
(2) Political signs may be displayed in any zone except conservation
without permit but must comply with the regulations of this Code. All
political signs shall be removed within two (2) weeks atter the date of
the .election that the signs were displayed to promote; provided that
signs erected for any primary election that remain relevant to the
foil°wing general election may be maintained until two weeks
following the general election. If, after reasonable notice, such signs
are not removed, the City may remove them, and the candidate,
organization, or person who caused the sign to be erected may be
charged for said removal. (Ord. 1657-95)
(3) Consmaction signs: During construction, repair, or alteration of a
structure, temporary signs which denote the architect, engineer,
contractor, or builder or which denote the name of the structure and its
use or occupants-to-be may be erected on the construction site. Each
sign shall be thirty-two (32) square feet or less in size and no more
than one such sign shall be permitted for each architect, engineer,
contractor, builder, owner, or denoting the name, use and occupants-
to-be of the structure. Any of these may be combined on one or more
signs but the total square footage of the sign or signs shall not exceed
thaf set out above. All construction signs shall be removed when the
construction is completed.
(4) Public safety signs exclusively relating to the safety of the public
(e.g., "no parking today," "use covered walkway," "do not enter,"
"danger," "loading zone") may be located as needed for public safety.
Traffic signs may be erected by any governmental agency.
(5) Real estate signs: One sign not exceeding five (5) square feet
adv, ertising the sale, rental, or lease of the building or premises on
which it is maintained.
(6) Signs within a building.
(7) Temporary signs of not more than five (5) square feet may be
displayed in any zone except conservation for one week but must
comply with other pertinent regulations of this Codel Signs advertising
sales, such as "garage," "moving," "yard," "house," or "lemonade"
may be displayed under this section and must have the name, address,
and telephone number of person conducting such sale and must be
dated.
Deleted.
(8) No permit is required for copy changes on a confomfing bulletin
board or marquee, for maintenance where no structural changes are
made or for copy changes on signs otherwise in complian_ce with this
Page 3 of 7
Code using interchangeable letters and numbers.
(9) A flag or insignia of any nation, organization of nations, state,
borough, city, religious, civic, fraternal organization, or educational
institution except such flags used in connection with a commercial
promotion or as an advertising device. (10) Traditional holiday decorations.
(11) Signs in the nature of cornerstones, commemorative plaques,
historical signs, building name, and street number,
(d) Signs Permitted in Residential ~Lones:
Increased to 5 square (1) Signs identifying home occupations: One sign per use not
feet. exceeding four (4) square feet in area. Such sign shall be no closer
than ten (10) feet to any property line or shall be fiat against the
building. No lighting is permitted.
(2) Bulletin Boards' Bulletin boards or permanent changeable letter
signs located on the premises shall be permitted for churches, schools,
community centers, and public, charitable, or institutional uses. Unless
otherwise permitted in the zone, such signs shall contain no more than
thirty-two (32) square feet in area. Such signs may be used as wall
signs; may be used as ground signs when located a minimum of ten
~ (10) feet from the street lot line; may be indirectly illuminated; and
one such sign shall be permitted for each street frontage.
(3) Signs for other permitted and conditional uses: One sign per use
not to exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in area for multi-family
dwellings, clubs, professional offices, and other similar uses. Such
sign shall be no closer than ten (10) feet to any property line or shall
be fiat against the building.
Increased size to 32 (4) Signs for non-conforming uses: A legal non-conforming use in a
square feet. residential zone may have one sign per property, unlighted, and no
larger than twenty (20) square feet in area. Such signs shall be fiat
against the building or shall be located no closer than ten (10) feet to
any property line.
Deleted first section. (5) [REAL ESTATE SIGNS OF MORE THAN FIVE SQUARE
FEET: REAL ESTATE SIGNS ADVERTISING THE SALE OR
LEASE OF TWO ACRES OR MORE, OR FIVE OR MORE
CONTIGUOUS LOTS MAY BE COMBINED INTO ONE SIGN OF
NOT MORE THAN THIRTY-TWO (32) SQUARE FEET. THE
DISPLAY OF SUCH SIGNS SHALL BE LIMITED TO A PERIOD
OF TWO YEARS. PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION THEREOF, THE
APPLICANT MAY REQUEST AN EXTENSION OF NOT MORE
THAN ONE YEAR FROM THE COMMISSION. THE SIGN
SHALL BE REMOVED UPON THE EXP~TION OF THE TWO-
YEAR PERIOD OR EXTENSION THEREOF OR WITHIN TWO
WEEKS AFTER THE SALE OF THE PROPERTY.] A permanent
subdiVision sign may be placed at one entrance to a subdivision and
may contain only the name of the subdivision. Such sign shall not
exceed thirty-two (32) square feet. Any illumination shall be by
indirect means.
Page 4 of 7
Increased size to 120
square feet for one
business or 200 square
feet for multiple
businesses. Includes
marquee when
measuring total size.
(e) Signs Permitted in Commercial and Industrial Zones:
(1) All signs permitted by this Code, provided that the square footage
of all signs other than wall, marquee, and roof signs shall not exceed a
total of 81 square feet per business. Where there is more than one
business on a premises, a Combined sign for all businesses on that
premises shall not exceed 154 square feet.
Provides for roof signs
Of 64 square feet for
one business or 128 for
more than one business.
Deleted.
Specifies size for fence
signs of 64 square feet
for one business or 128
for more than one
business.
Deleted~unnecessary.
Deleted~Added
banner under signs not
requiring a permit.
Changed that signs ,32
square feet do not
require a permit. Signs
>32 square feet require
a permit.
Added sandwich
boards.
TSH sign requirements
were added to the
residential zone section.
(2) Signs may rotate, but must not exceed the square footage set out
above.
(3) A permit may be obtained for temporary use of portable
changeable letter electric or non-electric signs. The permit shall be
valid for display of such signs for a continuous period of no longer
than seven (7) days. An applicant shall be limited to two permits
during any twelve-month period. Such' signs shall comply with all
requirements of this Code.
(4) Fence signs shall be mounted in a plane parallel to the fence or
wall and shall not extend above the top of the fence or wall.
(5) Signs may not project beyond the property line.
(6) Pennant signs shall not exceed eight (8) square feet for each
pennant nor sixteen (16) square feet total per lot.
(7) Real estate signs larger than five (5) square feet shall conform to
all of the requirements of this Code.
·
(f) Signs Permitted in the Townsite Historic District Zone: (Ord. 1726-97)
(1) Intent. The intent of the Townsite Historic District Zone sign
standards is to enhance, protect, and preserve the distinctive historical
character of Kenais historic district. It is intended that the signs
express the special character of the district, a style which relates to the
premises, and be of a size that is in scale with the building and
streetscape as a whole.
Page 5 of 7
(2) Signs identifying home occupations: One sign not exceeding four
(4) square feet in area. Such sign shall be no closer than ten (10) feet
to any property line. No lighting is permitted.
(3), Signs for non-conforming, permitted and conditional uses: One
sign of thirty-two (32) square feet per free-standing building unless the
sign is a wall sign in which case it shall not be greater than ten percent
(10%) of the area of the wall to which it is connected, attached or
painted on, or thirty-two (32) square feet, whichever is less. Lighting
shall be by indirect means. ..
(4) Portable, changeable electric or non-electric signs are not
permitted.
(5) Roof signs are not permitted.
(6) Electric signs are not permitted.
(g) Signs Permitted in the Conservation Zone:
Modified wording. No sign shall be permitted in a conservation zone except signs erected
by the City of Kenai.
(h) Specific Definitions Pertaining to Signs:
(1) "Applicant" means any for-profit or non-profit enterprise, or
orgardzation, or any individual not acting on behalf of such an
enterprise or organization.
(2) "Audio sign" means a sign that emits a noise or sound, either
spoken words, music, or singing.
Added Banner.
Deleted.
(3) "Beacon sign" means a light with one or more beams capable of
being directed in any direction or directions or capable of being
revolved.
(4) "Bench sign" means any sign painted on or attached to a seat,
chair, or bench, any of which' are visible to the public.
(5) "Combination sign" means a sign incorporating any combination
of the features of pole, projecting, and roof signs.
(6) "Curb line" means the line at the face of the curb nearest to the
street or roadway. In the absence of a curb, the curb line shall be
established by the City Engineer.
(7) "Display surface" means the area made available by the sign
structure for the purpose of displaying the advertising message.
(8) "Electric sign" means any sign containing electrical wiring, but
does not include signs illuminated by an exterior light source.
(9) "Fence sign" means a sign displayed upon fences or upon walls
that are not an integral part of a building or walls that are used as
fences.
(10) "Fin sign" means a sign which is supported wholly by a building
or partly by poles and partly by a building.
(11) "Ground sign" means a sign which is supported by one or more
uprights, poles, or braces in or upon the ground other than a
combination sign, fin sign, or pole sign as defined by this Code.
(i2) "Legal setback line" means a line established by ordinance
beyond which a building may not be built. A legal setback line may be
Page 6 of 7
D&leted.
a property line. '
(13) "Marquee" means a permanent weatherproof sla'uc~e attached
to and supported by a building and projecting fi'om the wall of the
building.
(14)'"~ennam sign" means a sign constructed of flexible material,
such as cloth, which moves upon being subjected to pressure by the
wind.
(15) "Pole sign" means a sign wholly supported by a sign structure in
the ground.
(16) "Political sign" means a sign promoting a candidate for political
office, promoting any political position, opinion, or promoting any
position on a ballot proposition.
(17) "Portable display surface" means a display surface temporarily
fixed to a standardized advertising structure which is regularly moved
from structure to structure at periodic intervals.
(18) "Portable sign" means a sign other than a temporary sign that is
not attached to any building or structure. It may readily be moved
fi'om one location to another. It is designed to rest on the ground when
displayed and may be with or without its own wheels. It may or may
not,be lighted.
(19) '"Projecting sign" means a sign other than a wall sign, which
projects form and is supported by a wall of a building or structure.
(20) "Real estate sign" means a sign advertising the sale, lease or rent
of one or more lots or acreage or the improvements thereon by a real
estate company or individual licensed by the State of Alaska.
(21) "Roof sign" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet
of a building or structure.
(22) "Sign" means any words, letters, parts of letters, figures,
numerals, phrases, sentences, emblems, devices, trade names, or trade
marks by which anything is made known, such as are used to
designate an individual, a firm, an association, a corporation, a
profession, a business, or a commodity or product which are visible
from any public street or highway and used to attract attention.
(23) "Sign structure" means a structure which supports or is capable
of supporting any sign as defined in this Code. A sign structure may
be a single pole or poles and may or may not be an integral part of a
building.
(24) "Temporary sign" means any sign, banner, pennant, valance, or
advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric,
cardboard, wall board, or other light materials, with or without frames,
designed to be displayed for a limited period of time only.
(25) "Wall sign" means any sign attached to, painted on, Or erected
aga.inst the wall of a building or structure, with the exposed face of the
sign in a plane parallel to the plane of the said wall.
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF KENAI
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
TO:
FROM:C~*
DATE'
RE'
Mayor John Williams and City Council Members
Cary R. Graves, City Attorney
February 15,2001
Proposed Sign Code
A couple of issues have come up regarding the proposed sign code.
The first one involves off-premises commercial advertising. The question is whether including messages
for non-profits on an automatic changing message sign in a commercial zone would be allowable under
the new sign code. An example would be Three Bears putting up an automatic message regarding the
Boys and Girls Club or 4-H. -
Automatic changing message signs are allowed in commercial and industrial zones under the new sign
code. See proposed KMC 14.20.220(c)(3)(I). Proposed KMC 14.20.220(c)(3)(N) prohibits "off premises
commercial advertising" in commercial and industrial zones. In my opinion, putting a message for a non-
profit group on an automatic changing message sign would not be commercial advertising unless the non-
profit paid a fee for the advertising.
II.
The second issue concerns proposed substitute KMC 14.20.220(a)(11). That section reads in part, "City
of Kenai or any other governmental agency off premises public informational signs or public
informational signs not otherwise in compliance with this section may be allowed by variance under
KMC 14.20.180" (emphasis added). The wording in bold was added by the Commission to an
amendment proposed by Council Member Bannock. It changed the intent of the section from controlling
city signs to attempting to also control state and federal signs.
We do not have the authority to regulate signs put up by state and federal agencies without their consent.
State Department of Corrections v. Johnson, 2 P.2d 56, 58 (Alaska 2000)(Municipal building code
applicable to state only because state consented by statute). Thus, the phrase in bold is unenforceable
without the consent of the governments involved.
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this memorandum.
CRG/sp
Suggested by: Administration
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1894-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING
KMC 14.20.105(i) (TOWNSITE HISTORIC (TSH) ZONING DISTRICT) TO REFLECT A
CI-~NGE IN THE NUMBERING OF THE NEW SIGN CODE KMC 14.20.220 WHICH IS
REFERENCED IN 14.20.105(i)
WHEREAS, KMC 14.20.105(i) states that the signs in the Townsite Historic Zoning
District (TSH) are allowed as set forth in KMC 14.20.220(f) (Signs and advertising
devices); and
WHEREAS, the numbering of the new side code KMC 14.220 (Signs) is different than
the old sign code; and
WHEREAS, the reference in KMC
numbering in the new sign code.
14.20.105(i) should
be changed to reflect the
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
Alaska, that KMC 14.20.105(i) is amended as follows:
(i) Signs. Signs shall be allowed as set forth in KMC 14.20.220[F] i/ii.
PASSED BY THE
February 2001.
COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA,
this 21 st day of
ATTEST:
John J. Williams, Mayor
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
February 7, 2001
February 21,2001
March 21,2001
Suggested by: Administration
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1895-:2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, REQUESTING
THAT LAND, WATER AND CONSERVATION FUND (LWCF) RESTRICTIONS. BE
RELEASED FROM CITY-OWNED LAND DESCRIBED AS THE F.A.A. FOOTBALL FIELD
(PORTION OF BOROUGH PARCEL NO. 047-058-07) AND THAT THE RESTRICTIONS
BE CONVERTED TO REPLACEMENT PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS A TRACT ON THE
KENAI RIVER INCLUDING A PORTION BIRCH ISLAND (BOROUGH PARCEL NO. 049-
110-09) AFTER THE PROPERTY IS TRANSFERRED TO THE STATE OF ALASKA.
WHEREAS, in 1965 the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant program was
established by the Department of the Interior to provide for the acquisition of land and
development of outdoor recreation areas; and
WHEREAS, in 1973 the City accepted a LWCF grant to construct a football field and
operate the property as public outdoor recreation; and
WHEREAS, the F.A.A. Football Field project is obsolete as a result of development of
fields and parks in the City over the last 25 years; and
WHEREAS, the law provides for a conversion of use with the approval of Alaska
Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation and the National Park Service; and
WHEREAS, the City has initiated the conversion process and asked for the removal of
LWCF restrictions from the F.A.A. Football Field property and that the restrictions be
placed on replacement property that is currently owned by the City but will be
transferred to the State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, KMC 22.05.010 and 22.05.030 require that disposal or sale of lands shall
be made only when, in the judgment of the City Council, such lands are not required
for a public purpose; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has title to property described as a tract on the Kenai
River including a portion Birch Island (Borough Parcel No. 049-110-09) that is no
longer needed for public purpose by the City of Kenai, and will be transferred to the
State of Alaska for replacement property for public outdoor recreational use with the
development of Birch Island; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, that land, water and conservation fund (LWCF) restrictions be released from
city-owned land described as the F.A.A. Football Field (portion of Borough Parcel No.
047-058-07) and that the restrictions be converted to replacement property described
as a tract on the Kenai River including a portion Birch Island (Borough Parcel No. 049-
110-09) after the property is transferred to the State of Alaska.
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PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA this 21~t day of February
2001.
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
February 7,2001
February 21,2001
March 21,2001
(February 2,2001)kh
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Suggested by:
Administration
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1896-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $170,000 IN
THE AIRPORT TERMINAL ENTERPRISE FUND FOR CARPETING AND FLOOR
COVERING REPLACEMENT AND SEATING.
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to replace flooring and
seating in the airport terminal; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for appropriation in the retained earnings of the
Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as
follows:
Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Appropriation of Fund Balance
$170,000
Increase Appropriations:
Repairs & Maintenance
Machinery & Equipment
$120,000
50,000
$170,000
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day of
February, 2001.
ATTEST:
JO HN J. WILLIAM S, MAYO R
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
, Approved by Finance:
(01/31/2001) jl
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
February 7, 2001
February 21,2001
February 21,2001
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-11
Suggested by: Co',
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, TRANSFERRING
$6,000 IN THE LEGISLATIVE BUDGET TO THE CITY CLERK BUDGET TO CONTINUE
IN-HOUSE RECORD MANAGEMENT/DOCUMENT IMAGING EFFORTS.
WHEREAS, the Kenai City Council directed the establishment of a records
management program to include copying city documents to recordable and retrievable
media; and,
WHEREAS, an in-house effort is continuing to image documents to computer and CD-
ROM, costs for which were not included in the Clerk's 2000-2001 budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, that the following transfer of funds be made:
Legislative-- Professional Services
$6,000
To;
Clerk-- Professional Services
$6,000
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day of
February, 2001.
ATTEST'
John J. Williams, Mayor
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
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Approved by Finance:
STATE OF ALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD
TONY KNOWLES, Gq
550 W. 7TH AVENUE, ~ s ,-.. ~,,o
Anchorage, Alaska 99501-6698
Phone: 907-269-0350
Fax: 907-272-9412
January 10, 2001
Carol Freas
City Clerk
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave. Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Dear Ms. Freas'
We are in receipt of the following application(s) for renewal of liquor license(s) within the City of
Kenai. You are being notified as required by AS 04.11.520. Additional information concerning
filing a "protest" by a local governing body under AS 04.11.480 is included on page two.
Club
Elks Lodge #2425 - License #368
Cc: Linda S. Murphy
Kenai Peninsula Borough
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
144 N. BINKLEY · SOLDOTNA, ALASKA · 99669-7599
BUSINESS (907) 262-8608 FAX (907) 262-8615
· .~. EMAIL: assemblyclerk@borough.kenai.ak.us
February 8, 2001
Ms. Donna Johnson
Records & Licensing Supervisor
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
550 W. 7th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501-6698
Re' Application for Renewal of Liquor License
Dear Ms. Johnson:
LINDA MURPHY, CMC
BOROUGH CLERK
Please be advised that the Kenai Peninsula Borough has no objection to the approval of the application(s)
for renewal of the liquor license(s) for the following establishment(s), located in the City of Kenai,
Alaska:
Club
Elks Lodge #2425 - License #368
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Finance Department has reviewed its files and has raised no objection
based on unpaid or delinquent taxes.
Sincerely,
Linda S. Murphy, MMC
Borough Clerk
cc:
Applicant
City of Kenai
KPB Finance Department
File
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KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 8, 2001
Kenai City Council Chambers
7:00 P.M.
***AGENDA***
ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL, CALL
ITEM 2'
AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3'
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 11,2001
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
Paul Landis, Vice-President, ERA Aviation--Commuter Service to Kenai
ITEM $- OLD BUSINESS
ITEM/5: NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 7' REPORTS
Commission Chair
Airport Manager
City Council Liaison
ITEM 8:
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
ITEM 9: PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 10' INFORMATION ITEMS
Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agendas for January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
ITEM 11'
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 8, 2001
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
CHAIRMAN KNACKSTEDT, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Knackstedt called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The roll was taken as
follows'
Present:
Absent:
Others Present:
Public'
Bielefeld, Knackstedt, Kleidon, Haralson (left at 7:45)
Holloway, O'Reilly, Van Zee
Councilwoman Swarner, Airport Manager Cronkhite, Contract
Secretary Shalev
From ERA Aviation: Paul Landis, Charisse Dunlap, Judy Erikson
ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Commissioner Bielefeld MOVED for approval of the agenda. Commissioner Kleidon
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 3-
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 11,2001
MOTION:
Commissioner Ha_raison MOVED to approve the minutes as presented.
Bielefeld SECONDED. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
Commissioner
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
4-a. Paul Landis, Vice-President, ERA Aviation--Commuter Service to Kenai
Landis presented the following topics to the Commission to provide information and
clarification:
Schedules:
· ERA Aviation provides 14-17 daily flights Monday through Friday;
summertime demands require additional flights and are determined as needed.
· It has been determined to be more cost effective for the company to
provide fewer and larger capacity flights in favor of more frequent smaller capacity
flights. Landis explained the passenger load factor ERA tries to maintain is around
61.2%.
The base line fuel price two years ago was $.55 a gallon on the West
Coast compared to $1.17 today. ERA uses almost 3.5 million gallons of fuel a year.
Landis also cited insurance costs as a factor in determining price rates.
Competition:
· Landis stressed, the idea that ERA Aviation is not a predatory company
and has always maintained a good working, relationship with every company who has
provided competition.
New developments/ideas:
E~ has considered providing e-ticketing but found it is logistically
difficult as ERA passengers typically connect from a different airline with separate
passenger records. ERA is working with Alaska Airlines to determine if this obstacle
can be overcome.
· ERA has recently published a customer commitment plan (pamphlet).
The purpose of the plan is to "educate passengers about what they can expect from
ERA Aviation and to enhance the awareness of ERA Aviation employees of their
responsibilities..." Landis also added ERA has provided several community forums
over the years to get feedback from the community but the turnout was typically low.
After Landis' presentation, a brief question and answer period took place. The
following topics were briefly discussed:
· Local radar -- ERA is in support of a local radar system. ~
· Airport improvements -- ERA is supportive and appreciative of all
improvements made at the airport. Landis said the Kenai terminal fits all ERA's needs.
· E~ ticketing flexibility-- Landis spoke briefly on ERA's attempts to make
the booking of tickets as flexible as possible.
· Maintenance of airplanes -- Landis spoke briefly on ERA's aircraft
maintenance schedule. ERA maintains a strict maintenance schedule and is
constantly rev/ewing and updating OP manuals.
· Commuter booklets -- Commuter booklets are available to make last-
minute travel as convenient as possible.
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS-- None.
ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS -- None.
ITEM 7: REPORTS
7-a. Commission Chair -- Chairman Knackstedt reported additional information will
be needed before sending the Local Radar letter to City Council.
Airport Manager- - Airport Director Cronkhite noted the following items'
Carpet and seating for the renovation has gone out to bid. The bids were
AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 8, 2001
PAGE 2
split to provide a better opportunity for local businesses and the contractors should be
determined within the next several weeks.
· A brief discussion took place regarding an air show or fly-in breakfast.
The Coilings Foundation is interested in returning. Cronkhite will update the
Commission when more information is known.
City Council Liaison -- None.
ITEM 8:
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS -- None.
ITEM 9: PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE, HEARD -- None.
ITEM 10: INFO~TION ITEMS
10-a.
10-b.
Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agendas for January 3 and 17,2001.
Updated Membership List
ITEM 11: ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Haralson left the meeting at 7'50 p.m.; the quorum was no longer
maintained. The meeting adjourned at approximately 8' 15 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary
AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 8, 2001
PAGE 3
KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 12, 2001
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER ~k ROLL CALL
ITEM 2:
ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR
ITEM 3:
AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 4:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES-- December 11, 2000.
ITEM 5:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 6'
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM 7:
NEW BUSINF~S
Discussion -- Goals and Objectives
Discussion -- Budget Requests
ITEM 8:
REPORTS
Director
Dock Foreman
City Council Liaison
Scrapbook Information
ITEM 9'
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QUF~TION.~
ITEM 10:
INFORMATION
a.
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of December 5 and 20, 2000.
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
ITEM 11'
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 12, 2001
KENAI COUNCIl, CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
VICE-CHAIR TOM THOMPSON, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL
,,
Vice-Chairman Tom Thompson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members Present: Barry Eldridge, Chuck Rogers, Katie Peters, Tom Thompson
Members Absent: Ray Price, George Spracher
Others Present: Councilman Bookey, Public Works Manager Komelis, Contract
Secretary Roper
ITEM 3'
ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR
MOTION:
Commissioner Peters MOVED to elect Tom ThomPson as Chairman for the Kenai
Harbor Commission. Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
MOTION:
Commissioner Peters MOVED to elect Barry Eldridge as Vice-Chairman for the Kenai
Harbor Commission. Commissioner Rogers SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED. '
ITEM 2'
AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner
Peters SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 3:
,.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- December 11, 2000.
MOTION:
Commissioner Rogers MOVED to approve the minutes of December 11, 2000 and
Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM 4: PERSONS. SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Coastal Trail Update
Upon a request from Com__~ssioner Eldridge, Councilman Bookey reported he and
Mayor Williams visited duneau and the legislators they met with were very receptive to
the idea of a coastal trail. Other issues were also discussed with regard to the coastal
trail to include required land acquisition, other agency input, etc. A study will be
conducted in March and forwarded to Washington D.C.
S-bo
Discussion - Bike Path at Bridge Access
Komelis reported a public meeting was held which resulted in some very good input.
Many concerns were expressed as well as satisfaction with the project. The current
design proposals were discussed in detail and it was noted that the idea to tie the path
into the plan previously discussed by the Harbor Commission was presented and
would be given some consideration.
ITEM 6' NEW BUSINESS
Discussion - Goals and Objectives
Discussion took place on the goals and objectives for the Harbor Commission and how
they may be included in the budget. Commissioner Eldridge requested the goals and
objectives set last year be included in the next meeting packet and the issue be
discussed again at the next meeting. Komelis will provide the material.
6-b. Discussion - Budget Requests
Komelis noted there were no major changes to the budget and there were no capital
projects planned for the Harbor.
Councilman Bookey reported Representative Lancaster will introduce a bill to charge a
$10.00 fee to dipnetters. Discussion took place on the fee structure and it was noted
that if the bill were to pass, the money would go into the General Fund but efforts
would be made to assure those funds would ultimately support that fishery.
Discussion took place on fish cleaning done by the dipnetters and it was noted there
had been a tremendous improvement from previous years due to enforcement and
efforts on behalf of the City and State by providing dumpsters, etc.
ITEM 7: REPORTS
T-a.
Director-- No report.
HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 12,2001
PAGE 2
7-bo
Dock Foreman -- No report.
7-c. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Bookey reported the economic
forum was held and the input from the public was very interesting. It was also
reported many of the ideas presented could be,acted upon within the next few months.
7-do
Scrapbook Information -- No report.
ITEM 8:
,
ITEM 9:
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/(~~TIONS - None
INFORMATION
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of December 5 and 20, 2000.
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
ITEM 10'
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting is scheduled for March 12,2001.
MOTION:
Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to adjourn. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
The meeting adjourned at 8' 10 p.m.
Respecffu~y submitted,
Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary
HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 12,2001
PAGE 3
KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION
KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTMTY ROOM
FEBRUARY 6, 2001
7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
ITEM 1'
ITEM 2:
CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL
AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3'
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 2, 2001
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5-
a.
ITEM 6:
REPORTS
Director
Friends of the Library
City Council Liaison
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM 7:
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion-- Budget Strategies
ITEM 8-
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/OUESTIONS
ITEM 9'
a,
INFORMATION
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
ITEM 10-
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION
KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTMTY ROOM
FEBRUARY 6, 2001
7:30 P.M.
MINUTES
ITEM 1:
CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL
Chairman Peters called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and the roll was confirmed as
follows:
Present:
Absent:
Others Present:
Peters, Heus, Brown, Brenckle, DeForest, Amen (arrived at
7:45p.m.)
Rodes
Councilman Moore, Acting Library Director Linda McNair, Contract
Secretary Shalev
ITEM 2:
AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Commissioner Brenckle MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner
Heus SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 2,2001
Commissioner Heus requested a change in the minutes of January 2,2001 (Item 6b) to
read, "The building fund raffle generated about $13,500..." There were no other
changes requested and the minutes were approved as amended.
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- -None
ITEM 5: REPORTS
5-a. Director -- McNair reported the library budget request had been submitted'for
review. Aside from an administrative position request, the submitted budget was
status quo. She added, Jankowska would be attending the scheduled meetings in the
next month or two to further justify and clarify the requests.
5-b. Friends of the Library- -Commissioner Heus reported on the following:
· Colleen Sutherland will be the new summertime storyteller for the
upcoming children's reading program.
· Guest speakers from the Economic Development District and Edward
Jones gave advice on available options for investing the building fund money. The
building fund treasurer was instructed to arrange the money to be laddered {a
distribution of the fund in various areas) as a laddered account will ensure funds will
be available if needed with little notice.
· The next writer's night will be March 15, 2001.
· The next meeting of Friends of the Library will be held on February 19,
2001 at 5:45p.m. at Paradisos. Members will receive an itemized list of yearly
expenditures.
· Used and donated books are being stored at the EDD. The public will be
advised they can drop off any donations directly.
5-e. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Moore reported the following:
· He attended the recent economic forum and items discussed at length
included: " - Lack of retail outlets in area
- Re-Zoning of the Kenai Spur Highway
- Ideas on how to broaden town base
- Lack of arts in the area
ITEM 6'
OLD BUSINESS- - None
ITEM 7'
NEW BUSINESS
7-a. Discussion -- Budget Strategies
Councilman Moore stated he would contact the finance director the next morning to
discuss the need for a new computer server as well as the need to extend the part-time
administration position to full-time. Peters stated if the position were extended, part of
the job duties assigned would be computer maintenance and assistance. A discussion
regarding the process for being listed as a Capital Improvement Project then took place.
Additional discussion took place regarding options for obtaining FAA funding for a new
library building (similar to the Animal Shelter situation), as an alternative. It was
decided that arrangements for a speaker to answer questions regarding FAA funding
would be scheduled. Moore suggested Kim Howard and Rebecca Cronkhite, but will
notify the Commission when a knowledgeable source is available.
ITEM 8:
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
Commissioner Brenckle congratulated the Friend's of the Library for the large
contribution to the building fund. DeForest expressed thanks for being able to
continue with her role on the Commission.
ITEM 9'
INFORMATION
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 6,2001
PAGE 2
ITEM 10:
ADJOURHMENT
MOTION:
Chairman Peters MOVED to adjourn and Commissioner Heus SECONDED the motion.
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:25 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary
LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 6,2001
PAGE 3
A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949
163 MAIN STREET LOOP
KENAI, ALASKA 99611
(907) 283-4378
REPORT FOR JANUARY, 2001
CIRCULATION Adult
Fiction 2077
Non-Fiction 1595
Periodicals 24
Cassettes Intemet Access CDs
181 70O --
Kits
9
Juvenile
330
311
Misc.
50
Easy Books
,.
1275
301
Puzzles
4
Videos
1012
Total Primed Materials ................ 5913
Total Circulation ....................7869
ADDITIONS
Girls
Purchases.
Docs
17
Adult
163
164
Juvenile
8
34
Easy Books
_
10
23
AV
20
24
Total Additions ......................... 463
INTEIU m Y LOANS
Ordered Received Returned
Books 27 18 8
INTERLIBRARY LOANS BY OUR LIBRARY ............... 39
INTERNET USE ...........................................700
VOLUNTEERS
Number .....15
Total Hours ......198
INCOME
Fines and Remal Books
Xerox
Lost or Damaged Books
$1,462.89
282.75
100.86
Total Income for January, 2001 ..... $1,846.50
A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949
163 MAIN STREET LOOP
KENAI, ALASKA 99611
(907) 283-4378
Library Cards Issued January, 2001
Kenai
34
Kasilof
Nikiski
Soldotna
14
Sterling
Other
Total
69
Library Patronage ....
Adult Programs ........
Childrens' Programs...
Tea Party .........
6,667 Persons
51 Persons
173 Persons
36 Persons
KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 1, 2001
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
ITEM 1'
ITEM 2'
ITEM 3'
ITEM 4:
ITEM 5'
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ao
ITEM 6'
ITEM 7:
a.
ITEM 8'
ITEM 9:
ITEM 10:
a.
ITEM 11'
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER Ih ROLL CALL
AGENDA APPROVAL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 4, 2001
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Municipal Park
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion -- Summer 2001 Park Maintenance and Development Goals
,
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Bernie Huss Fitness Trail
Brush Cleanup at East End Trails and Municipal Park
Community Cleanup Project with Kenai Chamber of Commerce
Skateboard Park
Irrigation
Adopt-A-Park Program
Check-In Station for Dip Net Fishery and Other Uses
Little League Fields and Adult Softball Field Improvements
REPORTS
Commission Chair
Director
City Council Liaison
COMMISSION QUESTIONS/h COMMENTS
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
INFORMATION
Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Beautification Comm/ttee Minutes of January 9,2001.
Updated Commission Membership List.
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI PARKS/~ RECREATION COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 1, 2001
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
MII~TES
ITEM 1:
·
CALL TO ORDER ll~ ROLL CALL
Chairman Wisniewski called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
Members Present:
Tim Wisniewski, Kelly Gifford, Jack Castimore, Sam Steiner
Members Absent:
Mike Baxter, Dale sandahl, Richard Hutlberg
Others Present:
Councilman Bill Frazer, Director Bob Frates, Contract
Secretary Roper
ITEM 2:
AGENDA APPROVAL
Parks & Recreation Director Frates requested that Tom Burke and students from Kenai
Central High School (KCHS) be added to the agenda under Item 4, Persons Scheduled
To' Be Heard. There were no objections. The 'agenda was approved with the addition.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 4,2001
Commissioner Castimore requested a change on page 4, first paragraph, which should
read, "Commissioner Castimore thanked Frates .... "The minutes of January 4,2001
were approved with the one correction.
ITEM 4:
P~'.RSONS SC _HRDULED TO BE HEARD
KCHS Shop Teacher Tom Burke and students Joshua Franklin and Bowman
McDonald presented a skateboard park proposal to the Commission. The proposal
consisted of a plan of the carpentry and welding classes at KCHS to construct
skateboard units for the City of Kenai. A lengthy discussion followed and included
potential locations, types of materials to be used, methods of construction,
comparisons to other parks in the state, liability, and cost. It was decided Councilman
Frazer would bring the item to the City Council at the work session that is scheduled
for February 7,2001.
MOTION:
Commissioner Gifford MOVED that the propose presented by Kenai Central High
School be accepted and that Councilman Frazer present the proposal to the City
Council at their next work session and report back to the Parks Commission as to the
outcome. Further that Director Frates discuss the issue with the City Manager and
City Attorney. Commissioner Castimore SECONDED the motion.
VOTE:
Baxter
Castimore
Wisniewski
Absent
Yes
Yes
Gifford Yes Sandahl
Steiner Yes Hultber§
Absent
Absent
,MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Steiner is to continue to work with the students and keep the Commission apprised of
the activity. The Commission thanked Burke and the students for their fine
presentation.
ITEM 5:
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Municipal Park
Frates reported they were still waiting on the Borough to let them know if the wood
chipper was available for use in Municipal Park. If it is not, the plan is to burn.
ITEM 6:
NEW BUSINESS
a-bo
Discussion -- Summer 2001 Park Maintenance and Development Goals
,
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Bernie Huss Fitness Trail
Brush Cleanup at East End Trails and Municipal Park
Community Cleanup Project with Kenai Chamber of Commerce
Skateboard Park
litigation
Adopt-A-Park Program
Check-In Station for Dip Net Fishery and Other Uses
Little League Fields and Adult Softball Field Improvements
Frates reported the above list was compiled with input from Chairman Wisniewski for
budget purposes and to also set goals for the Parks and Recreation Department. Each
item listed above was discussed in detail to include plans and methods of achieving the
goals. Frates requested input from the commissioners with regard to other items that
they feel should be added.
ITEM 7: REPORTS
7-a. Commission Chair -- Wisniewski reported Mrs. Buffmgton, whose sons
constructed the new cemetery sign, was not pleased with the lack of coverage or
recognition for their efforts. Discussion took place and it was noted that perhaps the
Buffington's could be recognized during Volunteer's Day with a proclamation from the
Mayor presented at the same time.
Commissioner Gifford left at 8'35 p.m.
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
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7-b. Director -- Frates reported the BOR land issue would be before the City
Council on February 7 with a public hearing possibly scheduled for February 21.
While addressing budget items, Frates reported the existing winter decorations might
be able to be refurbished, however, the required transformers needed to be reviewed
closely. The cemetery wrought iron fence will be considered as well as a new shelter for
Municipal Park. A cardio bike for the weight room is also on the wish list.
7-c. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Frates reminded the Commission of
the Economic Forum to be held on Saturday, February 3 and encouraged members to
attend. '~
ITEM 8:
COMMISSION QUESTIONS Ih COMMENTS
Commissioner Castimore reported on an article he read from the east coast where
parents are ejected from sporting events if they cause problems. Discussion took place
and it was noted that a similar program was available here.
Commissioner Steiner invited the Commissioners to attend the State basketball
tournaments during the weekend at KCHS.
Frates invited the Commission to participate in the broom ball game scheduled for
Saturday at 6:00 p.m.
ITEM 9'
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None
ITEM 10:
INFORMATION
10-a.
10-b.
10-¢.
Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17,2001.
Beautification Committee Minutes of January 9,2001.
Updated Commission Membership List.
ITEM 11:
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Castimore MOVED for adjournment. There were no objections.
ORDERED.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
SO
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary
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FEBRUARY 1, 2001
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
February 14, 2001-- 7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER:
a. Roll Call
b. Agenda Approval
c. Approval of Minutes' January 24, 2001
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.
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT:
3. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS:
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. PZ01-07--A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission recommending to the
Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, that the Development Requirements Table be
amended by adding the requirement that front yard setbacks be measured from the fight-
of-way or access easement.
5. OLD BUSINESS:
6. NEW BUSINESS:
7. PENDING ITEMS:
8. CODE ENFORCEMENT:
9. REPORTS:
a. City Council
b. Borough Planning
c. Administration
10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED:
11. INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Ordinance No. 1895-2001~Requesting that Land, Water and Co'nservation Fund
restrictions be released from city-owned property described as the F.A.A. Football Field
and transferred to a tract on the Kenai River.
b. Planning and Zoning Commission Roster
c. Kenai City Council ROster
d. KPB Plat Committee Action- White's Winter Wonderland Preliminary Plat
e. "Zoning Bulletin"- January 25, 2001
12. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS'
13. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING/k ZONING COMMISSION
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
February 14, 2001 - 7:00 p.m.
CHAIRMAN RON GOECKE, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER --~..
Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
1-a. Roll Call
Members Present: Bryson, Goecke, Nord, Erwin, Morse, Jackman.
Members Absent: Glick
Others Present: Councilman Bannock (arrived at 7'07), Administrative Assistant
Kebschull, Contract Secretary Roper
1 -b.
Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the agenda and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. Commissioner Morse SECONDED the motion. There were no objections.
SO O RD ERED.
1
ApProval of Minutes: January 24, 2001
MOTION:
Commissioner Morse MOVED to approve the minutes of January 24, 2001 and
requested UN~OUS CONSENT. Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion.
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
1 -d.
Consent Agenda -- None.
ITEM 2:
, ,
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT- None
ITEM 3:
CONSIDERATION OF PLATS -- None
ITEM 4:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PZ01-07 -- A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommending to the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, that the
Development Requirements Table be amended by adding the requirement
that front yard .setbacks be measured from the fight-of-way or access
easement.
MOTION:
Commissioner Nord MOVED to approve PZ01-07 and Commissioner Erwin SECONDED
the motion.
There were Commission or public comments.
VOTE:
I Bryson Yes I Erwin !Yes
Nord Yes Morse Yes
Goecke Yes
Glick ' ' Absent
Jackman Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
ITEM 5'
OLD BUSINESS-- None
ITEM 6:
NEW BUSINESS -- None
ITEM 7- PENDING ITEMS -- None
ITEM 8-
CODE ENFORCEMENT -- None
ITEM 9- REPORTS
9-a. City Council -- Bannock reported on the City Council agenda from
February 7,2001 which was included in the packet.
9-b. Borough Planning -- Co__mn~ssioner Bryson reported on the KPB
Planning Commission agenda from February 12,2001 which was included in the
packet.
9-c. Administration -- Kebschull reported on the following:
· There will be two public hearings, from Planning & Zoning actions, on
the agenda for the City Council of February 21,2001.
· She received an e-mail from a citizen wishing to appeal the decision of
the Kent applications from the last meeting. The citizen was asked to present the
appeal in writing to the City Clerk. Kebschull noted Chairman Goecke informed the
public, at their last meeting, they had 30 days in which to appeal and the number of
days for an appeal had been previously changed to 15 days. The City Attorney advised
the appeal could be presented to the Board of Adjustment and they can decide
whether they want to hear it or not.
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FEBRUARY 14, 2001
PAGE 2
ITEM 10:
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None
ITEM 11'
INFORMATION ITEMS
11-a.
ll-b.
11-c.
11-d.
11-e.
Ordinance No. 1895-2001--Requesting that Land, Water and
Conservation Fund restrictions be released from city-owned property
described as the F.A.A. Football Field and transferred to a tract on the
Kenai River.
Planning and Zoning Commission Roster
Kenai City Council Roster '~
KPB Plat Committee Action- White's Winter Wonderland Preliminary Plat
"Zoning Bulletin" - January 25, 2001
ITEM 12:
COMMISSION COMMENTS/k, (~UF~TIONS -- None
ITEM 13:
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Bryson MOVED for adjournment. There were no objections.
ORDERED.
SO
The meeting adjourned at 7' 17 p.m.
Respect~lly submitted'
Barbara L. Roper, Contract Secretary
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 14~ .2001
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KENAI BFAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
***AGENDA***
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL
ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL
,,
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 9, 2001
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS
ITEM 6:
Discussion -- 2001 Beautification Theme and Goals
Discussion -- Flower Bed/Volunteer Identification Markers
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 7: REPORTS
Committee Chair
Parks & Recreation Director
Kenai City Council Liaison
ITEM 8' OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
ITEM 9: INFORMATION
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of February 1,2001.
City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
Central Peninsula Master Gardener's Invitation to Presentation by Teena
Garay, A Journey to China Collecting Seeds.
ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT
KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR MARILYN DIMMICK, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL
Chair Dimmick called the meeting to order at 7' 10p.m. The roll was taken as follows:
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Non-Voting Members Present'
Others Present:
Brown (left at 8:15p.m.), Dimmick, Hett, Rogers,
Buffmgton
Hansen, Nelson
Overturf
Parks and Recreation Director Frates, Councilwoman
Swarner, and Contract Secretary Shalev
ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL
The agenda was approved as presented.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES. -- January 9, 2001
The minutes were approved as presented.
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- -None
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS
5-a. Discussion -- 2001 Beautification Theme and Goals
The Committee made the following determinations'
The 2001 Beautification Theme will be "Blankets of Blooms." The
Committee will investigate having T-shirts and banners made that will reflect this
theme.
2001 Goals:
· Yard-of-the-Week Program
· Flower Brochure (also to be listed on web site)
· Volunteer Recruitment (also to be listed on web site). Dimmick suggested
each member contact a local social group for recruitment.
· A general letter to the public may be sent to provide general committee
roles and information in addition to providing a sign-up volunteer form. The letter will
also provide volunteer guidelines for work to be done.
· Recognition Plaques -- Director Frates provided information on available
tags to provide the Comnfittee with a general idea of what is available. He will continue
looking for tags, preferably 8 ¥~ X 10 inches in size.
Flower Identification Tags -- I.D. tags. will be placed in selected
·
flowerbeds.
Prepare presentation for Master Gardener's Series.
Continue cemetery rose and iris plan.
Plant more perennials in city flowerbeds.
Install sprinkler system at Left Hansen Memorial Park.
5-b. Discussion -- Flower Bed/Volunteer Identification Markers
This item was discussed at Item 5a.
ITEM 6'
NEW BUSINESS -- None.
ITEM 7: REPORTS
7-a. Committee Chair
Dimmick spoke at length on the following topics'
· Need for the Beautification Committee to obtain a council ordinance to
clarify Beautification Committee roles and responsibilities. Dimmick will speak to the
City Clerk for more information.
