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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-04-18 Council Packet i Kena City Council Meeting Packet April 18, 2001 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING APRIL 18, 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 *All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non- controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. ITEM B- SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes) . Paul Shadura -- Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association/Cook Inlet Community Assistance Through Fisheries Rehabilitation and Enhancement -- Request for Support. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS , Ordinance No. 190/~-2001 -- Amending KMC 7.25.020 to Increase the Amount Allowed to be Transferred in Line Item Accounts Within a Fund Without Council Approval From Less Than $1,000 to Less Than $2,500 and Removing the Limitation on Transfer Authority From Personal Services. , Resolution No. 2001-23 -- Awarding an $11,000.Contract for Insurance Broker Services to Brown Agency, Inc. . Resolution No. 2001-24-- Supporting the Recommendations of the Education Funding Task Force and Increased Investments in Alaska's Students and Schools: . Resolution No. 2001-25 -- Supporting the State of Alaska DOT/PF in its Effort to Properly Construct Pedestrian and bike Paths Along State Highways and Describing the City of Kenai's Intent to Provide Seasonal Cleaning of the Paths Along the Bridge Access Road. , Resolution No. 2001-25 -- Transferring $16,000 to Personnel Services From Contingency in the Maintenance & Operations Division of the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund. -1- . ITEM D: . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. ITEM E: . ITEM F: ITEM G: . ITEM H: . . . e ITEM I: . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. ' Resolution No. 2001-27 -- Supporting the Proposed Increase in Funding to Revenue Sharing and Safe Communities by the Alaska Legislature. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Corn_missions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report MINUTES *Regular Meeting of April 4, 2001. CORRESPONDENCE ,., OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Sale of Block 3, Five Irons Heights Subdivision/Draft Sale Documents NEW BUSINESS Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 *Ordinance No. 1907-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $16,000 in the Senior Citizens Title III Grant Fund for Operating Supplies. Discussion -- Inlet Woods Subdivision/62 Unsold Lots in Front Half of Subdivision -- Request for Cash Price Negotiated Sale. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS Mayor City Manager Attorney City Clerk Finance Director Public .Works Managers Airport Manager -2- ITEM J: DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT -3- MAYOR'S REPORT APRIL 18~ 2001 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING ADD AS: CHANGES TO THE AGENDA C-4b, Substitute ReSolution No. 2001-25 {The substitute reaffirms the city's support to provide, seasonal cleanin~ of the paths along Brid§e Access Road as a resolution supportin§ the matter was passed in 1997.) REOUESTED BY: KORNELIS CONSENT AGENDA MAYOR'S REPORT , 0 Z Z 0 --~>0 0 ~~~oo m~ < IRR CO0 K IN LET ~ AQUACULTURE ~- ASSOCIATION Cook Inlet Fishing Community Assistance Through Fisheries Rehabilitation and Enhancement Cook Inlet Aquaculture AssociatiOn February 6, 2001 Operation of the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association is made possible through enhancement taxes paid by commercial fishermen in Area H, Cook Inlet and associated waters, the harvest and sale of surplus fish and a grant from the Seward Chamber of Commerce. Table of Contents Grant Request Grant Summary CIAA Mission and Goals Board of Directors Brief History Existing Programs Map Disclosure Resume CIAA Projects Enhancement Tax Match TLH Capital Improvements Contingency Fund Debt Retirement Purchase Headquarters Property Purchase Eklutna Property Inlet Wide Project Summaries Eklutna/Port Graham/Tutka CI Salmon Enhancement Plan Genetic Stock Preserve Small Stream Habitat Improvement Lower Cook Inlet Project Summaries Paint River Enhancement Chenik Lake Study Resurrection Bay Smolt Release Resurrection.Bay Fisheries Data Central Cook Inlet Project Summaries Packers Lake Study Fisher Lake Enhancement Trail Lakes Coho Release CI Salmon Population Study Northern Cook Inlet Project Summaries Big Lake Study Tyonek Remote Salmon Rearing Educational Project Summaries Kenai Peninsula Northern Pike Study TLH Adopt and Incubator Bear Lake Weir Visitor Site TLH Visitor Center Page A-1 A-2 B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-6 B-7 C-1 C-2 D-1 D-2 D-4 D-5 D-6 D-7 D-8 E-1 E-2 E-4 E-5 E-6 F-1 F-2 F-4 F-5 F-6 G-1 G-2 G-3 G-4 G-5 H-1. H-2 H-3 I-1 I-2 I-3 1-4 I-5 Cook Inlet