· Dimmick expressed concerns regarding the Economic Forum and the
corresponding Peninsula Clarion article.
7-b. Parks & Recreation Director
Director Frates reported on the following:
· An appropriation was made to the Parks & Recreation Department in the
amount of $4,000 for flowers and $2,600 for an extra 200 hours towards personnel
during the first several weeks of summer.
· Arrangements are being made for a one-day, intensive "citywide cleanup
day." Frates and the Committee briefly discussed past cleanup efforts and all came to
the conclusion that a joint effort between Kenai and Soldotna must be done to ensure
'effectiveness and avoid competition. Frates and the Committee also spoke about using
a designated 'city cleanup day' as an opportunity to answer any questions by the
public and recruit volunteers.
7-c. Kenai City Council Liaison
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
FEBRUARY 13,2001
PAGE 2
Councilwoman Swamer reported on the following:
· She attended the Economic Forum and commented on appreciation that
was given to the Beauti~cation Committee for city beautification efforts; several
speakers at the Forum commented on the greenbelt being a city asset.
ITEM 8:
OUF, STIONS AND COMMENTS
ITEM 9' INFO~TION
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of February 1,2001.
City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
Central Peninsula Master Gardener's Invitation to Presentation by Teena Garay,
A Journey to China Collecting Seeds.
ITEM 10:
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 8'30 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY coUNCIL CHAMBERS
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[COUNCIL STAFF MEETING:
6:00 P.M., Council Chambers[
ITEM A:
CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*Ail 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 discussi°n 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:
,
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolution No. 2001-6 -- Transfemng $5,000 in the Wellhouse No. 4
Capital Project Fund for a Ground Water Exploration Study.
,
Resolution No. 2001-7 -- Awarding the Bid to Norris & Sons
Contractors for Street Maintenance Sand for the Total Amount of
$20,790.
,
Resolution No. 2001-8 -- Transferring $6,928 from General Fund
Contingency to Beautification for Flowers and Part-Time Personnel.
o
Resolution No. 2001-9 -- Awarding the Bid to Decor Industries, Inc. for
Automated Flight Service Station Carpet Replacement -2001 for the Total
Amount of $14,987.
,
Resolution No. 2001-10 -- Supporting the Efforts of Randy Chalawsky
in Developing a Feature-Length Documentary Film Marking a Composite
and Objective Story of the Kenai Peninsula's Past, Present, and Future.
,
*Liquor License Renewals
a. Don Jose's Restaurant & Cantina-- Beverage Dispensary
b. Kenai Joe's-- Beverage Dispensary
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ITEM D:
.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
ITEM E:
le
ITEM F:
ITEM G:
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ITEM H:
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5~
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. Kenai Convention & Visitors BUreau Board
c. Alaska Municipal League Report
MINUTES
Notes of January 15, 2001 Work Session.
Notes of January 17, 2001 Work Session.
*Regular Meeting of January 17, 2001.
CORRESPONDENCE
,
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Code Amendment to Prohibit the Operation of Motor
Vehicles on the Vegetated Areas of a Portion of the South Shore of the
Kenai River and Cook Inlet.
NEW BUSINESS
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
*Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealing the Current Sign Code, KMC
14.20.220 and Replacing it with a New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220.
*Ordinance No. 1894-2001 -- Amending KMC 14.20.105(i) (Townsite
Historic (TSH) Zoning District} to Reflect a Change in the Numbering of
the New Sign Code KMC 14.20.220 Which is Referenced in KMC
14.20.105(i).
*Ordinance No. 1895-2001 -- Requesting that Land, Water and
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Restrictions be Released From City-Owned
Land Described as the FAA Football Field (Portion of Borough Parcel No.
047-058-07) and that the Restrictions be Converted to Replacement
Property Described as a Tract on the Kenai River Including a Portion of
Birch Island (Borough Parcel No. 049-110-09) After the Property is
Transferred to the State of Alaska.
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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- None Scheduled
ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING -
~OUNCIL STAFF MEETING:
6:00 P.M., Council Chambers[
ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:04 p.m. in the Council
Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A-2. ROLL CALL
Roll was taken by the City Clerk.
Williams, Bookey and Swamer.
Present were'
Moore, Porter, Bannock, Frazer,
A-a.
AGENDA APPROVAI~..
Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda:
ADD AS: Item B-1 -- Wally Ward, Whimey Ischi and Michelle Oberg -- Thank-you
for maintaining the ice at the multipurpose facility.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the amended agenda and Councilman
Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
A-4. CONSENT AGENDA
There were 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 (10 minutes)
B-X,
year ago.
Wally Ward -- Explained he was a hockey player and learned to skate a
He noticed improvements when using the Nikiski rink for extra practice last
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 7,2001
PAGE 2
year and more improvements since having the use of the multipurpose facility in Kenai
this year. He thanked council for the hockey rink and supported any possible
considerations council may have in regard to adding refrigeration for the ice.
Swarner reported she passed the rink during evening hours and noticed people
playing without much light. She asked ff Ward was able to use the lights when using
the fink. He noted, if the users know where to find the switch, the full lights are
turned on.
Michelle Oberg -- Explained she was a figure skater and thanked the council for the
rink as it enabled her and her club to acquire more ice time and prepare for
competitions.
Whitney Ischi -- Ischi explained she plays hockey with the Kena/Peninsula Hockey
Association and thanked the council for building the rink and ice maintenance the city
offers. She also reported she played hockey since she was five years old and enjoys it
very much. Ischi also thanked the council for providing a safe place for kids to go and
safe place to play during the weekends.
Wi!l/ams reported he recently had a lengthy discussion with members of the LLC who
completed the facility and had received several e-mails from others in the community
who are interested in adding refrigeration to the floor in order to keep ice during the
summer.
City Manager Ross noted he had accumulated, information he would be including in
the council's and Parks & Recreation Commission's next packets in regard to types of
refrigeration and estimated costs for adding it to the facility. Ross briefly discussed
several types of refrigeration and estimated costs. Williams suggested a work session
be held to discuss the matter more fully and for council to consider whether' a bond
issue should be .included on an election ballot to appropriate funds for adding a
system to the facility, as well as funds to buy out the LLC.
It was suggested a work session be held in the near future to discuss a long-range
plan for the facility. 'It was also suggested the work session discuss other projects that
may require bonding to complete, i.e. library expansion, etc.
Council set a work session for 7:00 p.m. on February 15, 2001 to discuss the city
manager search and to develop a grading system for the selection.
Council also set a work session for 7'00 p.m. on February 22,2001 to discuss the
multipurpose facility. Clerk Freas was requested to contact the LLC members to
inform them of the work session. Councilwoman Porter thanked the children for
attending the meeting and urged them to discuss the project with residents and get
them interested.
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FEBRUARY 7,2001
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ITEM C:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
C-1o
Resolution No. 2001-6 -- Transferring $5,000 in the Wellhouse No. 4
Capital Project Fund for a Ground Water Exploration Study...
._
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-6 and requested
U~ANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Public Works Manager Kornelis explained the study
would probably show where the highest concentration of water is and the best area to
drill the next exploratory well. The study will also investigate the quality of water as
well. He also noted the study was DEC grant eligible. Williams stated he would
support the study and wanted to be sure the study would be available to the city in
the future. Komelis stated it would be.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
C-2.
Resolution No. 2001-7-- Awarding the Bid to Noms & Sons
Contractors for Street Maintenance Sand for the Total Amount of
$20,790.
MOTION:
Councilman Moore MOVED for approve of Resolution No. 2001-7 and Councilwoman
Porter SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Komelis explained the State Department of
Transportation specifications were used for gradation and the low bidder met the
specifications.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
C-3o
Resolution No. 2001-8 -- Transferring $6,928 from General Fund
Contingency to Beautification for Flowers and Part-Time Personnel.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-8 and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion.
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FEBRUARY 7, 2001
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There were no public comments. Parks & Recreation Director Frates was asked if
there would be enough equipment to water the grass before the beginning of the next
fiscal year. Frates answered he believed the equipment was adequate and that there
would probably be some sprinklers purchased from the current budget as.well. He
also noted the part-time help would probably begin working the first week in May,
depending on the weather and the added personnel would be for beautification efforts
only.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
C-4o
Resolution No. 2001-9 -- Awarding the Bid to Decor Industries, Inc. for
Automated Flight Service Station Carpet Replacement-2001 for the Total
Amount of $14,987.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Porter MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-9 and Councilman
Moore SECONDED the motion.
· 'There were no public comments. Public Manager La Shot explained the 15-year old
carpeting would be replaced in the offices and reception area. City Manager Ross
noted the agreement made by the city when the station was built included maintaining
the building.
o
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
Resolution No. 2001-10 -- Supporting the Efforts of Randy Chalawsky
in Developing a Feature-Length Documentary Film Marking a Composite
and Objective Story of the Kenai Peninsula's Past, Present, and Future.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-10 and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion.
Barb Nord spoke in support of the resolution. Swarner also spoke in support of the
resolution, noting the project would be a great promotion of the area and with no fiscal
note to the city.
VOTE:
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 7, 2001
PAGE 5
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
C-6o
C-6a.
C-6b.
.Liquor License Renewals
Don Jose's Restaurant & Cantina-- Beverage Dispensary
Kenai Joe's-- Beverage Dispensary
Approved by consent agenda.
BREAK TAKEN: 7:50 P.M.
BACK TO ORDER: 8:07 P.M.
ITEM D'
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
D-1. Council on Aging- Porter noted a meeting would be held in March.
Porter explained, during the Forum at the Senior Center on February 3, several of the
council noted concern for the condition of the dining room carpet at the Senior Center
and asked if the budget would include funds to replace it. Director Kelso answered it
was her understanding funding was included in the building maintenance budget for
carpet replacement. Swamer noted the noise and continual running of the fans at the
Center and asked if there were funds in the budget to correct the problem. Kelso
noted there had been other comments.
D-2. Airport Commission - Swamer noted the unapproved minutes of the
January 11,2001 meeting were included in the packet, as well as the Commission's
goals and objectives for 2001. She reported that some of the suggestions made at the
Economic Forum were already on the list. Swarner reminded council and the
audience of the February 4 Commission meeting and announced a representative from
ERA Aviation would be making a presentation and would be available for questions.
Frazer explained one of the comments at the Forum was to develop a yearly air show
and urged the expansion of the Coilings Foundation's B-17 and B-14 visit into a larger
event. Airport Manager Cronkhite reported the Commission discussed integrating an
air show with the Kenai River Festive as the airport had no control of the Collings
Foundation scheduling.
D-3. Harbor Commission- Bookey reported the next meeting was scheduled
for Monday, February 12.
D-4. Library Commission - Moore reported a meeting was held on February 6
during which the Friends of the Library reported they received $13,100 in proceeds
from their raffle and that the annual Writers' Night was scheduled for March 15 and
would be held at the Visitors Center. Moore added, the Commission also discussed
comments made at the Forum.
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FEBRUARY 7, 2001
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D-5. Parks/l~ Recreation Commission - Frazer reported on the February 1
Commission meefin§, notin§ a lengthy discussion took place in re§ard to the
development of a skateboard park. Durin§ .the meetin§, a presentation was made by
several KCHS students and their Vocational Education teacher who offered to build
components for the park if the city would purchase the materials. Frazer explained,
the group was referred to the city attorney and the Borough's risk manager for their
comments.
Frazer also reported the Commission discussed formalizing the adopt-a-park program
and promoting it during the city clean-up the fh'st week in May.
D-6. Planning/l~ Zoning Commission - Bannock referred to the january 24,
2001 meeting minutes included in the packet and noted the Commission held public
hearings for modify/ng a conditional use permit, two applications for conditional use
permits and a transfer of a conditional use permit, all in regard to businesses of
Michael Kent. Bannock reported there was a lot of conversation in regard to what
belonged in that part of town and the Commission looked at the intent. There were
comments in favor and some of concern that more enforcement was needed and the
discussion progressed to gravel pits. Bannock noted a suggestion was made that the
area needed to be rezoned to a m/xed-use zone. All four of the items were approved
unanimously.
Bannock also reported a suggestion was made that costs of permits needed to be
increased to help cover costs of inspections and enforcement which he believed was a
dangerous idea.
D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
D-7a. Beautification Committee - Swarner reported the next meetin§ would
be held on Tuesday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m.
D-Th. Kenai Convention/l~ Visitors Bureau Board- Bookey referred to the
minutes of the December meeting which were included in the packet. He also reported
a meeting was held on ,January 25 when an election of officers was held. A brief
meeting followed where an update on bingo receipts was discussed and a report from a
tour operator was held. The Board then convened into a work session and discussed
the economic forum. It was also reported Dr. Peter Ha.risen arranged for a family
reunion to take place in Kenai and the Visitors Center was helping in the planning.
D-7c. Alaska Municipal League Report- Williams reported he and Bookey
traveled to Juneau .to meet with legislators who are on the finance committees in
regard to the proposed coastal trail project. A lot of good dialog was held and support
voiced. He also noted there would be a meeting of 15 agencies at the Visitors Center
on February 16 at 1:00 p.m.
ITEM E: MINUTES
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Notes of January 15, 2001 Work Session- Approved by consent
agenda.
Notes of January 17, 2001 Work Session- Approved by consent
agenda.
Regular Meeting of January 17, 2001 -Approved by consent agenda.
ITEM F:
CORRF~PONDENCE- None.
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Code Amendment to Prohibit the Operation of Motor
Vehicles on the Vegetated Areas of a Portion of the South Shore of the
Kenai River and Cook Inlet.
Porter referred to the information in the packet and requested to bring the matter back
for consideration on the March 7 agenda. Council had no objections.
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
i-1.
MOTION:
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Councilwoman Swamer MOVED to pay the bills and Councilman Moore SECONDED
the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
i-2.
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swamer MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding $2,500
and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion.
Williams referred to a damaged light pole in Old Town and asked if the city is
reimbursed for costs involved in repair or replacement. It was noted, reimbursement
is sometimes possible and Police Chief Moms stated he would investigate the damage
to the pole.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
i-3.
Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealing the Current Sign Code, KMC
14.20.220 and Replacing it with a New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220.
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Introduced by consent agenda.
Ordiaaace No. 1894-2001 -- Amending KMC 14.20.105(i) (Townsite
Historic (TSH) Zoning District) to Reflect a Change in the Numbering of
the New Sign Code KMC 14.20.220 Which is Referenced in KMC
14.20.105(i).
Introduced by consent agenda.
Ordinance No. 1895-2001 -- Requesting that Land, Water and
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Restrictions be Released From City-Owned
Land Described as the FAA Football Field (Portion of Borough Parcel No.
047-058-07) and that the Restrictions be Converted to Replacement
Property Described as a Tract on the Kenai River Including a Portion of
Birch Island (Borough Parcel No. 049-110-09) After the Property is
Transferred to the State of Alaska.
Introduced by consent agenda.
ITEM I:
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
I-1. Mayor- Williams discussed the following:
· After-Prom Activities -- Requests for use of the Recreation Center for
after-prom activities received from KCHS and Soldotna High School. Frates reported
he had a verbal request from Sky View High School as well. Council supported the
use of the facility by all three of the high schools if there were no date conflicts with
the KCHS request. Frates was asked if a damage deposit was required and he
answered none had been required in the past. Council approved the use of the facility
at no cost for all of the requests.
Borough Assembly Space Allocation Concerns -- The old court house
would be losing some of its tenants and there was interest expressed by several
Borough Assembly members that the building be used to house the School District
offices in their effort to alleviate some of their space needs. Administration was
requested to contact the entities in charge of the building and urge them to work with
the Assembly in this effort.
· City's Economic Forum - Williams explained there was some question
of whether council expected a follow-up report from the Economic Development
District who facilitated the event. Discussion followed and it was decided, because no
clear answer was available, that the notes being prepared by the City Clerk could be
used as a record and ~eference.
Discussion followed in regard to the forum and council noted that although there were
some shortcomings, they generally felt the event was successful; a lot of good
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PAGE 9
comments were made; and the open and frank comments were very much appreciated.
They also agreed they wanted to follow through with as many of the suggestions as
possible.
.,
Because of new corporate structures of many of the oil companies in the area,
Williams suggested council meet with the managers or their representatives to renew
acquaintances and make new ones. Council agreed this would be a very good idea
and a breakfast meeting on February 21,2001 at 7'00 a.m. was scheduled. Williams
al/~o suggested a collection of the comments be included in the next city newsletter.
Porter suggested an insert be added as a collection of article information had already
been collected. Porter also suggested solutions be decided before putting the
information into a newsletter.
Discussion followed in regard to identifying five or six major issues needing to be
addressed brought forward at the forum. Council agreed to review their own notes
taken at the forum and develop their lists of issues they want to address. The lists
would then be assessed at a future work session, along with the notes from the clerk.
I-2. City Manager- Ross reported the Public Health Services lease expired in
January and because they will be moving into their new building in the near future,
the lease would continue on a month-to-month basis until their move.
Attorney- No report.
City Clerk- No report.
I-5. Finance Director- Director Semmens briefly reviewed the investment
report included in the packet.
I-ti. Public Works Managers
Komelis:
Public Works Manager Komelis reported a junk vehicle ordinance had been introduced
at the Borough Assembly meeting. He noted the Borough requested the use of the old
transfer site as a temporary impound yard when the clean-up project takes place. The
details of the event are continuing to be ironed out.
Komelis also reported the final FEMA payment was received in regard to the flood
damage of several years past. The tOtal amount received was approximately $40,000.
La Shot: No report.
I-7. Airport Manager- Cronkhite reported the carpet bid was being
advertised; the bid opening is scheduled for February 28; and the ARFF-SRE building
bid is currently being advertised and its bid opening is scheduled for March 7. She
referred to Wi!l/ams' earlier comments regarding the Borough's search for more space
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and noted her encouragement for the city to continue urging the emergency
management office to move to the fire training facility. Ross reported there were some
technological concerns and costs associated to them, but the Borough continues to
investigate the possibility.
In reviewing the Fire Department Monthly Report included in the packet, Williams
noted it would be interesting to find out the percentage of ambulance calls that are
related to the city's aging'population's medical concerns versus accidents.
ITEM J:
DISCUSSION
J-1. Citizens
John Mellish- Mellish commented on the following:
· Was glad to hear a report would be developed from what was learned at
the forum as he thought it would be beneficial.
· Suggested removing snow berms along the Spur Highway would be
helpful for the community.
· Referred to a comment from the forum that the city only has been
interested in big projects and suggested council should offer more information to the
public as to what the city has done for the community through its capital projects, etc.
Requested a copy of an ice rink report done several years ago. It was
determined he was referring to the "Whetstone Report" and Ross explained the
present facility was more advanced than what that report discussed. He would have a
copy of the report available for Mellish to review.
J-2. Council
Bookey- No comments.
Swarner- Requested plants be sent to the Peninsula Legislators, Governor and
Lt. Governor.
Moore- No comments.
Porter- Stated she believed removing the snow berms was an excellent idea.
She also asked if a letter of objection was sent to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
in regard to the Old Town Village Restaurant. Clerk Freas confirmed a letter of
objection was forwarded as directed by council and that the Borough did not send a
letter of objection.
Williams suggested an aerie photo of the city be framed and sent to Representative
Chenault as he noticed only bare walls in his office during his recent visit to Juneau.
There were no objections from council.
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Bannock- Thanked the Fire Department for their involvement in Boy Scout
merit badge projects. Bannock referred to a discussion he had with Representative
Lancaster regarding his bill to charge a dip net fee and reminded Lancaster the city
requested $900,000 for State of Alaska dip net improvements. He requested
administration to break down the costs included in the $900,000 and forward that
information to Lancaster for use during his discussions on the bill.
Williams - Reported that when he visited with Representative Mulder regarding
the coastal trail, Mulder suggested the owners of the property owners adjacent to
Cunningham Park be contacted to see if they would be interested in selling their
property for development of a project similar to the Pillars.
Frazer- Reported he would be attending the 20th anniversary train ride with
Senator Murkowski on February 19 and a reception following. While participating, he
will be promoting the coastal trail.
EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled
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ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 9'55 p.m.
Minutes prepared and submitted by'
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CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1896-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KEN~, ALASKA INCREASING
GENERAL FUND ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $10,480 FOR
REVENUE SHARING PASS THROUGH GRANTS.
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska provides funding to health care facilities located in the
City as part of the Revenue Sharing Program; and
WHEREAS, the amount received by the City is passed directly through to the health
care facilities; and
WHEREAS, the City received $23,944 for pass through grants to these health care
facilities in FY2001; and
WHEREAS, the original FY2001 budget appropriated $13,464 which was the estimate
of the amount of these pass through grants; and
WHEREAS, the FY2001 grants to agencies budget needs to be increased to the amount
received.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows in the
General Fund:
General Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Revenue Sharing
$10,480
Increase Appropriations:
Non-Departmental-Grants to Agencies
$10,480
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day of
February, 2001.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance:
(02/9/2001) sj
Introduced: February 21,2001
Adopted: March 7, 2001
Effective: March 7, 2001
Suggested by: Administratio~
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1897-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ~NAI. ALASICh INCREASING
GENERAL FUND ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $14,040 FOR
MEMORIAL PARK SIDEWALK ENTENSIONS.
WHEREAS, there is no more space available at Memorial Park for sidewalk memorial
plaques; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to make more sidewalk space available
for this popular program; and
WHEREAS, a phased approach to sidewalk extension is recommended; and
WHEREAS, the first phase would provide approximately sixty spaces at estimated cost
of $14,040; and
WHEREAS, funds are available in the General Fund fund balance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI.
ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased in the General
Fund as follows:
General Fund
Increase Estimated Revenue:
Appropriation of Fund balance
$14,040
Increase Appropriations:
Parks: Improvements other than Buildings
$14.040
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day of
February, 2001.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance:
2/14/2001) sj
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
February 21,2001
March 7, 2001
March 7, 2001
Suggested by: Administration
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1898-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING
THE DEVELOPMENT REQ~~ME, NT$ TABLE, BY ADDING THE REQUIREMENT THAT
FRONT YARD SETBACKS BE MEASURED FROM THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OR ACCESS
EASEMENT.