Fishing Community Assistance Through Fisheries Rehabilitation and Enhancement The Kenai Peninsula Borough and the Federal government have declared the Cook Inlet fishing community, consisting of native and nonnative subsistence users, commercial, personal use and sport fishers and the businesses that support these users, an economic disaster. While the economic disaster declarations provide for immediate economic relief, no long-term commitment has been made to support the Cook Inlet fishing community. The Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association requests funding to provide long-term assistance through fisheries rehabilitation and enhancement. Existing CIAA Programs: Proposed Inlet Wide Projects: $ 6.822 million $ 3.280 million Proposed Lower Cook Inlet Projects: $ 2.025 million Proposed Central Cook Inlet Projects: $1.100 million Proposed Northern Cook Inlet Projects- $1.200 million Proposed Education Projects' $1.210 million Grand Total: $15.637 million A - 1 Project Summary For Assistance to the Cook Inlet Fishing Community Through Fisheries Enahncement Support of Existing Programs Project Species Production Cost Breakdown Cost CIAA Program Support Enhancement Tax Match All Enhanced $500,000 per year for five years $ 2,500,000 Species Trail Lakes Hatchery Capital Sockeye $600,000 for building maintenance, enclose $ 600,000 Improvements Coho outdoor raceways, update UV treatment system and purchase stocking vehicles tIAA Contingency Fund All Enhanced $1,500,000 to establish contingency fund for I year $ 1,500,000 Species operating expenses Debt Retirement All Enhanced $1,807,000 to pay money owed to the State for the $ 1,807,000 Species develeopment and implementation of existing salmon rehabilitation and enhancement projects Headquarters Property Purchase $235,000 to purchase property for headquarters $ 235,000 office building Eklutna Property Purchase Sockeye SI 80,000 to purchase property for Eklutna $ 180,000 Salmon Hatchery Subtotal: $ 6,822,000 New Programs Inlet Wide Programs Eklutna/Port Grahamfrutka Enhancement Cook Inlet Salmon Enhancement Plan - Update Genetic Stock Preserve Study 5mall Stream Habitat Improvement Projects Sockeye All Species Ali Species Ail Species Up to 500,000 fish $500,000 per year for four years for development and operation $70,000 per year for three years $70,000 for first year to complete genetic stock reserve map $250,000 for following 2 years to verify genetic map $500,000 over 5 years to identify and implement habitat improvement projects on small streams Subtotal: $ 2,000,000 $ 210,000 $ 570,000 500,000 3,280,000 A - 2 Project Summary Continued New Programs Lower Cook Inlet Programs Paint River Enhancement Sockeye Up to 50,000 fish $300,000 to complete construction, plus $ 925,000 lnd Remote ReSearch Facility Pink Up to 900,000 fish $125,000 per year for five years for Chum Up to 600,000 fish operation and evaluation Coho Up to 7,500 fish King Up to 7,500 fish Chenik Lake Sockeye Up to 100,000 fish $250,000 over three years $ 300,000 Study if enhancement re-established Resurrection Bay Smelt Release Coho Up to 10,000 fish $50,000 per year for four years $ 200,000 Baseline Fisheries Data Collection All Species $250,000 per year for three years $ 600,000 in Resurrection Bay , Subtotal:I $ 2,025,000 Central Cook Inlet Programs Packers Lake Sockeye Up to 25,000 fish $50,000 per year for three years for $ ! 50,000 Enhancement operation and evaluation Fisher Lake Sockeye Up to 30,000 fish $50,000 per year for four years for $ 200,000 operation and evaluation Trail Lakes Hatchery Coho Coho Up to ! 7,500 fish $50,000 per year for five years for $ 250,000 Enhancement operation and evalution Cook Inlet Salmon Population All Species $250,000 per year for two years $ 500,000 Study Subtotal: $ 1,100~000 , Northern Cook Inlet Programs Big Lake Sockeye Up to 200,000 fish $350,000 over three years $ 300,000 Study if enhancement continues ryonek Remote Salmon Rearing Sockeye Up to 100,000 fish $50,000 for site evaluation, $ 900,000 Study and Implementation or $250,000 for rearing facility construction Coho $100,000 per year for four years for operation and evaluation Subtotal: $ 1,200,000 Educational Programs Kenai Peninsula $125,000 per year for two years $ 250,000 ~lorthern Pike Study and and on-going education Education Trail Lakes Hatchery $50,000 first year for hatchery modifications $ 70,000 "Adopt an Incubator" :$10,000 per year for two years for educational materials and staffing Bear Lake Weir Visitor Site $250,000 for weir building modifications $ 290,000 $20,000 per year for four years for educational materials and staffing · Trail Lakes Hatchery Visitor Center i$600,000 to modify building and build a $ 600,000 meeting room/theater to accommodate bus tours school groups Subtotal: $ 1,210,000 2/13/01 Grand Total: $ 15,637,000 A - 3 ~. T eCoo lnletAq' ''' ~~__~l~~ h k uaC. ulture asSociati6n