WHEREAS, the current front yard setback requirement is measured from the edge of
the front yard; and
WHEREAS, that standard could result in situations where a structure could be located
in a fight-of-way or access easement; and
WHEREAS, amending the front yard setback requirement so the setback is measured
from the right-of-way or access easement will eliminate that possibility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
Alaska, that the Deuelopment Requirements Table is amended by adding the following
footnote to the row entitled "Front" under "Uses" and as shown in Attachment A.
FOOTNOTES'
1. Provided that the minimum front setback is measured from fight-of-
way or access easement.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this seventh day of
March 2001.
John J. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted'
Effective:
February 21,2001
March 7, 2001
April 7, 2001
14.24.020 General requirements.
DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE
------ ZONING DISTRICTS
90 i[60 60 [160 60 i~
MINIMUM
YARD SIZE
(feet)
FrontZ "l 25
One.storytm 15
Basement/Splita
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Rear j[ 20
MAXIMUM LOT
COVERAGE ,
HEIGHT (in
feet)
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30%
35
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FOOTNOTES:
1. Provided that the minimum front setback is measured from any right-of-way or access easement.
[1] 2. Side setbacks are determined independently from the front view of the structure. Plot plan/As-built will distinguish
single and two-story portions of building to verify setback distances are met.
[2] 3. Story is that portion of a building included between the upper surface of. any floor and the upper surface of the floor
next above or the ceiling or roof above.
One-story is defined as a story having direct access from grade level without a lower story. A structure having a lower story
situated below a one-story is considered a one-story structure in its entirety.
Two-story is defined as one-story plus more than one-half (1/2) the height of the lower story all situated above grade.
Daylight basement/split level is defined as one-story plus less than one-half (1/2) the height of the lower story all situated
above grade.
For purposes of these footnotes, Grade is defined as the lowest point of elevation of the finished surface of the ground
between the building and a line five (5) feet from the building.
[3] 4. Except that for each story over two (2) stories, each side and rear yard shall be increased three (3) feet, but need not
exceed fourteen (14) feet for each side yard and nineteen (19) feet for the mar yard.
DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE
Ordinance No. 1898-2001
Attachment A
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ01-07
AN RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING
TO THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KEN~, ALASKA, THAT THE D~VELOPMF, NT
REQUIREMENTS TABLE BE AMENDED BY ADDING THE REQUIREMENT THAT
FRONT YARD SETBACKS BE MEASURED FROM THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OR ACCESS
EASEMENT.
WHEREAS, the current front yard setback requirement is measured from the edge of
the front yard; and
WHEREAS, that standard could result in situations where a structure could be located
in a fight-of-way or access easement; and
WHEREAS, amending the front yard setback requirement so that the setback is
measured from the. fight-of-way or access easement will eliminate that possibility.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDS
THAT THE ,.COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, Alaska, amend the Development
Requirements Table by adding the following footnote to the 'Front~ heading under
"Uses~ and as shown in Attachment "A~.
FOOTNOTES:
1. Provided that the minimum front setback is measured from fight-of-
way or access easement.
PASSED BY TH.t~ PLAN~ING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, this/<]:~day of '-/-~. ~ 2001.
Suggested by: Administration
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1896-2001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $170,000 IN
THE AIRPORT TERMIN~ ENTERPRISE FUND FOR CARPETING AND FLOOR
COVERING REPLACEMENT AND SEATING.
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to replace flooring and
seating in the airport terrn_inal; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for appropriation in the retained earnings of the
Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as
follows:
Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Appropriation of Fund Balance
$170,000
Increase Appropriations:
Repairs & Maintenance
Machinery & Equipment
$120,000
50,000
~170,000
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 7th day of
March, 2001.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance:
(02 / 20 / 2001) jl
Introduced: February 21,2001
Adopted: March 7,2001
Effective: March 7, 2001
CITY OF KENAI
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and Council Members
FROM'
DATE-
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
City of Kenai ~
February 15,.
RE:
APPEAL OF PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF THE
FOLLOWING:
a. PZ01-02 -- An application to modify Conditional Use Permit PZ00-11
from Cabin Rentals to Hotel and add Guide Service for the property described as
Lot 4, Block 2, Anglers Acres Subdivision, Addition No. 1, 1350 Angler Drive,
Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Michael Kent, dba Alaska Lodge, P.O. Box
3033, Kenai, AK 99611;
b. PZO 1-03 -- An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Office & Retail
Space, Guide Service and Hotel for the property described as Tract A-lA Cone
Tracts A-lA & A-lB, 2880 Beaver Loop Road, Kenai, Alaska. Application
submitted by Michael Kent, dba Alaska Lodge, P.O. Box 3033, Kenai, AK 99611;
c. PZO 1-04 -- An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Guide Service
and Food Service for the property described as Tract 3, Anglers Acres Subdivision,
Lowe Addition, 1600 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by
Michael Kent, dba Alaska Lodge, P.O. Box 3033, Kenai, AK 99611; and,
d. PZ01-05 -- An application to transfer Conditional Use Permit PZ96-37
from Brian Lowe to Michael Kent and to modify the permit from Lodging to Hotel
for the property described as Tract 2, Anglers Acres Subdivision, Lowe Addition,
1530 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Michael Kent, dba
Alaska Lodge, P.O. Box 3033, Kenai, AK 99611.
A letter appealing the decisions of the Planning & Zoning Commission on the above-
items was received on February 1 $, 2001 from ,.lames A. Krein (copy attached).
KMC 14.20.290(a) requires appeals to be filed within 15 days of the decision. The
appeal period used to be 30 days, but was shortened to 15 days last year. Mr. Krein'
appeal was filed 22 days after the date of the decision. However, during the January
24, 2001 Planning & Zoning meeting, which Mr. Krein attended, Chairman Goecke
mistakenly told the audience they could appeal within 30 days of the decision. Mr.
Krein's appeal was within 30 days of the decision (see page 7 of the January 24, 2001
Planning & Zoning Commission meeting minutes attached). It appears Mr. Krein
relied on that representation in filing his appeal.
It is Administration's recommendation that the 15-day appeal period be waived by the
Board of Adjustment because of the Commission's misstatement of the proper appeal
time. It is the opinion of the City Attomey that the courts would grant such a waiver if
the issue were tested in court.
KMC 14.20.290(b)(1), "Appeals - Board of Adjustment" provides,
(1) The Board of Adjustment shall set a date for and hold a hearing on
all appeals within thirty (30) days of the filing of the appeal. However,
should the thirtieth day fall on a weekend or a municipal holiday, the
hearing may be scheduled for the next following weekday which is not a
municipal holiday under KMC 23.40.020(a)(1)-(10) and (b). ~'-:~otice of the
time and place of such hearing shall be mailed to all parties interested
and to all property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the property
involved at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing.
Please set a Board of Adjustment hearing for the above-referenced matter. The
hearing date limit falls on Monday, March 19,2001 (actual 30th day is on a Saturday).
clf
Attachment
VERBATIM ENDS
Kebschull noted this particular permit was an occupation of a permit received last
year and the public probably wasn't aware the.code did not cOver every use. The city
attorney advised that the term "hotel" be used as it would allow day lodging and/or
food service. Kebschull continued, since Mr. Kent wanted to provide food service in
his cabins, the term "hotel" was incorporated to allow that service. Kebschull further
noted the permit didn't create any additional use other than the guide service and that
would be more handled over the phone. ~ ..
Commissioner Bryson noted this area had been an area of concern for quite some time
and it had been evolving toward a recreational/commercial, however, there never had
been a request or proposal by the residents living in or occupying the area to change
the zoning. Bryson continued, the Planning Commission or the City Council hadn't
proposed that zoning for the area, but since there were so many businesses utilizing
the area, perhaps a petition for that use would be reasonable.
Discussion took place on what the term "hotel" meant in conjunction with the Land
Use Table. Kebschull noted the area required one dwelling per 20,000 sq. ft.
VOTE:
MOTION PASSED UI~ANIMOUSLY.
~--Ch~~ Goecke advised anyone wishing to appeal the decision could do so in
......~~g to the City Council within thirty days.
PZ01-03--An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Office & Retail
Space, Guide Service and Hotel for the property described as Tract A-lA
Cone Tracts A-IA & A-lB, 2880 Beaver Loop Road, Kenai, Alaska.
Application submitted by Michael Kent, d/b/a Alaska Lodge, P.O. Box
3033, Kenai, AK 99611.
MOTION:
Commissioner Nord MOVED to approve PZ01-03 and Commissioner Jackman
SECONDED the motion.
VERBATIM BEGINS
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
JANUARY 24, 2001
PAGE 7
2/15/01
City of Kenai
Attn: Carol Freas
City Clerk
Re: Appeal
I would like to formally appeal the decisions rendered by the Planning and Zoning Commission with regard
to:
PZ01-02
PZ01-03
PZ01-04
PZ01-05
The above were conditional use permits granted to Michael Kent, d.b.a. Alaska Lodge.
Sincerely,
James A Krein
365 Dolchok Lane
Kenai, Alaska 9961
CITY OF KENAI
FY 2002 BUDGET CALENDAR
December 20
Budget Preparation Packets Distributed
January 10
Overtime and New Positions Due to Finance
January 15
City Administrator Decides On New Position Requests By
This Date
January 2 - Feb 16
Finance Departmem Develops Revenue and Personnel
Expense Estimates, Budget Formats & Tables
February 5
Departmental Budget Submissions Due to Finance
February 19-21
Budget Draft Reviewed by Departmem Heads
February 23
Consolidated Budget Submitted To Administrator
March 2-14
Department Head Meetings With Administrator
March 16
April 4
Administrator's Budget Draft Finalized
Budget Package to Council
April 10
Council Budget Work Session
Additional Work Sessions Will Be Scheduled As Required
May 2
Imroduce Ordinance on Personnel or Pay
May 16
Council Work Sessions Completed
May 16
Introduction of Budget Ordinance
May 16
Motion to Set City Attorney and City Clerk Pay, if
Changing
May 21
Publish Notice 7 days prior to Public Hearing
June 6
June 6
Public Hearing of Budget Ordinance
Mill Rate Resolution Adopted
June 22
Publication & Distribution of Budget Completed
April 2001
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210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM.
DATE'
RE'
Mayor and Council Members
Carol L. Freas, City Clerkc
City of Kenai '
February 16,2001
NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK
April 22-28, 2001
National Volunteer Week is scheduled for April 22-28, 2001. In years past, a "thank-
you" advertisement is placed in the Peninsula Clarion with the names of all the city's
volunteers, including commissions, committees, Senior Center volunteers, Animal
Control volunteers, etc. Funds were included in the Legislative Advertising budget for
this advertisement.
In the past, a reception has been held for the volunteers and their guest. Last year, a
barbecue was held instead and it was quite successful.
Does Council want to place the "thank-you" advertisement in the paper during
National Volunteer Week ?
Does Council want to hold a reception or a barbecue?
If a barbecue is selected, does Council want to invite the volunteer and their
guest or volunteer and their families?
What date does Council want to hold the event?
April 2001
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Chairman:
Mayor George
Ahmaogak, Sr.
North Slope Borough
Executive
Committee:
Mayor George
Ahmaogak, Sr.
Dave Cobb
Charlie Cole,
Esq.
Interim
Executive
Director:
Dave Dengel
Additional
Directors'
.yor Rhonda
Boyles
Fairbanks North
Star Borough
Mayor Bert
Cottle
City of Valdez
Barbara
Schuhmann,
Esq.
Richard Glenn
Senator Al
Adams
John Kelsey
ALASKA GASLZNE PORT AUTHORTTY
550 West 7~ Avenue, Suite '1850
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 278-7000 \ fax: (907) 278-7001
dden .valdez.ak.us
ALASIM SASLINi POINT AgTIIORITY
Alaska Gasline Port Authority
550 West 7TM Avenue, Suite 1850
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
AMOUNT ·
check number: 00000101
$ $$$,$$$.$$
PAY'
NOT NEGOTIABLE
TO THE ORDER OF' ALASKAN MUNICIPALITY ............................
Alaska Gasline Port Authority
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave., St. 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611
February 9, 2001
Dear Mayor Williams'
Your community could receive a substantial check every year for 30 years or
more if our plan for taking North Slope gas to market is successful.
The mission of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority ("Port Authority") is to enable
the development of Alaska's North Slope gas for the maximum benefit of ali
Alaskans. Ownership of the pipeline by this type of organization will substantially
lower the effective cost of transporting gas from the North Slope to market and
improve the economics of such a venture to a degree necessary to make the
development of the North Slope gas resources financially viable.
Attached is a Briefing Paper that explains in greater detail the background and
benefits of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority. The Port Authority ownership
concept provides for the distribution of revenues as follows: 60% to the State of
Alaska; 30% to all Alaska communities on a per capita basis ($50,000 minimum);
and 10% retained by the Port Authority.
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ALAISKA GASLINE PORT AUTHORITY
550 West 7~ Avenue, Suite 1850
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 278-7000 ~ fax: (907) 278-7001
..a. den~ei~w cl. va ldez. ~tk. us
The Port Authority would appreciate your support througl~ the passage of the
attached, esolution. If you have any questions or would like a presentation by
the Port ,'.kuthority, please contact Dave Dengel, Interim Executive Director at
907-835-z,.313.
Alaska Gasline Port Authority
, ,,~ha~r,~a n-Ge °rge/Ahmaogak, Si..-
& Ma!/'0r, North Slope Borough
ALASKA GASLINE PORT AUTHOPJTY
February ~, 200'1
BRIEFING PAPER
A. Evolution
Pursuant to the Port Authority Act as set forth in Alaska statutes, the formation of the
Alaska Gasline Port Authority by the City of Valdez, Fairbanks North Star Borough and
the North Slope Borough was ratified by the electorate on October 5, 1999 by an 80%
approval rate. Even prior to the official creation of the Port Authority, the founding
entities began developing the concept and Project in March 1999. The first step was to
form a team which would be responsible for conceptualizing and developing a
financially viable project. The project initially envisioned was a natural gas conditioning
plant on Alaska's North Slope, and an 800 mile pipeline to an Liquified Natural Gas
("LNG") tidewater facility at Valdez. The goal was to facilitate the maximum use of
Alaska's natural gas both within Alaska and exported to other markets including the
continental United States.
In March 1999 the Port Authority retained Bill Walker of Walker Walker and Associates,
LLC as General Counsel and Rigdon Boykin of O'Melveny & Myers, LLP, an
international law firm with substantial experience with tax exempt entities, project
financing and the oil industry, as Special Project Counsel.
In September of 1999, the Port Authority entered into a Memorandum of UnderStanding
with the Bechtel Corporation. As part of that MOU, Bechtel undertook to develop cost
estimates for the conditioning plant, pipeline and LNG facilities. In addition, the Port
Authority retained the services of Taylor-DeJongh and Merrill Lync~ to perform the
financial modeling and act as financial advisors to the Port Authority.
B. Project Scope
The original premise of the Port Authority was to support the construction of a project
that would take natural gas from the North Slope of Alaska to Valdez, make LNG and
sell it to Asia. The Port Authority decided to make a very comprehensive model which
would include conservative estimates for all aspects of the project including
construction, financing and operations. The costs include development costs,
permitting costs, the various financing fees, interest during construction, working capital,
six months debt service reserve, insurance, etc. In a similar fashion the construction
costs estimates were to be all inclusive i.e., all equipment, capital spares, construction,
freight, catalysts and chemicals for initial fill, commissioning and start up costs,
engineering services, escalation of 8 to 10% depending on the facility, contingency
(approximately 10%), insurance, licensing fees and contractor risk, overhead and fee.
At the beginning of May, 2000 Bechtel completed its EPC study based on the above
premises and Tayior-DeJongl~ completed modeling the results of that study. This initial
base case study was very valuable for the Port Authority because it gave them a ground
up "new look" construction cost estimate (based on 55,000 man hours of Bechtel time)
for the gas conditioning facility, pipeline and LNG facility construction elements which
coUld serve as a basis for modeling other alternatives. In addition, it gave the Port
Authority a realistic and conservative financial model for looking at alternative solutions
to improving the project economics.
Out of this base case and other modeling of alternatives, the Port Authority in June
2000 reached two basic conclusions: First, the economics of the project are clearly
affected by the amount of liquids both in the form of natural gas liquids separated out on
the Slope and inserted into the oil pipeline and the amount of liquified propane gas
"LPG") separated out in Valdez. The value of these liquids as demonstrated in the
financial runs is substantial. Second. this project needs to be combined with other
potential projects in order to share the huge cost of the pipeline and gas conditioning
facilities.
Since June 2000, gas economics have changed substantially in the Lower 48, Mexico
and Asia. Today several approaches to commercialization of Alaskan North Slope gas
appear to be economically viable.
Based on the cost information developed by Bechtel, the financial modeling and the
changing world market for ~as and LNG, the Port Authority now believes the most
economic and beneficial project to both Alaska and the producers is a two-project line
with one branch going to the Lower 48 along the Alaskan highway route and the other
branch going to Vaidez along the Alyeska pipeline route.
The Port Authority believes that using one or both of these routes substantially reduces
the potential for environmental issues which could cause significant delays and
increased costs. In addition, the project realizes huge economies of scale by combining
a Lower 48 project with an LNG project. The Port Authority believes the combination
project effoctively would result in a $3.5 billion reduction in the total costs of the pipeline
part of each of the two projects - a total savings of $7 billion.
The Two Project Line
The concept of the Two Project Line contains the following components:
A Conditioning Plant on the North Slope which would have the capacity to
condition (at full ramp up) sufficient gas to insert 6 billion Cubic feet per day (bcfd)
into a pipeline
A 550 mile 56" diameter pipeline operating at 2220 maximum pounds per sqUare
inch from the North Slope to Delta Junction
A 150 mile 44" diameter branch line carrying 3 bcfd to the Canadian Border along
the Alcan highway (The Foothills Route)
· A 256 mile 46" diameter branch line carrying 3 bcfd to Valdez
· A fractionation plant to extract Liquid Propane Gas in Valdez
· A 15 Million Ton per year LNG Plant (at full ramp up) and port facilities in Valdez
Cost Of Two Project Line
Construction Cost
Conditioning Plant (assuming no efficiencies
from existing plant)
$ 4.2 Billion
Pipeline (including the two branctqes)
$ 9.7 Billion
LPG Fractionation Plant
$450 Million
LNG Plant and Port Facilities
3.65 Billion
Construction Cost Total
$18.0 Billion
This Total Construction Cost includes escalation and $1.8 Billion contingency
money. Remember, alSo, that this is the cost of TWO projects.
Soft Costs
Interest during construction
$ 5.4 Billion
Owners contingency
$900 Million
Debt service reserve
$ 1.0 Billion
Financing fees, working capital, etc.
$ 1.0 Billion
$ 8.3 Billion
Minus pre-completion revenue
-$ 2.4 Billion
Soft Cost Total
$5.9 Billion
Total Financing required for both LNG Project and
a pipeline project to the Alaskan-Canadian Border
for lower 48 sales.
$23.9 Billion
The Port Authority is not claiming that this represents the best or only project
that should be developed, it will make its research and numbers available to any
qualified user and hopes further optimization of the design and costs will yield better
results. But, the financial modeling performed by the Port Authority has demonstrated
that this design and cost structure (as conservative as it may be) is financially viable
and should be economically attractive 'to the Producers, Alaskans and the State of
Alaska.
It is very important to note that while the Port Authority believes that a two-project line is
of the greatest economic benefit to Alaska and the producers, the Port Authority will
support any gas pipeline route that follows the existing pipeline corridor to
Fairbanks and then along the Alaskan highway to the Lower 48 or to south central
Alaska for conversion to LNG or gas to liquids (GTL) or other marketable petroleum
projects.
Financial Results of Two Project Line
Obviously the financial returns of any project depends on cost assumptions and the
projected sales price of gas, LNG and LPG. Outlined below are an estimate of the
range of returns for the various parties involved based on the Bechtel numbers and the
Taylor-DeJongh modeling using conservative historical numbers for the price of gas,
LNG and LPG for the bottom of the range and a percentage of today's prices as the
upper part of the range. These benefits also include the revenues from the LPG which
is transported down the line in a gaseous form and extracted as a liquid at the end of
the line. Remember, if only one project is constructed, the lower 48 line or only the line
to the south central coast, the producer and state benefits will be reduced by
approximately 50%.
Producers
$2 Billion to $3 Billion per year
State (royalties, severance tax and
corporate income tax)
$750 Million to $980 Million
Payment in lieu of property taxes
$114 Million per year
Payment to be divided among
all communities in Alaska apportioned
by population with the smallest receiving
a minimum of $50,000
$148 million per year
The Founding Communities or to be used
for new ventures by The Port Authority like
LNG transport and regasification for
other communities in Alaska
$37 million per year
Ce
Benefits of Port Authority Ownership Concept
The Port Authority believes that its ownership of the Project will result in eight primary
benefits:
o
Income from the venture Will be tax-exempt as a result of an IRS ruling
received by the Port Authority in January, 2000. Substantial cash which
would otherwise be used to pay income taxes on revenues from the
project would be available to pay debt.
2. A very beneficial Financing strUcture:
a. The Port Authority believes it can finance this facility with virtually
100% debt;
b. The Port Authority will have a substantially lower hurdle rate for
capital employed than a Private organization would require;
c. Some of the debt would be financed with tax-exempt bonds.
d. The project's debt would be non-recourse to the State, the founding
municipalities and the producers..
3. The Port Authority has substantial political advantages both within and
outside Alaska.
4. A pipeline owned by the Port Authority would not be subject to FERC
regulation.
5. Income to the state and communities - The enabling ordinances
establishing the Alaska Gasline Port Authority sets forth that income of the
Port Authority shall be distributed as follows:
a)
60% to State of Alaska;
b)
30% to all Alaska municipalities on a per capita basis.
The goal of the Port Authority is that under normal operating
conditions, this would produce a minimum of $148 million to be split
each year among the municipalities.
c)
10% to be retained by the Port Authority sponsor municipalities.
6. There will be more certainty of gas for in-state usage.
a)
The Port Authority will insure that a spur tine will be built to allow
Anchorage, the Matanuska Valley, and Cook Inlet. etc. access to
Gas.
b)
The Port Authority can use retained revenues to develop LNG
transport to other Alaskan communities accessible by road or
water.
..
7. More control over price to consumer of in-state gas usage.
o
No need to defer or give up tax revenue, royalties, etc. to subsidize the
project.
For more information, please contact Dave Dengel, interim executive director at 907-
835-4313 or any of the Board Memt~ers below
Member Entities- Board Meml~ers
North Slope Borough
George Ahmaogak, Sr.
Mayor
(Chairman)
(907) 852-2611
Richard Glenn
(907) 852-2611
Senator Al Adams
(907) 561-5144
Fairbanks North Star
Borough
Charlie Cole, Esq.
(Vice Chairman)
(907) 452-1124
Rhonda Boyles
Mayor
(907) 459-1305
Barbara Schuhmann, Esq.
(907~ 452-1855
City of Valdez
Dave Cobb
(Secretary)
(907) 835-4874
Bert Cottle, Mayor
(907) 835-4313
John Kelsey
(907) 277-2505
RESOLUTION
City of , Alaska
Resolution No. 01-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF
NORTH SLOPE GAS THROUGH THE UTILIZATION OF
THE ALASKA GASLINE PORT AUTHORITY FOR THE
MAXIMUM BENEFIT OF ALL ALASKA MUNICIPALITIES.
WHEREAS, Article VIII, Section 1, Constitution of the State of Alaska, provides: It
is the policy of the State to encourage the settlement of its land and the development of
its resources by making them available for maximum use consistent with the public
interest; and
WHEREAS, Article VIII, Section 2, Constitution of the State of Alaska, provides:
The legislature shall provide for the utilization, development, and conservation of all
natural resources belonging to the State, including land and water, for the maximum
benefit of its people; and
WHEREAS, development of Alaska's natural gas reserves is of critical
importance to the financial well being of the State of Alaska and of its residents, and
every municipality; and
WHEREAS, public ownership of a natural gas pipeline offers substantial
advantages over private ownership including income from the pipeline operations being
exempt from federal taxation. Interest on bonds issued to finance pipeline construction
would be, to some extent, exempt from federal income tax; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Gasline Port Authority, which consists of the
municipalities of North Slope Borough, Fairbanks North Star Borough and City of
Valdez, formed for the purpose of building or causing to be built a natural gas pipeline
project from Alaska's North SlOpe south through Alaska to allow for the maximum
benefit of all Alaskans; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Gasline Port Authority has established, through' its
enabling ordinances, that the economic benefits and revenues of the Port Authority will
be shared with the North Slope producers, State of Alaska and all municipalities
throughout Alaska.
OF
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
~ Alaska, that:
Resolution
Page
Section 1:
The City of ~ Alaska. is in support of the development of Alaska's
gas througl~ utilization of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority.
Section 2:
The City of , Alaska, encourages the North Slope producers and
the Governor of Alaska to work with the Alaska Gasline Port Authority to utilize the tax
and other advantages of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority to the benefit of all Alaskans.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of
Alaska, this day of .. ,2001.
CITY OF
ALASKA
By:
Its: M~iyor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Resolution Page 2
Tony Knowles, Governor
Office of the Commissioner
P.O. Box 110800, Juneau, AK 99811-0800
Telephone: (907) 465-2500 · .Fax: (907) 465-5442 · TDD: (907) 465-5437
Email: questions@dced.state.ak.us · Website: www. dced.state.ak.us/
The Honorable John Williams
Mayor
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, AK 99611-7794
January 23,2001
RE: FY 01 SHARED FISHERIES BUSINESS TAX PAYMENT
FY 01 FISHERY RESOURCE LANDING TAX PAYMENT
Dear Mayor Williams:
I am pleased to provide you with the City of Kenai's FY 01 Shared Fisheries Business
Tax and Fishery Resource Landing Tax payments in the amount of $6,540.58.
Following is a breakout of your municipality's payments'
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Payment
Fishery Resource Landing Tax Payment
$6,261.33
$279.25
These payments must be used to help reduce the effect of fisheries business activities on
your municipality, which may include the expenses of any municipal service.
Should you have any questions regarding these payments, please call Bill Rolfzen,
Program Administrator, at 465-4733.
Sincerely,
Commissioner
"Promoting a healthy economy and strong communities"
CITY OF KE
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1~92
M emoranCtum
Date:
To:
From:
February 20, 2001
Mayor and Council
Richard A. Ross, City Manager .
Request for Purchase of Inlet Woods Lots
Attached is a request from Hall Quality Builders for purchase of 53 parcels in Inlet
Woods that have been declared not needed for a public purpose.
These lots were not previously offered in a public sale because the blocks involved do not
have full utilities, primarily electric and telephone.
In accordance with the provision of KMC 22.05.040, Hall Quality Builders is required to
pay for the costs associated with sale and appraisal. Proposed sale documents will be
drafted which will include all subdivision covenants that apply to the properties. Council
review of the proposed sale documents will be a publicly scheduled agenda item and
open for public comment.
The minimum bid for the sale will be the appraised value of the properties. The initiator
of the sale has the opportunity to meet the highest bid received.
Attachments
HALL QUALITY BUILDERS
RESIDENTIAL · COMMERCIAL ° APARTMENTS
P.O. BOX 2829, KENAI, ALASKA 99611 · (907) 283-7007
February 16~ 2000
City of Kenai
Arm: Kim Howard
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, AK 99611-7794
RECEIVED_ _
CITY OFKEN~'~i'-''~ ,,.:,
RE: Lots in Inlet Woods Subdivision
·
I would like to initiate a sale to purchase thc £olowing 53 parcels (as one sale) in Inlet
Woods Subdivision, Part One. Enclosed is a good faith deposit in the amount of
$3,000.00 to cover the expenses of the appraisal and the advertising that are required.
Block 9, Lots 1-12
Block 10, Lots 1-9; 11-14
Block 11, Lot 1-7 and Lots 9-11
Block 12, Lots 5-7; 9-15; 28-35
Sincerely, / ~
Clint Hall
Hall Quality Builders
1212 First Ave., Kcnai, AK 99611
(907)283-7007
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INFORMATION ITEMS
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 21,2001
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2/15/01 RR memorandum regarding refrigeration alternatives for the
multipurpose facility.
,
2/13/01 Public Works Department, Project Status Report.
,
City of Kenai 2000 Annual CLG Report.
e
2/15/01 Kenai River Special Management Area board Meeting Agenda and
minutes of 1 / 18 ! 01 meeting.
,
2001 Gaming Permit Application/A House of Prayer
,
2/12/01 Thank you letter from Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council,
Inc. for council's donation to Peninsula Winter Games.
.
Kenai Fire Department, 2000 Annual Report.
,
2/01 Resource Development Council, Inc., Resource Review.
CITY OF KENAi ~ '/
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
M emoranClum
Date:
To:
From:
February 15, 2001
Mayor and City Council
Richard A. Ross, City Manager
Refrigeration Alternative
Attached is a memorandum submitted by Mr. Frates and Mr. La Shot. This will be
placed on the March 1 ~t Parks and Recreation Commission agenda as a discussion item.
As you will note, the alternatives proposed represent a major investment in the facility.
The most costly alternative is also the one that provides the greatest flexibility in usage.
Attachment
CITY OF KENA!
"oa 4
KENAI PARKS & RECREATION
227 CAVIAR ST. KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-3855 / 907-283-7926
FAX 907-283-4675
KENAI
~1 Amer~ Gty
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Richard A. Ross, City Manager
Robert J. Frates, Parks & Recreation Directo~
Jack LaShot, Public Works Manager ~]~c-
January 18, 2001
Refrigeration Alternatives and Considerations
The most critical aspect of a project such as this is the conceptual planning stage. This
type of planning is imperative in order to achieve the most cost effective and long-term
facility possible, while at the same time serving the broad recreation needs of the
community. The ultimate question that begs to be answered involves knowing what the
long term function of the facility is projected to be.
This report will outline some basic refrigeration options along with relative cost
estimates. Also included are some important considerations that should be taken into
account while different alternatives are examined. The following areas were researched:
A®
Refrigeration systems.
Rink floor- asphalt, sand-base, concrete surfaces, and dasherboards.
Operating costs.
A. REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS
There are two types of systems used to extract heat from ice' industrial and commercial.
Industrial systems include high-grade equipment (pump, chiller, compressor,
condenser), and are typically installed for permanency, have much higher Construction
costs and include both direct and indirect refrigeration systems. Industrial systems have a
lifespan of approximately 30 or more years and are typically installed in conjunction with
a concrete floor, thus, achieving a multi-purpose rink floor that can be.exploited during
the off season.
Commercial systems on the other hand, include refrigeration equipmem (chiller,
compressor, brine pump, and condenser) that is less expensive and usually incorporates a
portable matt system to extract heat from ice. The portable matt is temporary in nature
and is typically installed in a sand-based surface or can rest on a Concrete slab. This
system has an estimated lifespan of 10-15 years and is less efficient'to operate. Storage
· for the matting is a major consideration and it is labor intensive to set-up and take-down
each season (3 days work for staff of 10).
Direct vs Indirect: Direct refrigeration employs one (1) primary liquid refrigerant
called R-22 (dichlorodifluouromethane) which is a type of fi'eon that absOrbs heat from
the ice by directly traversing approximately 10 miles of pipe. Indirect refrigeration
uses two (2) types of refrigerants, including' a primary liquid (1~-22 or R717 ammonia)
and a secondary liquid (calcium chloride, glycol, or other), called a brine. In this system,
the secondary brine is cooled by the primary in a heat exchanger and circulated back
through pipes evenly spaced below the ice.
Indirect systems have become the most preferred choice today due to the fact that the
hazardous refrigerants (R-22 or R717) are contained in a mechanical room and not
flowing through 10 miles of pipe. Direct systems, on the other hand, employ R-22
through nearly ten miles of pipe beneath the ice, thus, making leak potential greater,
detection-more difficult and repairs costly. For these reasons, a direct system is not
included in this report.
The Central Peninsula Sports Center convened over to an indirect system approximately
eleven years ago. Furthermore, the following facilities throughout Alaska also employ
indirect systems: Ft. Wainwright, McGlinchie, Dempsey 2, BenBoeke, O'malley Ice
Rink, Bonnie Cusack.
B. RINK FOOR AND DASHERBOARDS
Two options are available: concrete and sand-base. Asphalt is not a recommended
surface due to it's low heat transfer qualities. An industrial refrigeration system typically
involves a concrete ~urface, whereas, the tubing thr°ughout the rink is protected beneath
a slab of concrete. Concrete offers the advantage of a flat surface, thus, making it easy to
install and maintain ice. Due to the consistent end-to-end ice thickness of approximately
an inch and a quarter over a concrete slab, it becomes possible to operate much more
efficiently. A concrete slab also protects the nearly 10 miles of pipe. Lastly, concrete
provides a multi-use floor for other activities needing a hard surface, i.e., basketball,
skateboarding/bike riding, in-line hockey, etc.
A sand-base medium is often chosen in order to reduce the initial construction cost. A
permanent piping system may be installed and buried beneath the sand, or a portable matt
system can be placed on top of the sand. In either case, the sand surface may not be
Consistent from end-tO-end, and thus, the ice surface has to be built to accommodate the
highest point, making installation and maintenance more difficult. Permanent piping
would exclude other uses since protection for the pipes would not exist. A portable matt
~system, on the other hand, may be rolled up and stored out of the way thus allowing other
uses during the off-season. In this scenario, off-season use of the facility would only be
restricted, rather than excluded.
Moreover, if concrete is a consideration, this would be an appropriate time to discuss
dasherboards. The existing dasherboards would mostly likely have to be replaced at'-this
stage. New installation could include base plates and removable boards and posts, thus
allowing the option to remove panels for special activities.
C. OPERATING COSTS~.'.
Currently, the 12 month high for heating and electricity at the multi-purpose facility is
$213.93 and $1,546.40 respectfully. Water costs are currently $40.00 per month. One
would reason that if a mechanical room was added heat costs would go up accordingly.
Furthermore, a dependable refrigeration system coupled with a marketable program
would contribute to a longer season and increased use, and thus account for higher
electrical and maintenance cost. However, user fees could offset the additional expense.
Furthermore, the refrigeration unit would only be used during, ice installation and
throughout warming spells, otherwise the natural temperature would be used to maintain
ice. The Central Peninsula Sports Center spends approximately $9,000. to $10,000 per
month for utilities; however, much of this cost is directly related to heating a large facility
and continuous operation of' the refrigeration unit.
MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
COST ESTIMATE
Commercial System (labor included)
Indirect Refrigeration Equipment
Porta-matt
Mechanical Room - Temporary
Electrical
A/E Fees & Contingency
Total (Sand-Based)
Concrete Slab- 4" entire building
Total (Concrete)
$180,000
65,000
50,00O
30,000
$325,000
...... 80'000
$100,000
$405~000
$505,000
Industrial System (labor included.)
Indirect Refrigeration System
Mechanical
Electrical
6"Concrete Slab with Piping, Insulation, Vapor
Barrier, etc.
A/E Fees & Contingency
Total
Additional Elements - either system
New Dasher Boards
Additional Storage Building
Restmoms
A.C. Parking - (see estimate)
$250,000
100,000
4O,OOO
.250,000
640,000
$160,000
$ 80,000
50,000
70,000
90,000
$800,000
$290,000
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
Jack La Shot, Public Works Uanager~:~~
April 26, 2000
Paving Costs - Challenger & Multi-Purpose Facilities
, , , 11 ,
I had Wince, Cortheil, Bryson prepare a rough estimate to do the paving at the
referenced facilities. The attached drawing shows the area divided into possible
areas to pave based on which entity would pay the costs and best use of the
paving. The actual costs will vary, especially if we choose to do less than the
entire project. I based the percentages on the entire project.
Area 1
Area 5
Challenger Parking
Service Entrance
24% $30,627
7% 8,933
Total Challenger '$39,560
Area 2 MPF Parking 28% $ 35,731
Area 3 MPF Parking 31% 39,559
Area 4 Access Roacl 10% 12,76 !.
Total City $ 88,051
Grand Total $127,611
Possible future additions to both facilities will affect Areas No. 3 and No. 5o
Areas No. 1,2, & 4 would seem to benefit both parties the most with the least
loss when future additions are done.
JL/jet
Attachment
COST ESTIMATE
For
CHALLENGER & MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY
SITE PAVING
ITEM QUANTITY UNIT COST
~,$phalt Pavement 8645 SY $10.00/SY
Leveling Course 8813 SY 2.00/SY
Excavation 528 CY 10.00ICY
Adjust Manhole 1 Ea 250.00lEa
Adjust Valve Box 2 Ea 250.00lEa
Construction Total
Contingency (5%)
Design
Inspection
Total
COST
$86,450~00
7,626.00
5,280.00
250.00
500.00
$110, I O6.00
5,505.00
2,000.00
10,000.00
$127,611.00.
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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 / City Contact ProJeetName
STI)
a KK
1999 Water System
Improvements (WH 1 & 2 & PH)
Status
Zubeck, Inc.'s work is complete. IISCO is working
on controls. Final as-builts and O&M manuals
being prepared.
A MK Comprehensive Plan
$60,000 appropriated in Capital Project Fund. RFP
approved by Council.
A JL
Contaminated Soils - Shop
Report submitted to DEC.
· a KK
Cook/Mission/Upland
Intersection & Erik Hansen
Scout Park Parking
Design engineering being done. Waiting on
preliminary design to review with adjacent property
owners.
A JL
Daubenspeck Environmental
Site Assessment
Draft report has been reviewed. Pete Campbell is
revising.
A JL
Kenai AP ARFF/SRE Facility
Site Work
Site work is complete. Bid opening 3/7. Pre-bid
2/21.
A KK
Kenai Coastal Trail
Design Concept Reports are complete...City is
seeking funding. PND working on
environmental/permit process. Keith Kornelis
meeting with agencies 2/16/01.
A JL
Maintenance Shop
Preliminary plans and specifications complete.
a KK
Mission Avenue Sewer Line
Relocation
Jackson Construction has completed 94% of their
work. IISCO is working on lift station control panel.
A JL
Multi-Purpose Facility
Researching refrigeration systems and paving
costs. Work session 2/22/01.
Tuesday, February 13, 2001 Page 1 of 2
A/NC~/
tl~
A JL
city contact
Prejeet Name
New Kenai Health Center
Status
i
Building construction going well. Completion in
early summer.
a KK
STP Expansion/Planning Sewer
Flow/GIS Sewer Lines
Have received DEC Grant... Start late this winter.
a MK
Title 14 Review
Public hearing on sign code at Council on 2/21.
.
A KK
Title 17 Review and W & S
Regulations
Working with Larry...including utility service
guarantee. Completed revisions to W & S
regulations.
A JL
Underground Storage Tank-
Airport
ADEC has responded to report and is requiring
additional work.
a KK
WH 4
Received Coble's report on test wells. Abandoned
Lawton/Swires Site...Studying different
alternatives. Coble is doing an area ground water
study.
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. WCB working on
project...First public meeting was December 5,
2000. Second meeting 1/16/01.
StlP kk
DOT- Forest Drive/Redoubt
Foster Construction is shut down for the season
and DOT has taken over maintenance. Redoubt
mostly paved. Underground work complete.
STIP KK
DOT- Spur 10.6 - 22.0
DOT opened bids on 9/6/00. DOT agreed to
almost all of City's recommendations...Alaska
Roadbuilders was Iow bidder at $3,464,240 with
five bidders. Start construction 2001.
STIP KK
DOT- Unity Trail Pathway
Pedestrian/bike pathway along Kenai Spur from
MP 2.8 to 8.2. Anticipate advertising in February
2001. DOT is looking at installing culvert to cross
Beaver Creek. Keith Kornelis to meet with DOT
1/16/01 about TCP.
Tuesday, February 13, 2001
Page 2 of 2
CITY OF KENAI
2000 ANNUAL CLG REPORT
A. LOCAL PRESERVATION ORDINANCES:
Four ordinances passed by the Kenai City Council affected the local preservation
ordinance. Copies of the ordinances are attached. The following provides a brief
descriptiOn of these four ordinances'
· Ordinance No. 1866-2000~Created the Kenai Historic Commission. Adopted on
June 21, 2000. Effective July 21, 2000.
· Ordinance No. 1867-2000--~ended KMC 14.20.105 to eliminate the Townsite
Historic District Board (TSH) and transfer some of its duties to the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Adopted on June 21, 2000. Effective July 21, 2000.
· Ordinance No. 1887-2000--Eliminated the Kenai Historic Commission by repealing
Ordinance No. 1866-2000. Adopted November 15, 2000. Effective December 15,
2000.
Ordinance No. 1892-2000--Amended KMC 14.20.010 and 14.05.105 to assign the
duties of Historic Preservation to the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission.
Adopted December 20, 2000. Effective January 20, 2001.
2. There were no changes to the City of Kenai's Comprehensive Plan during 2000.
B. LOCAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OR BOARD:
1. Through the adoption of the above-noted ordinances, the makeup and responsibility of
the Historic District Board changed dramatically. At the start of 2000, the Board had
four members and three vacant seats. Board membership was as shown below:
Michael Huhndorf
Bill Kluge
Ethel Clausen
Emily DeForest
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
,
Joe Moore
Kenai Historic District Board
MEMBER
POSITION
Chair~Historian
Vice-Chair~Architect
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Council Person---Ad Hoc
In April 2000, the City filled the three vacant seats. With a full Board seated, the
membership was as follows'
Michael Huhndorf
Ethel Clausen
Emil DeForest
Gwen Preston
Joe Moore
Member
..
Member
Member
Member
Council Person--Ad Hoc
In July, the Kenai Historic District Board became the Kenai Historic Commission this
was the result of Ordinance No. 1866-2000. The membership remained as noted above.
At this same time, the Planning & Zoning Commission assumed duties previously held
by the Historic District Board. The new Kenai Historic Commission would advise the
Planning & Zoning Commission on historical issues as needed. The City of Kenai's
Planning and Zoning Commission membership is as follows:
Carl Glick
Ron Goecke
Barb Nord
Don Erwin
Mike Morse
Duane Bannock
POSITION
Vice-Chair
Commissioner
Commissioner
Council Person~Ad Hoc
Mr. Alan Boraas continues to remain available to the Board to fulfill the needs of the
archaeologist. Two former board members have agreed to provide professional
consulting advice to the Planning Commission in matters of historic preservation. Bill
Kluge will consult on architectural issues and Mike Huhndorf will address historical
issues.
2. Planning and Zoning Commissioners have not been asked to provide statements of
occupation and/or expertise.
3. The Historic District Board started the year with three vacancies. In April, three new
members were assigned to the Board resulting in a fully seated Board. The City Clerk
is responsible for the City's Boards and Commissions. Vacancies are advertised by word
of mouth, public information advertisements, and by mailing information to citizens
whom have served on various boards and committees in the past.
2000 Annual CLG Report
Page 2
4. During 2000, the Historic District Board meeting schedule changed from quarterly to
monthly when the Board became a Commission. During 2000, the following meetings
were held:
MEETING
Regular Meeting
Regular Meetin~
Work Session
Work Session & Regular Meeting
Special Meeting
Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting
Regular Meetinl~ .
DATE
January 17, 2000
January 24, 2000
April 3, 2000
April 17, 2000
June 14, 2000
August 21, 2000
September 18, 2000
October 16, 20.00
Copies of the minutes from these meetings are attached. On January 17th a quorum was
not established and the meeting was rescheduled for January 24th. At the special meeting
on June 14th, a quorum was not established and a work session was held. On September
18~, a quorum was not established and a brief work session was held. Again on October
16~, a quorum was not established and a brief work session was held.
After the adoption of Ordinance No. 1887-2000 that eliminated the Kenai Historic
Commission, no further meetings were held in 2000. The Planning and Zoning
Commission assumes responsibilities for preservation activities in January 2001.