Cook Inlet Aquaculture Associatio'n is actively involved in salmon enhancement and rehabilitation projects throughout Cook I'nlet. B - 1 COOK INLET AQUACULTURE ASSOCIATION MISSION The Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association is a non-profit regional association which exists to: (1) protect self-perpetuating salmon stocks and the habitats upon which they depend; (2) rehabilitate self-perpetuating salmon stocks; (3) rehabilitate salmon habitat; and (4) maximize the value of the Cook Inlet (Area H) common property salmon resource by applying science and enhancement technology to supplement the value attained' from protection and rehabilitation of self- perpetuating salmon stocks. GOALS To accomplish this mission the Board of Directors of the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association will: Seek protection of salmon habitat through active participation (testimony, committee work, data input, etc.) in planning, permitting and enforcement processes. Conduct salmon rehabilitation and enhancement projects, which can be expected to significantly contribute to common property fishery harvests. [A 66% harvest rate in commercial fisheries is the acceptable standard for "significant contribution". That standard can be adjusted (raised or lowered) from project to project if the project offers terminal harvest opportunities, presents special mixed-stock harvest concerns, or benefits users whose harvest methods are less efficient than the commercial fishery. Conduct evaluation activities, which inCrease the effectiveness of project implementation. Engage in research, which advances the state of enhancement/rehabilitation technology. Be sensitive to the interests of those harvesting the Cook Inlet common property salmon resource. Educate the public about the salmon resource and the mission, goals and projects of the AssOciation. Maintain the highest standards of financial responsibility and accountability for the funds entrusted to it. Maintain facilities, administrative practices and personnel policies, which require and encourage its staff to perform in a safe, professional and cost-effective manner. Comply with all statutes and regulations governing private non-profit aquaculture association activities in the State of Alaska. Participate, within the limits for tax-exempt corporations, in the development of legislation and regulation relevant to attainment of the mission. B - 2 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF COOK INLET AQUACULTURE ASSOCIATION A Board of Directors that meets monthly controls the affairs of the association. All of the twenty-nine seats on the Board are currently filled. None of the Directors receives any compensation, per diem, or expense reimbursements from the Association for serving on the board. The Directors commitment and time to the Association's mission must not go unnoticed Commercial Fishermen of Cook's Inlet DIRECTORS: JULIE MARCINKOWSKI LEON MARCINKOWSKI Cook Inlet Fishermen's Fund: DIRECTORS: DOUGLAS F. BLOSSOM DAVID MARTIN Cook Inlet Seinem Association: DIRECTORS: CHARLES WALKDEN NATHAN WISE Inlet Wide Commercial Fishermen Representatives: DIRECTORS: BUDDY HARRIS DAVE JEWELL DREW SPARLIN, SR. DYER VAN DEVERE ROBERT MERCHANT Kenai Peninsula Fishermen's Association: DIRECTORS: HOWARD DAVIS BRENT JOHNSON North Pacific Fisheries Association: DIRECTORS: MARK MAHAN JESSIE NELSON Northern District Set Netters of Cook Inlet: DIRECTORS: JOHN LIGHT KEVIN BARKSDALE United Cook Inlet Drifters Association DIRECTORS: JOHN EFTA FRANCIS DEROSSITT City of Homer: DIRECTOR: AL RAY CARROLL City of Kachemak: DIRECTOR: PAUL JONES City of Seward: DIRECTOR: JOHN FRENCH Cook Inlet Region, Inc.: DIRECTOR: PAUL SHADURA Deep Creek Charterboat Association: DIRECTOR:'" TIMOTHY EVERS Kenai Peninsula Borough: DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER MOSS Matanuska-Susitna Borough: DIRECTOR: BRUCE KNOWLES Municipality of Anchorage: DIRECTOR: PATRICIA ABNEY Ninilchik Village Council: DIRECTOR: STEPHEN VANEK Processor Representative: DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY SCHMIDT B - 3 Alternates James Arness James Arness Melvin Johnson Daniel Leman John Wise Leonard Miller Steven Perrizo Erik Lindow Dennis Crandall Philip Squires None Rory Rorrison Rory RorriSon Dan Winn Dan Winn Stephen Braund Les Hogan Leonard Efta Ron Rust None Leonard Billotte None None Al Stuefloten Ron Long None None None Bryan Bennett A Brief History The Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association incorporated in 1976 with the intent to facilitate the Cook Inlet drainage with an organized, scientifically respected community, responsible for the protection of self-perpetuating salmon stocks, and the rehabilitation of the salmon stocks and habitat. These goals set forth by the board of directors were to be :~!accomplished by maximizing the value of Cook Inlet's common