5. The Board did not formally participate in any CLG training or conferences during 2000,
Board members Emily DeForest and Ethel Clausen attended the historic preservation
meeting in Anchorage on January 29th.
C. SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES:
Note: This information did not change during 2000.
In July 1996, Preservation North completed the survey of the Townsite Historic District,
which was funded through a CLG grant. The area surveyed was approximately 70 acres
and included 32 properties in the Townsite Historic District and 12 properties in the
adjacent area.
2. Thirty-two historic properties were surveyed. AHRS cards were completed for these
properties.
3. This was the first survey of historic properties for the City of Kenai. The survey
cataloged historic properties providing the City with information as to what properties
existed, their condition, owner, etc. This information will be used when revising or
preparing development guidelines for the historic district. For the properties surveyed,
there were 28 different property owners.
2000 Annual CLG Report Page 3
D. PRESERVATION PLANNING ACTIVITIES:
The City of Kenai's Preservation Plan was completed in 1998 and approved by Kenai
City Council Resolution No. 98-71.
E. NATIONAL REGISTER PROGRAM PARTICIPATION:
The CLG did not evaluate any properties for listing on the National Register of Historic
Properties during 1999.
F. PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES:
A special meeting was held on June 14th to review a development proposal submitted for
509 Overland Drive (Lot .4, Block 5, Original Townsite of Kenai). This property was
identified as 517 Overland Street, page 156, in the Kenai Townsite Historic District
Survey Report. The proposal was to demolish the structure and rebuild at the site. A
quorum was not established at the meeting; however, the members present voiced their
concerns.
Through the discussion, it was determined that this property had not been assigned an
AHRS number and held little historical significance. Board member Huhndorf noted he
had met with the applicant and didn't have any concerns about the proposal after that
meeting.
The Board's input was provided to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the project
was authorized to proceed.
G. PUBLIC EDUCATION PROJECTS:
During this year of transition, the Board never completed any projects. The Board had
planned to continue with their proposal to obtain a parcel of land for a museum site and
inventory historical items in the city. Due to the Board's inability to organize as a gr, oup,
this project never came to realization.
2. The walking tour project that was completed as a joint effort with the Kenai Visitor and
Cultural Center continues to be popular with tourists and local citizens. The City of
Kenai assisted the Visitors Center with funding to produce the brochures that are
provided to the public at no cost.
2000 Annual CLG Report Page 4
H. HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANT ACTIVITIES:
The City of Kenai did not apply for any CLG Historic Preservation Fund grants during
1999.
2. The City of Kenai did not apply for other (non-CLG) preservation grants.
I. OTHER PRESERVATION ACTIVITIES:
As has been noted in prior years' reports, the Shk'ituk't Village park proposal continues
to be a goal. The Shk'imk't Village sign (constructed in 1996 as part of a CLG grant) is
located at a parking area overlooking the mouth of the Kenai River. This site is a popular
area for people to view the mouth of the fiver. In past year's repons, it was noted that the
City was not taking any action on the park proposal awaiting the FAA's removal and
cleanup of the FAA antenna farm. The FAA has removed the structures from the site and
an environmental site assessment is being conducted.
In conjunction with revising the City's Comprehensive Plan, the City proposes to
conduct an economic development study for the properties located in this area. It is the
City's intention to recommend that an area be set aside for the park.
2000 Annual CLG Report
Page 5
/ Ik KENAI RIVER
~S~ial Management Area
"Working together_for the river"
II.
*** Meeting Agenda***
Thursday, February 15, 2001
7:00 p.m.
Kenai River Center
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Approval of 1/18/01 minutes
C. Agenda Changes and Approval
PUBLIC COMMENT
NEW BUSINESS
A. Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Light Penetrating Walkways, Mary
Price, USFWS (EPA funded grant)
B. Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring Project, Robert Ruffner, Kenai
Watershed Forum
IV.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Recreation Impact Study Committee Report, Ted Wellman
B. Update - River Terrace Laundromat Contamination and Cleanup, Rich
Sundet, ADEC
C. General Updates - Commercial Operators, Pending Permits, Suzanne
Fisler
V. PUBLIC COMMENT
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ADJOURNMENT
A. Board Comments
B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting
Kenai Area Office, Box 1247, $oldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-5581
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Box 850, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-4441
Alaltm Divtsion of Parka and Outdoor Recreation, Department of Natural ~~.es, in cooperation with the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
I®
KENAI RIVER SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA ADVISORY BoAR~ .-
Thursday, January 18, 2001 ,~' 'x~~'C A..
Kenai
River
Center
· . --
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
Jim H. Richardson called the meeting to order at 7:05pm
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/
Members present: JeffKing, Jim H. Richardson, Paul Shadura, Robin West,
Glenda Landau for Lance Trasky, Rick Wood, Chris Degemes, Charles
Quarre, Janette Cadieux, Bill Shuster, Deric Marcorelle, Tim Navarre, Brett
Huber.
Members Absent: Ted Wellman, Jim Golden, Rick Ross, and Ann Whitmore-
Painter.
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B. Approval of 11/16/00 minutes. The minutes were approved as written.
C' Agenda Changes and Approval. No changes were made. Due to weather
conditions Ted Wellman was not able to make the meeting. Jim
Richardson opened the meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT- None
IH. NEW BUSINESS
A. Kenai River Prehistory~ Dr. Doug Reger (EPA Funded grant)
Dr. Reger said he recently retired from the State Office of History and
Archaeology, where he worked as an archaeologist for 25 years. In those
many years of service he has done much research along the Kenai River
examining the prehistoric cultural use from Kenai Lake to the mouth. He
said it has been a fragmented research because of the availability of funding,
time, and people.to do the work. He was funded through the Kenai River
Center's EPA grants to help defray the cost of compiling all of the research
that has been going on for the past 25 years. Dr. Reger said Alan Boraas from
the Kenai Peninsula College has been doing research as well for many years,
and collectively, there has been a fair amount of information gathered about
the archaeology of the Kenai River.
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes - January 18, 2001
Page 1
This grant will give him an opporttmity to start pulling together some ideas of
what it all means and putting it all in one place that could serve a number of
different uses. It could assist regulatory agencies and permit processes such as
with Corps permits and different Fish & Game permits, etc. Federal permits
require consideration of the impacts on the cultural resource. If that
information was in a compendium or compilation it would be very useful for
the wildlife and forestry managers, or anyone working in regulatory along the
fiver.
Another usage that has not been addressed is coming up with an
understandable story of what has gone on in history that could be used for
tourism. Additionally, the native community has a strong interest. Some of
the areas where a large amount of data has been accumulated are in the
confluence of the Russian River and the Kenai River. This is an area that has
some of the longest record of human occupation. Dr. Reger said there are
sites there that may have been established 8,000- 10,000 years ago. At the
outlet of Skilak Lake there is a tremendous concentration of archaeological
sites. The Kachemak Riverine Culture is probably responsible for much of the
more recent use and occupation, starting about 2000 years ago. Dr. Reger said
he anticipates finishing a monograph in about a year with a summary chapter
that could be useful for general public use. The more detailed work will only
be available for official use due to laws in place that protect sensitive cultural
sites.
·
Robin asked what the earliest occupation might be. Dr, Reger said an
estimated age is 8,000- 10,000 years. There are 4 sites with tools
(microblade) that have been found to support this. He said that there is a site
at Hidden Lake that has to have been established after the ice left which would
have been 14,000 years ago.
Jeff asked how many sites have been found? Dr. Reger said he was unsure but
he estimated 150 to 200 sites are known. He said in the Kachemak period
there was probably a good sized population because there are some big sites
documented.
Jim asked if he has studied the trails or routes of travel on the land as
compared to the fiver itself. Dr. Reger said he has not but he realizes there
must have been extensive travel along both sides of the fiver.
Chris asked Dr. Reger whether this work will identify areas where more
research will be needed. He said most of the work done to this point has been
in relation to the highway re-routing in the Cooper Landing area or as pan
native claims, so clearly, much more work remains to be done.
Kenai Ri"ver Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes- January 18, 2001
Page 2
Phil North asked if the completed document will be scientific or will anyone
be able to read and. understand it. Dr. Reger said the summary should be
useful to anyone.
..
Jim asked what. the target date for completion would be. Dr. Reger said
January/Febm~ 2.002.
Janette asked if any of the Native groups have become involved as far as
funding and what will be published. Dr. Reger said the Kenai Native
Association has to a certain degree. The Kenaitze have been active wSrking
with Fish and Wildlife Service in the Russian River area. They have an
interpretive site near Russian and youth camps. He said CI~ has shown some
interest in.coming up with a research facility in the Russian River area. As
far. as putting up money to fund professional archaeology there has been none.
B. Election of Officers
MOTION:
SHADURA MADE THE MOTION TO RE~PO~ TED
WELLMAN AS PRES~E~. GLENDA LANDAU
SECONDED.
VOTE ON MOTION TO I~-APPOINT TED WELLMAN AS PRES~E~.
MOTION PASSED: UNANIMOUS WITHOUT OBJECTION.
MOTION:
SHADURA MADE THE MOTION TO NOMINATE JEFF
KING FOR VICE-RES~E~.
Jeff stated he did not want the appointment and suggested Brett Huber.
MOTION:
NAVARRE MADE THE MOTION TO NOMINATE
BRETT HUBER AS VICE-PI~SIDENT.
MARCORELLE SECONDED.
VOTE ON MOTION TO APPOINT BRETT HUBER.
MOTION PASSED'
YES' NAVARRE, WOOD, SHUSTER, LANDAU,
DEGERNES, MARCORELLE, KING,
RICHARDSON, CADIEUX, QUARKE, WEST
NO: SHAD~
The meeting was then tumed over to the new Vice-President, Brett Huber.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
Kenai Riv~'~"Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes - January 18, 2001
Page 3
A. Recreation Impact Committee Report, Chris Degernes
Chris provided an overall draft to the board members that was prepared following the
Tuesday committee meeting. Chris then went over the study background and objectives.
Chris said she had the opportunity to speak with Greg Brown of APU. He suggested
instead of just concentrating on an on-site survey with the 30K that maybe we could
stretch the dollars and do more. Greg suggested that we incorporate into the study GPS
units that would be placed into various boats to track their movements while on the fiver.
We could evaluate how or if there is a measurable difference in how private boaters,
rental boat users, or guides use the fiver. He is excited about a chance to look at the
dynmics on the fiver and is willing to incorporate it into one of his university programs.
Additionally, Greg suggested documenting activity at certain times and places with a
video camera to capture what type of behavior is oceun~ng. The third component of the
study would be an on-site exit survey of anglers at access sites. It is hoped to conduct the
study this summer between June and mid. September.
Chris reviewed a draft budget for this study. Utilizing graduate students and Park
Volunteers could stretch the funding. We would probably need one full time employee
and a pan time employee, plus a volunteer or tWo. Some of the jobs that will need to be
preformed include distribution and monitoring of the GPS units, downloading GPS data,
video recording, on-site survey work and data entry. One of the big unknowns for now is
that we don't know how much the GPS units will cost, and whether they would be
available via a lease or rental arrangement, or whether they'd have to be purchased.
Chris said the purpose for the draft plan is to provide Doug Vincent-Lang (ADF&G) with
enough information to get his approval so a Reimbursable Service Agreement can be
done. Once we have his approval, we can start completing work on the myriad of details
that need to be worked out. Another task is to develop the on-site survey questionnaire,
and develop some questions that we would like Doug Vincent-Lang to ask in the
statewide angler survey he plans for next fall.
There was discussion back and forth at this point in the meeting. It was then decided the
Recreation Impact Committee should meet a time or two before the next board meeting in
February to make a more detailed plan to present to the full board for approval. More
information is needed regarding GPS units to determine whether we can even afford to
conduct this pan of the study. Then the approval from Doug Vincent-Lang could be
sought so appropriate funding documents could be ready by mid-April.
B. Commercial Operators Committee Update, Suzanne Fisler
Suzanne presented a copy of this year's Kenai River Guide letter scheduled to go out in
the mail on January 24~. The letter contains the dates for orientation, which is mandatory
for all guides this year. A new item in the letter is the DMV boat registration. The Coast
Guard will no longer have involvement in boat registration. Suzanne said this year she
took the time to have the US Forest Service, Fish & Wildlife Service, Fish & Wildlife
Protection and Fish & Game review letter to make sure all of the important facts were
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes - January 18, 2001
Page 4
included. Suzanne said she is ready to register guides now. She said there will be a
commercial operators committee meeting next month before the February board meeting
to talk about use repons.
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C..Quartz Creek Gravel Pit Reclamation Update, Suzanne Fisler
·
Good newsi There are fish in the outlet creek of the gravel pit Pond. Suzanne said there
was concern that the lake and creek would not' function as planned. Suzanne said she
went out to the site with Glenda Landau and Carol Sanner (biologist with DOT ·
Environmental Section). This past fall, the lake level was lowered artificially so that the
dam could be removed. There was a fear that that if the dam should break, the rush of
lake water could possibly take out the highway or culverts. The lake has slowly filled
from the seep of ground water, and additional ground water is keeping the creek flowing.
The main reason to check the lake is the Corps permit requires that DOT checks to make
sure there will be viable rearing habitat for fish. Suzanne said the fish trapping results
showed 1 chinook, 32 coho, 13 rainbow and 2 dolly varden in the second step pool. She
said the fish were all different sizes. Suzanne said they will be checking the area again
on February 2~a.
Suzanne said there are a few compliance problems with the contractor leaving barrels,
etc. on site but DOT has notified the contractor to take care of it. There will also be work
on a revegetation project in this area this summer. ..
...
V. PUBLIC COMMENT
<
John Czamezld introduced himself to the board as a new staff member of the Kenai River
Center working for the Kenai Peninsula Borough Habitat Protection Ordinance and the
additional stream that were adopted by the Borough in May. He offered his assistance to
the Board, should it be needed.
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ADJOURNMENT
A. Board Comments
Bill' Chugach Electric was granted an extension for work at the power station. Glenda
asked if the water levels being dropped have caused any scouring? Bill said he did not
know as he did not check that. He said theY are just bypassing the power station.
Janette asked if there was anything going on for Cooper Creek. Bill said CEA has not
stated when they will start the relicensing process.
Paul' no comment.
Glenda: Lance asked her to relay that he was recently in touch with Dr. Steven Maynard
who is working on drafting a report from the Boat Wake Study. Lance is expecting to
see a draft of that by the end of January. He will circulate it to staff at F&G, Parks and
USGS.' If it is polished enough he will make copies available to the board. Chris asked
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes- January 18, 2001
Page 5
Glenda to relay a concem that a plan needed to be in place to release it to the public so
that it can be explained and interpreted correctly. Chris suggested a teleconference with
Dr. Maynard at the February or March meeting. Brett would like to see the draft
available at least to the board members who have been a part of the process instead of just
agency releases. Jeff said that through the whole process credibility was a high priority
and he is not sure if it should be released to just agency people. Chris said it is common
practice to conduct a peer review to ensure the science is sound, before the study is
considered final.
Glenda said Lance's second message was to advise the board members he has been
talking to. Gordon Nelson of USGS about plans they have for fitnher studies on effects of
boat wakes. N'o.~ding is currently available, but they do intend to conduct more work
on the river.
Charles: no comment.
Robin: asked Suzanne if the proposed Unity trail along the Warren Ames bridge will
affect KRSMA. Suzanne explained when the work was done on the Spur Highway a few
years ago they put in a trail from Soldotna to Kenai. As they built the K Beach side this
past summer they put a foot path along the road. This project will connect the two. Right
now the contractor for DOT is collecting agency and public input. No specific design is
available yet, but it is presumed that it will require a permit from Parks as it passes
through KR.SMA land and over the fiver. Once plans are developed, they will be
brought before the Board.
Robin also commented that about one and a half years ago FWS printed a proposed role
on the federal register to close two areas to the use of lead fishing weights. One proposed
area was the Swan Lake canoe system and the other is the section of the fiver below
Skilak Lake where the motor restrictions for the swans occurs. There was not a lot of
controversy locally but for whatever reason it did not get published nationally so the
word is it will not happen this year.
Janette' no comment.
Chris' no comment.
Jim: He thanked the Kenai River Center for providing this excellent facility for the
meetings. Jim asked Bill whether Chugach Electric ha~ evaluated the Kenai Lake
sediments for the. presence of PCB contamination. Bill has not heard anything new at this
point.
Jeff.' no comment.
Brett: Ken Lancaster plans to introduce a bill authorizing the Kenai River lands
additions.
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes - January 18, 2001
Page 6
Tim: Will be attending a meeting on February 5'h at the KRC for the funding sOurces for
the water quality studies. He may have a report on that in February.
Deric: no comment.
Kick: no comment.
B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting
February 15a at the Kenai River Center.
Adjourned at 9pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Denise Dutile, Recording Secretary for the
Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Minutes - January 18, 2001
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KEN INSULA
February 12, 2001
Carol Freas
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave.. Ste
Kenai, AK 99611-7794
Dear Carol,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for sponsoring the 24th Annual Peninsula Winter Games.
Thanks to your contribution the event was a huge success. Over 450 buttons were sold to participating
children and there were hundreds more without buttons. The games have been around for a long time, but
this year's was by far the best. Just the awareness ofthis year's event was huge and on top of that we were
able to add new events such as ice sculpting, a bowling tournament, a kids billiards tournament, and a
service organization broomball tournament. In addition to all of the events, we served four meals for
families throughout the weekend. Food and fun was had by all, and that is a direct result of your generosity
as a sponsor.
The only cost for a child's participation in the Peninsula Winter Games is a $3.00 button that gets them into
all events and food functions, a free T-shirt and gets them free' stuff at more than a dozen businesses around
town, That revenue does not cover the cost of the food. Everything else we do is what your sponsorship
rhoney ~goes towards. This includes things like ice time for the hockey toumarnent, medals and trophies for
every single event, prizes for many of the events, the children's carnival, horse sleigh fides and much more.
Because of your generosity, hundreds of kids in the community were able to participate in dozens of
activities that they normally may not have been able to.
We appreciate your generosity and aside from these letters and sponsor packets, we like to express our
appreciation to you in all of our ads for the Games. Thanks to the generosity of the Anchorage Daily
News, the Peninsula Clarion and Alaska Dodge Dealers we were able to run a significant print ad campaign
during the month of January. Two-thirds page ads ran in the Anchorage Daily News on January 4, 9, 11,
16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30 and February 1st. The same size ad ran in the Peninsula Clarion on January 19,
21, 23, 26, 28, 30 and February 2nd. As a sponsor you were included in some or all of the advertising
placed. As an event coordinator we strive to make sure that each sponsor gets all of the recognition they
deserve and I have included samples of the ads placed.
City of Kenai is always a key contributor to the success of any event on the Kenai Peninsula and once again
that generous community spirit has led to a successful event. Again, we appreciate your support and
cooperation on this event and we look forward to having you as a sponsor of the 25th Annual Peninsula
Winter Games February 1 st, 2nd, and 3rd in 2002.
Respectfully,
Myra Arbelovsky
Distribution Manger
Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council
Enclosure (1)
phone (907) 283-3850
fax (907) 283-2838
e-mail info@kenaipeninsula.org
150 North Willow, Suite 42
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Kena F re Department
Annual Report
105 S. Willow Street, Kenai, Alaska 99611
Special Interest for 2000: -
· ~ent Activity Sunmm~ ]"
- Developmeats During 2000
. KFD Year 000 Activity Summary
Individual Highlights:
Bureau of Fire Prevention
Summaly
Training Summary
Chief 4
Assistant Chief &
Fire Marshal 5
Administxative Asst. 6
Captak~ 7
Engineers ?
Firefighters/Pm-amedics 8
Manning Chart 9
10-yr History: EMS 10
10-yr History:. Fire 10
10-yr History: Combined 11
Dollar Loss Comparison 11
Response by Dis~ct 12
Classification of Alarms 13
Fire Causes 14
Alarms: Day of Week 15
Apparatus Retxm 16-17
Hose Report 18
~ Stat Sheet 19
Responsibility.: The
Department is respomble
for fire protection, EMS,
hazmat response, related
emergencies within the
Kenai City Limits and Kenai
Mutfi~~ Airport, as well as
non-emergency functions
including fire investigations,
code enforcement,
inspections, and fire
prevention programs in the
community, local schools,
and daycares
Staff: Staff consists of
fifteen uniformed personnel
and one administrative
assistant, proving around
the clock emergency services
for the citizens of Kenai.
Resources: The Depamnent
operates a 95-~. aerial
platform, three triple
combination Class A
pumpers, two Oshkosh
aircraft rescue fire fighting
truck, two ALS ambulances,
one rescue squad truck, a
command vehicle and a staff
vehicle.
a total of 760 emergency
responses: 192 fire calls,
including 6 responses to the
airport, and 568 EMS
responses. Of the 568 EMS
responses, 390 patients were
tran~rted. The City billed
for these calls and projects
collecting 5;95,000.
..Inmr~ Ratina: The City
ISO Rating remains at a
Class 3. Recent additions of
equipmem and enhancement
of the City water system
should improve the rating in
future evaluations.
Developments During 2000
~Hired and R.etired~ Local
resident Sam Satathite was
hired to fill a vacant
fir~ghter position. Chief
Jason Elson retired after 23
years of service. Assistant
Chief Scott Walden was
designated Acting Fire
~ ResponseA Design of
an Airport warm storage/fire
station building continued in
2000. Emergency lights
were installed at the
intersection of Moin St
Loop and Willow Street to
create safer access to the
airport during emergencies.
The lights have been used
daily for all emergency
responses. There were 2,019
airport standbys between
April 20 and November 30
for a total of 2,523 man-
hours.
Fire Deaths_: There was one
fire death in Kenai in 2000.
(smoking/alcohol related).