property salmon :~resource through the use of science, education, and enhancement technology. In the early years, Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's board seated twenty-four · individuals representing fourteen interest groups, including Native Associations, City Governments, Borough Governments, and local Fisherman Associations. As the Association's mission became more visible, interest by other organizations and user groups increased. Enrollment of the Association's board currently consists of twenty- nine seats representing eighteen diverse groups. The obvious significance of the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association and its continued responsibility to perform the task of enhancement and rehabilitation for the users of the salmon resource in the Cook Inlet drainage is without doubt demonstrated by the ongoing support from all users. 'The Association is funded by an enhancement tax of two percent, self-imposed on the commercial fisherman of Cook Inlet, by a majority vote. Also, a cost recovery program in which the Association harvests fish returning to project sites for sale to local .'processors generates additional revenue. Outside of a small number of grants, the ;:majority of capital for the Association's operations comes from the aforementioned sources. Since its inception, the Association has seen tremendous growth, not only from interested users and their organizations, but projects and responsibilities. ProjeCts the Association has assumed accountability for include: 1) Lake fertilization to enhance the freshwater rearing environment which allows juvenile salmon to sustain better growth rates, 2) Construction and operation of flow control structures at Cook Inlet lakes' to assure adequate water is available for salmon to migrate to their spawning grounds in these drainages, 3) Surveying critical habitat areas for the identification and correction of seasonal barriers that affect the migration of salmon to their spawning grounds, 4) Fish way (also known as fish ladders) management and development in areas that can support and perpetuate returns of salmon, 5) Hatchery management and operation, and 6) Educating the people that populate and visit the communities of the Cook Inlet drainage on the fisheries and their enhancement, through demonstration, participation and communication. Early in the last decade, the Association entered a period of significant growth. The Association had recently acquired responsibility, from the State of Alaska, for the operation of Trail Lakes Hatchery, located just north of Moose Pass, and was working on the development of the Paint River Fish Ladder, a project funded by the fishermen of Cook Inlet, the Association, a state grant and a federal grant. The Paint River drainage, B - 4 located in the southwest corner of Cook Inlet, was expected to contribute substantially, to the fisheries of Cook Inlet. As construction of the Paint River Fish Ladder was nearing completion, CIAA was presented with the opportunity to operate Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery, a state owned facility situated in a small lagoon in the southwest corner of Tutka Bay, which was threatened with closure. To accept the responsibility of operating Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery and preventing its closure, the Association was forced to temporarily halt the stocking and operation of the Paint River project, due to financial limitations. As the Association was completing .the work necessary to economically operate the Tutka BaY Lagoon Hatchery, two other State operated hatchery programs, Crooked Creek and Big Lake, were threatened with closure. The Association carefully reviewed both programs and decided to assume responsibility for the operation of Crooked Creek Hatchery and transfer the sockeye portion of the Big Lake program to the Association's Ekluma Salmon Hatchery. By the middle of the decade, the Association had grown substantially and was operating four facilities and the sockeye programs of a fifth facility. The Association, because it had not anticipated the State divesting itself of its hatchery programs, had not developed a long-range plan for the operation of these programs; but, had assumed the responsibility for their operation when they were threatened with closure by the State. During the second half of the decade, salmon prices began a downward trend reducing revenue available to the Association from the enhancement tax and the cost recovery harvest program. This, coupled with the added responsibility of operating hatchery programs acquired from the State, began to squeeze the Association's budget. Recently, not only did the price of salmon continue its downtrend, but the return of salmon stocks. to Cook Inlet has also weakened, particularly for sockeye in 1998 and 2000 and coho salmon in 1999. These two uncontrollable elements, coupled