:t-Year, Run Compa~'~
199.___~8 199__._~9 2~
FIRE 205 235 186
EMS 542 537 568
ARFF 3 2 6
TOT. 747 772
,3-Year Dollar Loss:
.!.99.8 $116,775
199___..~9 $339,175
2000 $138,450
760
Bureau of Fire Prevention
"Change your smoke
detector batte~, twice per
Year 2000 Inspection & Burn Permit Summary
There were a total of 361
commercial occupancies,
government buildings,
churches, day cares and
apartment/motel complexes
on file during 2000.
A total of 171 fire and life
saf~ inspections were
completed this year with
subsequent follow-up
inspections conducted for
compliance.. There were a
total of 60 notices of
violation issued and 150
deficiencies were corrected.
The Bureau invested
approximately 173 man-
hours in inspections, 278
man-hours in Public
Education, 39 man-hours in
fire investigations and 31
man-hours in plan revi~.
Approximately 359 Bum
Permits were issued, up from
249 in 1999. Ofthese, 96
were issued specifi~ for
clearing private property,
resulting in an estimated 24
acres of additional beetle
killed spruce being removed
by landowners. These 96
permits were activated a total
of 155 times in 2000.
The Bureau received 23 fire
and life safety related
complaints requiring action
by the offi~.
A total of 18 plan reviews
were conducted for code
compliance in cooperation
with the City Building
Official.
investigation & Public Education Summary
The Fire Safety House was
used at local schools, pre-
schools, day cares and the
Home Show.
Fire prevention programs
were provided for all age
groups, targeting K- 5th
grades.
Our Prevention Team spoke
with a total audience of
1,502 during 67 classes, gave
33 station tours to 488
students.
The Bureau was responsible
for spearheading the
Firewise Program in Kenai.
Several hundred acres were
cleared of spruce beetle
killed trees. Many home
visits were conducted in
neighborhoods to explain the
program.
The "Firefighter Friday"
radio show ended after over
5 years on the air, when the
radio station was sold. We
will continue to search for
another radio station willing
to provide airtime for this
valuable program.
Fire Investigation Summary
Investigation Comparison: Suspicious Fires:
1998 24 1998 9
1999 16 1999 4
2000 11 2000 6
Replace detectors that are
ten years old or older
Contact the Bureau of Fire
Prevention about our
"Smoke Detector Give Away
Program ".
.
Training Division
I I I'1 I , I' I _1 _
Year 2000 T
Personnel participated in
4,067 hours of practical fire
training and 1,215 hours of
classroom fire training for a
total of 5,282 hours.
Personnel participated in
97~.~ hours of practical
EMS training and 1,163.5
hours of classroom EMS
training for a total of 2,139
hours of EMS tmimng.
Personnel participated in 933
hours of practical Aircraft
Rescue Fire Fighting
(ARFF) training and 753
hours of ARFF classroom
training for a total of 1,686
hours of Airport rclatcxl
training.
raining Summary
Classroom and practical
training occur daily.
Formal training in assigned
subjects includes
Professional Rescuer CPR
m-certification, Pediatric
Advanced Life Support,
Advanced Cardiac Life
Support, EMT I, II, & ITl
courses, Infectious Disease
Control, H~?~rdous
Materials Operations Level,
and AircraR Rescue Fire
Fightiag, fire investigations
and records management.
Thc majority of this training
is rcq~ to comply with
Federal and State mandates,
and to maintain required
cctfificationso
Training Developments in 2000
Two personnel per year
attend the "Fundamentals of
Supervision" course at the
Kenai Peninsula College.
At least one person attends
the "Anatomy and
Physiology" course at KPC
per year. This is a pre-
requisite course to be eligible
for acceptance into a
Nationally recognized
paramedic training program.
The DepmUnent represents
the City and Airport each
year at the American
Association of Airport
Executives "Emergency
Response Management
'raining Program" and
"Airpon Response School".
This program provides a
week of direct contact with
other ARFF personnel from
across the Nation and with
FAA Safety Managers to
disctm federal regulations
and comment on proposed
standards for ARFF
providers.
The Department uses
National Fire Academy
(NFA) programs for hard to
get training. The NFA
reimburses travel 100-
percent, and provides food
and lodging for students at a
rate of under $190 for each
two-week course.
The Training Division works
closely with management of
PRISM to get Department
personnel into their courses
as often as possible.
Six personnel received
training at Ft. Richardson in
Advanc~ Auto Extrication
Techniques.
The Training Division
continues to work closely
with the Bureau of Fire
Prevention to provide EMS,
Fire and Rescue
demonstrations to the public
during Fire Prevention Week
(October) and EMS Week
(May).
Kenai Fire Department Personnel
Fire Chief
"Chief EIson retired
November 30, 2000 after
over 23 years of service to
the City."
This position has full
authority and responsibility
for general supervision of all
officers, members and
employees of the
Department and management
of all Depamn~t activities;
is the chief ex~mive officer
of the Department, subject to
provisions of the City
Charter, ordinances, or
directives of the City
Manager.
The Chief directs all facets
of the department in a
manner that best insures the
safety of life and prol~rty
within the City, is
responsible for all laws and
ordinances pertaining to fire
safety; sees that roles and
regulations of the department
are properly enforced;
msi'nmins a direct, active
interest in Department
affairs; causes aconate
records to be kept of all
business transacted by the
delmmnent; is responsible
for preparing reports
including an annual
estimated budget of funds
required to properly operate
and maintain deparUnent
functions; has command at
all fires and over departmem
facilities and resources; has
the authority to prescribe
additional duties and special
orders on matters not
specifically covered in roles
and regulations or job
descriptions; and shall see
that adequate training
facilities are provided and all
deparunent members are
thoroughly tmine~ to
properly perform .their
duties.
Jason A. Elson - Date of Hire' September 1. 4, 1977
Chief Elson retired
November 30, 2000 after
over 23 years of service to
the City.
He created an atmosphere of
tradition and family with~
the department, and provided
leadership and direction..
He was insmmaental in
developing training
standards across the State,
co-founded the Alaska Assn.
Of Fire and Arson
Investigators and the Public
Education Assn.
He continues to be involved
in various associations in the
State, sitting as Chair of the
EMS Board and promoting
training standards for the
Personnel - continued
Page 5 of 8
,,,
Assistant Fire Chief
Scott A. Walden - Date of Hire' July 15, 1985
Under limited supervision,
this position is the 3,0
supervisory level in the
department, respons~le for
planning and coordinating a
full range of fire suppression
and rescue functions and
related administrative tasks.
Many different and unrelated
processes are revolved
including supenrision,
proou~ment, and report
preparation and incident
command.
Considerable knowledge of
adminisUative and training
techniques, operation of fire
Contacts are primarily with
citizen groups, vendors,
business owners, state and
local officials.
The Assistant Chief is
responsible for planning and
coordinating department
functions.
The work environment
involves high risk and
requires considerable
strenuous physical exertion
in fighting fires and
pe~orming other emergency
Fire Marshal
James Baisden -'Date of Hire' April 27, 1998
Under general direction of
the Chief, plans,
coordinates, directs and
participates in fire
prevention activities, and is
the 2~a supervisory level in
the department.
Oversees a full range of fire
suppression and rescue
functions.
Work involves building
inspections, design of
prevention plans, building
investigations,
administrative work, and
active participation in fire
suppression and rescue
~mafions.
Must adapt existing policies
to specific situations as they
Contacts are primarily
citizens, building owners,
state and local officials and
others to promote fire
Work environment involves
considerable ~uous
physical exertion in fire and
EMS emergencies.
"Exit drills save lives-
know two ways out/."
!' Page6of8 {
Personnel - continued
"... CPR, 1 ~t A id. blood
pressure checks,
accounting, budget
tracking.....
Administrative Assistant
Lori Holleman - Date of Hire' July l, 1996..
Under general direction of
the Chief, this position
receives all citizens,
channels phone calls,
business, and mail to the
proper officer, mai__'n~_ains
internal accounting system,
including accounts payable,
purchase orders, petty cash,
personnel timesheets, budget
acco~m and tr'an~ers;
assists in maintaining
deparUnent supplies,
verifying quantities received,
extensions and
department files, records,
mail lists, manuals and
indexes; prepares
admini~e
correspondence and reports
regarding budget, personnel
and general administration;
issues and maintains records
of burn and hydrant permits,
chimney brush loans;
provides blood pressure
checks for the public; is
c, ertifi~ in CPR and 1'~ Aid;
is versed in radio use to
assist dispatch in disaster
situations; and maintains
qualifications in Emergency
Medical Dispatch card
system.
Administrative Developments
Fire Marshal Baisden is a
current Board member of
the Alaska Association of
Fire' and Arson
Investigators.
He has technical expertise
in computer maintenance
and programming and has
record keeping programs for
the Department.
Administrative Assistant
Holleman is continuing her
studies with the American
Records Management
Association. She will have
completed the two-year
course of study through that
organization by the end of
2001, and will be Nationally
certified at the upper level
of records management
She has also become
certified in emergency
communications, and is now
able to assist dispatch in
disaster situations.
Personnel - continued
FIRE CAPTAIN
This position, under general
supervision, is the 1'~ supervisory
level in the department, overseeing a
full range of fire suppression and
EMS functions.
Duties include supervising fire and
Captain William Furlong
Date of Hire:
August 16, 1978
EMT H
EMS emergencies; participating in
public education programs; preparing
pre-fire plans;and adap~g existing
policies to specific situations as they
arise; dealing with the public; and
planning and coordinating work
details.
Captain Walter Willia~nson
Date of Hire:
April 25, 1977
EMT III
Working knowledge of ~ghting,
opera~g apparatus and rescue
methods is required.
Work environment involves high risk
and requires considerable physical
exertion in fires and other .
emergencies.
Captain k[ichael Tilly
Date of Hire:
September 5, 1990
Paramedic
IRE ENGINEER
This position, under general
supervision, is respomible
for driving and operating all
equipment, in emergency
and non-emergency
situations.
Duties include emergency
response; public education;
Engineer John l~[~?chman
Date of Hire:
July I, 1993
Paramedic
making decisions ~n
emergencies; and knowledge
of fire and rescue methods.
Contacts are primarily with
the public.
The work environment
involves high risk and
requires considerable
physical exertion in fire and
other emergencies.
This position may be
requital to perform the
duties of a Captain in some
instances.
Engineer Eric Wilcox
Date of Hire:
December 1, 1990
Paramedic
Engineer James Dye
Date of ltire:
July 17, 1995
EMT III
Under cominued
supervision, this
position is the entry
level in the
department,
performing a full
range of fire
suppression and EMS
duties.
Duties include public
education; fire and
rescue emergencies;
selecting appropriate
procedures per
emergency; and
knowledge of
firefighting and
rescue methods.
Contacts are primarily
with the public.
The work
environment involves
high risk and requires
strenuous physical
exertion during
emergencies.
I IJl Ill II II I L
As of January 5, 2001,
Jason Diorec is
attending Paramedic
school in Colorado, at
his own expense.
Several other
department personnel
are studying to be
accepted. This program
should result in at least
3 more personnel
becoming licensed as
Paramedics over the
next 3 years.
Firefighter Jason Diorec
Date of Hire:
August 12, 1996
EMT III
Firefighter Greg Coofi'
Date of Hire:
June 30, 1997
EI~.IT III
Firefighter Anthony Prior
Date of Hire:
Septentber., ~ 1997
EMT III
Firefighter Mark Anderson
Date of Hire:
Septemberl, 1999
EMT H
Firefighter John Harris
Date of Hire:
September 1, 1999
Ek~ II
Paramedics- (3 currently on stafJ)
Firefighter Sam Satathite
Date of[lire:
Janua~., 24, 2000
F3.1T II
This is a non-promotional, highly skilled rotating shift assignment. In addition to duties
performed in each rank, employees certified as paramedics respond to provide efficient,
immediate care to the critically ill or injured.
Under supervision of a licensed physician, the param~c administers medications, IV's,
interprets cardiac arrhythmias and administers electrical counter shock, makes initial medical
observations and reports same to physicians, keeps physician updated on changes in patient
conditions, maintains acawate records and reports vital information to emergency room
personnel when patients are transf~ to their care. Requirements include: Advanced
Cardiac Life Support certification, State of Alaska Paramedic certification and certification by.
the Alaska State Board of Medical examiners.
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Kenai Fire Department
Manning Chart
Administrative Assistant
Lori Holleman (7)
FIRE CHIEF
Jason A. Elson (22)
Assistant Fire Chief
ScottA. Walden (18)
Haz-Mat .Response
Operations
Division of ' '
Fire/~
Fire Marshal
James C. Baisden (17)
prevemion
Education
EMS
Investigations
A-SBIFF
Maintenance/Training
Captain
Michael (16)
B-S~T
Hose
Captain
Walter Williarnson (16)
C-S~IFT
Hydrants
Captain
William
Engineer
James (15)
Engineer
John Wichman (15)
Engineer
Eric Wilcox (15)
Firefighter
Jason Diorec (13)
] Firefighter I
Firefighter
Anthony Prior (13)
Firefighter
Mark ~nderson (13)
Firefighter
(i~)
Firefighter
Sam Satathite (13)
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100
EMS CALLS
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
YEARS
FIRE CALLS
1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2(XX)
Y~.RS
-lO-
100
TEN YEAR HISTORY- Total Call Volume
1991
1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 lg~8 1999 2(XX)
YEARS
Five Year Dollar Loss
10OO00
1996
1997
1996
Year
1999
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2000 EMERGENCY RESPONSFS
BY DIST, RICTS
District # # of ,Fire Calls ,& Percent # of EMS Calls-Percent
1 25 13% 135 24%
2 68 35% 262 46%
3 41 21% 123 21%
4 13 7% 11 2%
C.P.G.H.
36 6%
OUT of Jurisdiction 45
24°/_0 1 1%
TOTAL CALLS 192 100% 568 100%
DISTRICTS DEFINED AS:
District #1, refers to the area west of Birch Street, to the City limits.
District #2, refers to the downtown area, between Walker Lane and Spruce Street.
District #3, refers to the area East of Walker Lane to the City limits.
District ¢N, refers to the area south of Ames Bridge.
Out of Jurisdiction refers to calls originating outside of the City limits.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSES
~ , ,
FOR 200O
The Department responded to 568 EMS alarms, providing emergency medical care and
transportation to 390 patients. Of the 568 alarms, 198 resulted in no transport.
Of the 390 patients, 97 were murine transports to the hospital, airport or residences.
There were 37 responses made outside of our jurisdiction, of these 36 were to the
hospital for routine transports.
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KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT
ANNUAL REPORT- FIVE YEAR COMPARISON
':LASSIFICATION OF ALARMS
I 2000 I 1999 11998 ! 1997 ] 1996 I
IIIII __
Structural 11 18 16 19 23
Out Buildings ' ' ' 0 ' '3 1 3 ..... 3'-
Bru~ih or Grass ..... 8 15 " 11 ...... ~ 3 ' 21
Forest ....... 0 ' 0 0 "' 0' ' 0
Dum ste"~-~ .....0 0 2 4 3
Vehicles 10 20 15 10 19
Hazardous Materials ...... 2_.___...~ '2~7 2__._.~3 ' 1...__.~1 O-
Alarm Malfunction 14 26 20 19 27
Good Intent --- 2~ 2--"-'---~ 2---'--"--~ 3-'------~- 1--'--"---~
Rescue Asst. 4~ 46 48 46 63
Mutual/Auto Ai-"~'8'--~ 3---'---"-~ 4'---'--'~3--"----"~4----'-'~ 3'--~
Miscellaneous ~ 10 ~ ~2 1~0 1._~9
Rescue
Routine Trans orr
Good Intont
Mutual Aid
512
10
41
3
2
5O3
0
0
510
4
27
0
1
498
3
38
0
4
559
2
38
0
1
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;AUSES OF FIRES
KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT
ANNUAL REPORT- THREE YEAR COMPARISON
998 ! 1998
Buildings & Mobile Homes
Chimney,s, Soot, Fl,ues' 0 $0.00 3 $5,100.00 2 $~,500
Sparks .... 0 $0.00 , 0 ,$0.00 .0 $0
Defective Heaters ...... 0 , , $0.00 0 $0.00 0
Combustibles Near Heaters , 0, $0.00 2 $100.00 0 $0
Open Lights, Flames , 1 .... $500.00 I ,, $0.00 I $2;000
Hot Ashes ..... 0 $0.00 ,,I ,, $500.,00 0 .... $0
:Oil b,umers/Fu,m, aces , , I ,, $0.00 , , ,1 $9,5,000.00 0 ,,
~areless S ,moking .... 2 $117.9,00.00 0 $0.00 I $15,000
Children V~r~th Matches .... ,1 ,$250:00 .... 0 ,,,$0.00 , 2 , $50,000
Camle.~ Use Of Matohes ..,0 ,, $0.00 .... 0 , $0:00 0 ,,.$0
Defective Electrical Wiring ..... 1 .... $150.00 ,,0, , , $0.00 I $0
, ,,
Applian~.,s & Motors/Elec. 1 , , $0.00 .I , ,$300.00 3 $8.550
Flammable,liquids. , , , 1 $0.00 , ,0 , ,$0.00 ,,1, , ,$1,500
C°°kingAppliances , ! , $0.00 ,,,6 $185,450.00 5, $525
Rekindle .... 0 ,, ,$0, .00 ,0,, $0,.00 0 ., , $0
Spontaneous Ignition , ,,0 , $0.00 0 $0.00 0 $0
Fireworks _.__~0 _ $0.00.___~0 ~ $0.00 ....._.~0 ___._ $0
~Tools (Cutting, Welding) ~ $0.0~0 ~ $0.00
Incendiary ~2 $11,000.0~0 ~ $0.0~0 ~ $~0
Misc. Known Causes ~_ $0.00. ~ $0.0~0 ~ $~0
~Suspi~ous 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 0 $0
Unknown _ ~___._. $0.0~0 ~3 $25,000.0~0
otal Fires & Losses
$129,800.00 $311,450.00 $100,076
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KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT
ANNUAL REPORT
ALARMS BY DAY OF WEEK
YEAR' 2000
= 713 13 11 6 5. 13 68
- , , i _ ' ...... ' ' ' ' ' , 11 __
Februa 6 5 9 12 5 3 12 $2.
~~ __._~3 10 7 7 8 4 7 46
A dl ~~
I==~,j~==,,~,,~=_ 3 2 ._..._~5 .__.__~7 ._...~_0 ~8 1.___..~0 3.___.._~5
Ma)/,, ....... 9 , 5 9 9 15 7 8 62
J un~e~ 5 13 6 6 7 14 5 56
.
ust==,~,~,~~ ~~ ~9 1_.___~_2 1~2 1..__._~.5- 14 76
Se tember ~ __~__
~ 8 12 8 8 7 16 9 68
October 7 20 11 11 9 6 13 77
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SQUAD #1
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CITY OF KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT
YEAR-END MAINTENANCE AND MILEAGE STATEMENT
JANUARY 1,2000 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2000
1980 Chevrolet One-Ton Truck (Removed from service)
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
.0
.0
.0
1995 Chevrolet Caprice
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
17,282.0
20,529.0
3,247.0
1984 Chevrolet Blazer
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
85,988.0
91,521.0
5,533.0
1988 Ford, Modular Ambulance
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
74,518.4
81,381.0
6,862.6
1996 Freightliner FL50, Ambulance
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
27,136.1
32,325.0
5,188.9
1998 Emergency One, Triple Combination Pumper (put into service
11-17-98
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
6,800.!
8,750.0,
1,949.9
-[6-
ENGINE #2
ENGINE #3
1983 Spartan Emergency One, Pumper-Tanker
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
1995 Emergency One, Pumper-Tanker
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
17,120.0
17,667.0
547.0
12,824.0
14,512.0
1,688.0
ENGINE
1982 Oshkosh T-6, Airport Crash Engine
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
1,770.7
2,121.0
350.3
ENGINE #5
TOWER #1
1992 Oshkosh T-6, Airport Crash Engine
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
1993 Emergency One, Aerial
Beginning Mileage
Ending Mileage
Miles Traveled
4,909.2
7,099.0
2,189.8
9,685.0
10,690.0
1,005.0
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1998 Annual Hose Report
During the year 2000 the Fire Department purchased an additional 1,000 feet of
forestry hose. The new hose was tested and put in service. All hose was tested
marked with the year put in service.
The following hose passed service testing in 2000'
100 Sections of 1.75" hose =
126 Sections of 3" hose =
30 Sections of 5" hose =
25 Sections of Forestry hose =
11 Sections of 5" 25 ft. water=
TOTAL:
5,000 feet
6,300 feet
3,000 feet
2,500 feet
275 feet
17,075 feet
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2000 Ememency Medical Services
Ambulance Statistic Fact Sheet
The following statistics are based upon the actual number of runs from the Kenai Fire
Department. The period in review starts January 1,2000 through December 31,2000.~...
Total Number of Runs to Date'
Total Number of Patients Transported'
Total Number Transported as "Code Red":
Total Number of "Non-Critical" Transports-
Total Number of Routine Transports'
568
39O
19
274
97
The following statistics are for residency information purposes:
Total Number of "Kenai Residents:
Total Number of "Alaska Residents-
Total Number of "U.S. Residents:
Total Number of "Foreign Residents:
Total Number of "Unknowns"
198
143
11
0
38
The following statistics on specific age groups of patients treated'
Ages 0-1: 15
Ages 2-4: 13
Ages 5-14: 25
Ages 15-18: 36
Ages 19-64: 341
Age 65+ 115
The following statistics are on use of emergency vehicles for transportation in the above
runs:
Number of Times the Ground Ambulance was Used' 390
Number of Other Agency Ambulance Used' 2
Other: 0
The following statistics are broken down into the specific districts served-
District 1' 135
District 2: 262
District 3' 123
District 4' 11
C.P.G.H.: 36
Outside Service Area' 1
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~,~ ~~ sr~~~/~; Tesoro Alaska Petroleum COmpanv
A periodic publication of the Resource Development Council,
Court grants RDC, Ioca
communities intervention
status in beluga lawsuit
Latest survey shows increase in beluga population
,,., The Resource Development
?Council and the Alaska Oil and Gas
Association, as well as the Municipality
of Anchorage, the Kenai Peninsula
Borough and the Matanuska-Susitna
Borough, have been granted
intervention status in a lawsuit
environmentalists have filed to overturn
a decision by the National Marir{e
Fisheries Service (NMFS/not to list the
Cook Inlet beluga whales for special
protection under the Endangered
Species List.
"The federal judge's decision to
grant intervention gives us the
opportunity to support NMFS and add
value to its defense," said RDC
Executive Committee member Marilyn
Crockett. "This is a good start to the
new year in a lawsuit that holds serious
ramifications for Southcentral Alaska's
economy."
Environmentalists are pressing to
get the beluga listed under the
Endangered Species Act. After
numerous studies and deliberations,
'~MFS decided last year to list the whales
~as depleted under the Marine Mammal
Protection Act.
Until recently, beiuga whale
populations have steadily declined in
Cook Inlet overthe past decade. Federal
biologists attributed the decline to over-
hunting by Alaska Natives. The agency
insists that the Marine Mammal
Protection Act gives it the tools
necessary to strictly regulate Native
hunting and bring about a recovery in
the whale's population.
Environmentalists claim other
activities in Cook Inlet, ranging from
shipping to commercial fishing and oil
and gas operations, must have played
a role in the population decline and
could impede recovery. However,
extensive studies do not support their
claims as the Cook Inlet whales have
been found to be among the cleanest in
the world as far as toxins and other
pollution are concerned.
Federal biologists have been
meeting.with Native groups to finalize a
co-management agreement on future
harvests. A permanent moratorium is
now in place on hu.nting until the co-
management agreement is hammered
out.
Meanwhile, the 2000 annual survey
shows a continuing rebound in the
whale's population for the third
consecutive year. The June survey
came up with approximately 435 whales,
700
6OO
40O
300
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000
Beluga population surveys are conducted in
June of each year. The 2000 survey counted
435 whales, compared to 357 in 1999.
the largest count since 1997 and a
sharp spike over the 357 counted in
1999. While biologists are confident
the sharp population decline has
stopped, they believe beluga numbers
have remained relatively steady over
the past several years.
A key change in counting methods
and statistical calculations several years
ago greatly reduced beluga numbers
on paper, bringing the issue to the
forefront and prompting the lawsuit by
environmentalists.
The case is being heard in U.S.
District Court in Washington, D.C.,
where environmentalists will be filing
opening briefs in mid-February. The
Justice Department and intervenors will
file responses to those briefs in mid-
March.
Tadd Owens appointed Executive Director of RDC
Governor taps ,Freeman for business and gas line development work
RDC has announced the
appointment of Tadd Owens as its new
Executive Director. Owens succeeds
Ken Freeman, who was recently
appointed by Governor Tony Knowles
as Special Assistant for Business and
Gasline Development. Freeman served
as RDC's Executive Director since
November 1997.
Owens served as RDC's Projects
Coordinator for nearly three years from
September 1997 to August 2000. Most
recently he worked as Account
Supervisor at Bradley/Reid
Communications, providing clients with
public relations counsel, strategic
planning and legislative coordination.
While at RDC, Owens served as
staff coordinatorfor the Alaska Minerals
and Energy Resource Education Fund
(AMEREF) and lobbied for RDC's
legislative priorities in Juneau. He was
lead staff person on RDC's state agency
fees legislation which unanimously
passed the legislature and was signed
Tadd Owens. pictured at center, returns to RDC as Executive D/rector. Ken
Freeman will tackle business and gas line issues for Governor Tony Know/es.
into law by the Governor last session.
Owens also worked closely with many
of RDC's community and business
members on issues ranging from the
Chugach Land Management Plan to
the listing of the Cook Inlet beluga whales
under the Marine Mammal Protection
Act.
Meanwhile, Governor Knowles
welcomed Ken Freeman to his
administration, citing his experience in
economic development issues and a
strong working relationship with the
Alaska business community.
"Ken Freeman has done a
tremendous job working with the Alaska
business community to stimulate
economic growth through resource
development activities," Knowles s~; ·
"He has a solid understanding of .__
major economic issues facing the State
of Alaska and a proven track record of
working with key players in the business
community."
One of Freeman's key responsibili-
ties will be to track gas pipeline issues.
Critical habitat designated for
Spectacled, Steller's eiders
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
has designated critical habitat areas in
Alaska for two threatened ducks, the
Spectacled and Steller's eiders. A final
decision, made public in January, ex-
cludes broad areas of the North Slope,
as well as Unalaska, Kodiak and Cook
Inlet, which were all designated in an
'earlier proposal.
However, the final version does
declare 40,833 square miles of the state
critical habitat for the sea ducks, down
50 percent from what was initially pro-
posed. Forthe Spectacled eider, 39,000
square miles will be designated critical
habitat while 2,830 square miles will be
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set aside for the Steller's eider. Desig-
nated areas cover the northwestern
corner of Alaska, Norton Sound, the
Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the north
shore of the Alaska Peninsula and a
large offshore wintering area south of
St. Lawrence Island.
The two sea ducks are listed as
threatened under the Endangered
Species Act.
At the time of listing, the Fish a,-
Wildlife Service originally h.
determined it was not prudent to
designate critical habitat in Alaska for
the eiders, given the duck~ are not
(Continued to page 3)
Survey reveals perceptions on economy
A survey of business and
community leaders showed slightly
more than half rate Alaska's economy,
as well as our state's future economic
outlook, as good or excellent.
The survey was compiled by an
informal working group of organizations
and state government leaders that ex-
pressed interest in gathering feedback
regarding perceptions and opinions of
Alaska's economic future. Members of
RDC, as well as representatives from
the Alaska State Chamber of
Commerce, Commonwealth North, the
Alaska High-Tech Business Council,
Alaska Science and Technology Foun-
dation, the Anchorage Chamber of
Commerce and the State of Alaska
?agreed to open a dialog on our future
economy through a survey of organiza-
tions with a stake in economic
development.
The initial survey was taken from
November 6 to December 31, 2000.
The group is now inviting ali Alaskans
to participate and register their opinion
of the state's economy and what the
future holds. You can find it on the web
at www.ahtbc.org. The survey will be
open until March 1 when responses will
be tabulated and compared to the initial
survey results.
The survey asked respondents to
rate the importance of 25 factors
considered critical to the local and state
economy. The survey then asked
respondents to rate how Alaska was
performing relative to those factors.
Of all the issues identified in the
survey, opportunity for young people
was considered the most important by
respondents. Some 95 percent of those
taking the survey rated this issue as
very important or important. However,
84 percent rated Alaska's performance
to produce careers for young people as
average or poor.
Availability of skilled workers was
rated as the second most in importance
and Alaska performance on the issue
was rated as average or poor by 83
percent of the respondents.
Quality of life was rated as the third
most important factor for the state's
economy and 61% (highest) rated
Alaska's performance as good or very
good in this area.
Alaska's performance was rated
lowest on four factors: dependence on
oil and gas revenues to fund public
services (11 th in importance); lack of a
state fiscal plan (15th in importance);
the absence of local economic
development strategies (16TM in
importance); and the absence of a state
economic development strategy (17th
in importance). Approximately 8 of 10
respondents rated those factors as
important or very important to economic
success.
Almost every respondent- 97
percent- agreed or strongly agreed
that the private sector business and
public policy organizations should work
with state and local governments on
improving the state's economic
performance.
Your feedback is important and I
thank you in advance for taking the
time to participate in the project.
Feds announce eld
er critical habi
(Continued from page 2)
habitat restricted. Moreover, loss or
modification of breeding habitat in
Alaska was not responsible for
population declines, and data has
shown that recovery is already
underway in many areas without critical
habitat designations.
However, the federal agency
reversed that decision in response to a
lawsuit filed by two environmental
_organizations. RDC, as well as the State
)f Alaska and local communities from
--'~he North Slope to Unalaska, sharply
opposed the agency's reversal and its
subsequent proposal for massive
habitat designations, saying they were
largely based on the government's
desire to settle litigation rather than on
the analysis of existing scientific data.
Eiders have been shown to be
development tolerant. In areas where
development has occurred, such as oil
and gas fields, eiders continue to nest
without apparent regard to the proximity
of development.
Although the agency's final rule is a
step in the right direction, RDC still has
concerns about existing critical habitat
designations, including those near Cape
Darby in Eastern Norton Sound, which
is a logical terminus for shipment of
coal and minerals from NorthWest
Alaska.
tat proposal
The Spectacled eider
February 2001 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 3
Alaska exports continue to grow
2001 outlook hinges on overhanging issues
By Greg Wolf
D/rector
Alaska D/vision of International Trade
& Market Development
In 2000 Alaska's export industries
continued to benefit from the ongoing
economic recovery in Asia, the market
for nearly 80% of Alaska's resource
exports. Following on the heels of a
31% percent increase in 1999, Alaska
exports have remained strong. For the
full year 2000, the Division of
International Trade and Market
Development (ITM D) is forecasting total
exports to reach $2.6 billion, a level on
par with the previous year.
For the first nine months of 2000,
overall exports from Alaska to the world
grew by 2.6% compared with the same
period of the previous year. Exports to
Japan, Alaska's largest trading partner,
grew by just under 2%. Shipments to
Korea and Canada, the state's number
two and three markets, rose 13.5% and
20.6% respectively. Seafood remained
Alaska's largest export commodity
followed by energy (oil, gas and coal)
and minerals.
Looking ahead to 2001, with what
is anticipated on the demand side of the
equation we would expect exports at a
similar level as 2000. However, there
Greg Wolf heads Alaska's international trade
efforts.
$3.5
$3.0
$2.5
$2.0
$1.0
$0.5
$0.0 i
Alaska's Worldwide Exports
Full Calendar Year
In billions
$2.9
1996
:E: ,:~rce US ,:7 e,'~s~a$ 5 u. xe.~,.~. 2;t.~te ,:~' C, rtgln data
5;2.7
$2.6
1997 1998 1999
are a number of overhanging issues
that may have a s~gnificant impact on
the state's export performance. Perhaps
the biggest question mark is whether or
not North Slope oil producers will export
to customers in Asia. BP, which in past
years has been the major Alaska oil
exporter, announced recently that it
plans to ship its production to the West
Coast refineries it acquired as a result
of the merger with ARCO.
Oil is the state's second largest
export commodity. For the full year 1999,
petroleum exports were approximately
$500 million. If North Slope producers
choose not to export or if they ship in
smaller quantities than in previous
years, Alaska's export numbers will drop
precipitously.
Seafood, Alaska's largest export
commodity, also faces supply issues
that may have an impact on the state's
export numbers. The state Department
of Fish and Game is forecasting this
year's Bristol Bay sockeye runs to be
considerably lower than last year. The
Department's 2001 forecast calls for 24
million sockeyes versus the 27 million
sockeyes that returned a year ago. Aisc,
the National Marine Fisheries Service
Page 4 / RESOURCE REVIEW / February 2001
$2.6
2.000est.
ruling to protect steller sea lions cou~
have a major impact on the fisheries.
Effected species include Pollock, Cod
and Atka Mackerel.
On the demand side, it remains to
be seen whether or not the recent
economic recovery in Asia will continue.
Some analysts have expressed concern
that countries in the region have not
proceeded with the structural reforms
necessary to underpin a return to the
steady growth patterns that
characterized the region for the past
several decades. Aisc, there are worries
that a cooling down of the American
economy will reduce industrial output in
major exporting countries that are
important markets for Alaska's
resources.
The start of the New Year is an
appropriate time to reflect on the
increasingly important role that
international trade plays in the state's
overall economic well being. Too often,
when considering the importance of"
particular industry to the stat6
economy, the role of exports is
overlooked. With only a small local
market and a larger, but limited market
(Continued to page 5)
Alaska?s Total Exports
Comparison through thc 3rd Quarter
$2.500
$2.000
$1,$00
$1,000
$500
$0
In millions
$1.543.4
1998
$1.950.2
1999
$2,000.2
, ....i
2 o 00
Alaska' s Top _Export Markets
Through the third quarter 2000
· lapan ~$1,091
Korea Ill/Ill $3 87
Canada -~$121
China ilTM
Belgium ~1~$ 81 ~
- ~ss i 12000
Taiwan 8 i
Other ~illlll$200i :-~ 1999
$0 $200 S400 S600 S800 S1,000 $1,200
Alaska's Total Exports
Through the third quarter 2000
Oil, Gas Coal
2 4 °?o
Seafood
4 3 °/o
NI inerais
12 °/o
%'%'" ood /
7 °/o
._: .:,m c e u s ,:'. en~.~s E me au. Sta~ ,~ C, r v_~,ln dat~
th er
8 °/o
· Fertilizers
6 °/o
in the Lower 48, it is the overseas
markets that enable Alaska's resource
industries to make such a major
contribution to the state's economy in
terms of revenues and jobs.
How important is trade to the state's
economy and how does Alaska rank
compared with other states? There are
several ways to answer these questions.
At $2.6 billion, exports account for more
than 10% of Alaska's Gross State
Product. The GSP represents the sum
total of all goods and services produced
in the state in a given year.
One way of comparing Alaska with
other states is to look at the amount of
exports on a per-capita basis. Using
this method, Alaska ranks third among
all states. Another way is to consider
exports as a percentage of the state's
GSP. Using this measurement, Alaska
ranks seventh among all states.
It is interesting to note that a growing
number of Alaska companies are
jumping into the export game. A recent
study by the U.S. Census Bureau
revealed that Alaska ranks number one
in the nation for growth in the number of
exporting companies. According to the
study, between 1992 and 1997, the
number of companies engaged in
exporting grew by more than 200%.
The jobs of many thousands of
Alaskans are linked directly or indirectly
to export operations. These are among
the highest paying jobs in the state.
Export related jobs typically pay 13 to
16%'more than those connected solely
to the domestic economy. One has only
to look at wages paid in the oil, seafood
and mining industries to support this
finding.
In the year ahead, ITMD will
continue to work closely with Alaska's
exporters to identify and pursue new
trade opportunities. On. a daily basis,
the division's in-state trade specialists
provide information and assistance to
Alaska's exporters. The division's in-
country trade representatives who
provide market intelligence and support
from their posts in Japan, Korea, Taiwan
and Sakhalin compliment this work.
Working hand-in-hand with the
private sector, the state can play an
important role in improving the global
competitiveness of Alaska's companies.
February 2001 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 5
Roa dless policy comes under fire
Calling it another federal fiat that
constitutes a double-cross of the public
process and the public's trust, Governor
Tony Knowles has directed his Attorney
General to file suit against the Clinton
administration's midnight hour
executive action on roadless policy in
the Tongass and Chugach National
forests. Knowles also called on
Congress and the incoming Bush
administration to take actions to reverse
the roadless policy's application to the
Alaska forests.
"Our forests must be managed by
the principles of sound science,
conservation-based management and
an open, public process," Knowtes said.
"The executive action is based on little
or no science, and makes a mockery of
the public process that was involved in
the creation of the Tongass Land Plan
and shortcuts the process now
underway in the Chugach.
"Alaskans are tired of being double-
crossed by the federal government with
false promises of public involvement
that is subsequently overturned by
executive policy actions from
Washington," Knowles said.
Clinton announced the roadless
initiative January 5, ignoring a 10-year,
$12 million, science-based public
planning process that took place for the
Tongass. The decision came a month
after a coalition of Southeast Alaska's
leaders met with Secretary of Agriculture
Dan Glickman and George Frampton,
Chairman of the Council on
Environmental Quality, urging that they
exclude the Tongass from the road
ban.
Both Senator Frank Murkowski and
Congressman Don Young blasted the
initiative, warning it would further
damage Southeast Alaska's economy
and its year-round timber industry.
Jack Phelps, Executive Director of
the Alaska Forest Association, said the
roadless policy would create
approximately 15 million acres of new
defacto wilderness in Alaska. "By law,
these are multiple use lands that are
supPosed to be managed under locally
developed plans, not turned into
wilderness by Presidential fiat," Phelps
said. "In Alaska alone access to 67
percent of the Tongass and Chugach
will be denied under the new rule. That
is just not acceptable in a. state that is
already home to more Wilderness than
exists in ali the rest of the states put
together."
Phelps said the roadless rule is an
"illegal, draconian measure that
unnecessarily hinders reconfiguration
(Continued to page 7)
Without the Road/ess Rule, the Tongass is more than adequately protected
· Only 3.08 yards would be open to timber harvesting under the Tongass land plan
· Less than one inch would be available for harvest in any given year
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_ .
0 3'0'. - 40' 50- 40. 30-' 20. 10'
80Yards-13.8 Million Acres-Closed (PreserVed).
.
.
30 40 ' 50- 40--.' 30 20' 10 '
T_ '[' 1' 16.92 Yards (2.6 million acres) available for non-logging multi-uses
3'.08 Yards (520,000 acres) available for logging over 100-200 years
· The Tongass National Forost is 16.9 m/I/ion acros· 59% (9.9 million acres) is forested
· Under current management plan, 84 % of all old-growth timber will never be harvested
Tongass Annual Harvest Ceilin{
500
450
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
5O
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TTRA 1990 TLMP 1997 Roadless Rule
Manufacturing
Capaci.ty
Under the Tongass Timber Reform Act of 1990, 450 million board feet of timber could be
harvested annually from the Tongass. Under the new 1997 land plan, the harvest ceiling was
cut to 153 m/ilion board feet. With the road/ess rule, it falls to 50 million board feet. The
manufacturing capacity of surviving sawmills is 300 million board feet.
Page 6 / RESOURCE REVIEW / February 2001
Alaska miners challenge
new mining regulations
Regulations may drive many miners out of business
The Alaska Miners Association
(AMA) is suing the Department of Interior
to set aside Solicitor John Leshy's
"midnight" regulations which the
association fears may drive many placer
miners out of business in Alaska.
The AMA suit opposes the new
regulations which greatly expand the
government's demands on how
exploration and mining on federal lands
must be conducted.
"The Department of Interior has'
unconscionably exceeded the limits of
the law in numerous areas," said Jerry
Birch, Vice President of the AMA.
"Interior did not provide fair opportunity
for the public to comment on these
regulations and they did not follow
Congress' specific direction"
.
In 1999, after completing a study
mandated by the Congress, the National
Academy of Sciences reported that the
existing regulations were working fine.
The primary findings of the NAS study
were that the current regulations
protected the environment while
allowing the domestic mining industry
to function.
Of particular concern for Alaska
miners, the new regulations require a
detailed plan of operations for mines of
five acres or less. Under current
regulations, these mines do not have to
submit development plans, in addition,
on certain federal lands the new
regulations will require a validity
examination before the BLM approves
the plan of operation. This means that
small mines in the Wiseman and
Fortymile Mining Districts that have been
operating for generations will now face
a new and potentially insurmountable
legal hurdle that has little to do with
environmental protection. This will force
some of them out of business.
Another major concern involves
changes to the bonding requirements.
The new regulations require that all
Buckets sit idle on an old historic gold dredge
near Nome.
mining operations be bonded, and the
assessment work alone to determine
bond amount coUld cost small miners
thousands of dollars.
"Experience has shown that most
independent miners cannot obtain com-
mercial surety bonds that would satisfy
the new regulations," said Paul
Glavinovich, an independent geologist.
"In the past, independent miners have
been able to use the state managed
bond pool for either state or federal
lands," Glavinovich explained. "The new
bonding requirements alone has the
potential to eliminate most indepen-
dent mines."
"We do not oppose bonding, but we
do oppose the way the regulation is
written," stated Steve Borell, Executive
Director of the AMA. "The State bond-
lng pool will no longer be available," he
warned.
Since 1992 when the bonding pool
was started, there has not been a single
default anywhere in the State. The
bonding pool was created by the State
Legislature to protect the environment
because surety bonds were not com-
mercially available.
Barrow to host
Arctic economic
development summit
The Second Arctic Economic
Development Summit will be held in Barrow
Wednesday and Thursday, February 21-
22. The two-day summit is sponsored by
the Northwest Arctic Borough and the North
Slope Borough.
The summit will focus on a wide range
of arctic issues, including sustainable
economic development, status of existing
projects, the natural gas pipeline,
subsistence, village energy solutions, federal
issues, local village development, a model
for developing future projects, resource
agreements with indigenous people and the
Northwest Transportation Plan.
Among keynote speakers are Governor
Tony Knowles and Phil Lane Jr., of the Four
Worlds International Institute.
For additional information, call RDC at
276-0700 or Gigi Danner at the North Slope
Borough in Barrow at 1-800-478-6606.
Roadless Policy ...
(Continued from page 6)
of the Southeast timber industry and
prevents all Alaskans from enjoying new
economic development and recreational
opportunities in both the Chugach and the
Tongass."
The implementation of the roadless
rule in the Tongass will reduce the annual
allowable sale quantity to approximately 50
million board feet, severely curtailing
industry's efforts to reconfigure its product
line for modern markets and value-added
products.
The Alaska legislature is working on a
non-binding resolution which supports over-
turning the roadless policy by litigation, con-
gressional action or executive order. Spon-
sor Peggy Wilson of Wrangell said the
roadless rule ignores agreements made in
the Tongass Land Plan and violates the "no
more" clause of ANILCA.
Opponents of the new rule insist that
the Tongass and Chugach are adequately
protected through existing law and land
management plans. Even without the
roadless policy, more than 84 percent of all
old-growth trees in the Tongass will never
be harvested. Ignoring the extensive mea-
sures that are in plaCe to protect wildlife and
preserve most of the forest, proponents of
the policy have told the American public that
it is needed to save the Tongass.
February 2001 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 7
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ture now.
Tesoro Alaska's Iow sulfur fuel is an idea that's
ahead of its time. But that shouldn't surprise
you, because at Tesoro Alaska we're always
thinking ahead. Pushing the envelope. Our
refinery on the Kenai Peninsula is constantly
producing quality products that are naturally
clean. Low sulfur fuel is a prime .example.
Tesoro Alaska's Iow sulfur fuel already exceeds
all federally mandated environmental standards
for the year 2006.
So you can breathe easier knowing that we're
doing our part to keep the air cleaner in Alaska--
today and tomorrow.
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