to severely reduce the operating capital the Association relies on for the continuation of its hatchery, enhancement and educational programs. As the price of salmon continues to decline and salmon returns continue to be lower than historical averages, the effect of decreasing revenues challenges the Association's mission of "maximizing the value of self-perpetuating salmon stocks in Cook Inlet"for all user groups at a time when the Association should provide the greatest assistance to those that rely on the salmon resource. B - 5 Existing Fishery Enhancement Programs Upper Cook Inlet Big Lake · · Hidden Lake Production: 50,000 Adult Sockeye Salmon Value: $200,000 Users: Commercial, Sport & Personal Use Production' 100,000 Adult Sockeye Value: $400,000 Users' Commercial, Sport, Guided Sport & Personal Use Tustumena Lake Production: 135,000 Adult Sockeye Value: $540,000 · Users: Commercial, Sport, Guided Sport & Personal Use Lower Cook Inlet Bear Lake * Production: 100,000 Adult Sockeye, 30,000 Adult Coho Salmon ~ Value: · $700,000 · Users' Commercial, Sport & Guided Sport Kirschner Lake Production: 30,000 Adult Sockeye Salmon Value: $120,000 Users' Commercial Leisure & Hazel Lakes Production: 150,000 Adult Sockeye Salmon Value: $600,000 · Users: Commercial, Sport, Guided Sport & Personal Use Tutka Lagoon Hatchery · Production: 3,000,000 Adult Pink Salmon · Value: $1,350,000 Users: Commercial, Sport, Guided Sport & Personal Use Other prOgrams Lake Fertilization- Bear & Leisure Lakes are fertilized for increased smolt production. Fishways- facilitate salmon migration into Daniels, Marten & Packers Lakes & the Paint River. Education- hatchery tours, egg take participation by area schools. Habitat- beaver dam removal to help salmon reach spawning grounds. Assist area agencies in water quality monitoring and habitat restoration projects. B - 6 Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association can pro.vide. numerous .oppo-rtunities to research, rehabilitate, 'protect and enhance our salmon resource. B - 7 The purpose of this propo, sal is to provide a vehicle to distribute information to interested parties. Thi.s document is intended to' provide' a general description and is not an e -~austive evaluation of any proposal. The information presented in this document-has not undergone an .extensive review. As reviews are completed, the information within in this document may be updated and presented at a later time. The following Cook Inl.et Aquaculture Association · staff worked on the preparation of.this document: Gary Fandrei, Executive Director Matt Cooper, Biologist Mark Matarrese, Special Projects Manager Randall Colvin, Project 'Technician Guidance and assistance, was also provided .by: Joe Malatesta, Sr. Je~ifer Cooper C - 1 Gary L. Fandrei, Executive Director Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association 40610 Kalifomsky Beach Road Kenai, AK 99611-6445 (907) 283-5761 Professional Experience Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association, 40610 Kalifornsky Beach Road, Kenai, AK. 99611-6445. Tel: (907) 283-5761. FAX' (907) 283-9433. E-mail' ciaa~ptialaska.net. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. 11/97 to present. Full-time position to provide direction and leadership to the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association, a private non.- profit corporation dedicated to salmon enhancement throughout the Cook Inlet drainage. Responsible for budgets, personnel, facilities, project management and all aspects of the management of the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association. Currently serving as alternate Director on. the Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory Council and the United Fishermen of Alaska and serving as the Deputy Commander of the Kenai Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. BIOLOGIST. 8/90 to 11/97. Full-time position. Responsible for the development and operation of salmon enhancement projects throughout Cook Inlet drainage. Primary activities involved the direction and technical evaluation of lake stocking and fertilization projects. Integrated basic principles of fishery biology to lake and stream ecology to assure the successful implementation of salmon enhancement projects. State of Minnesota, Pollution Control Agency, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155. RESEARCH SCIENTIST II. 4/88 to 7/90. Full-time position. Responsible for project management activities for eight Clean Water Partnership projects by acting as the liaison between local units of government and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Provided direction and technical guidance to local project managers on work plans and budgets. Also responsible for developing and directing studies on nonpoint source pollution reference watersheds and provided biological assistance to other members of the Nonpoint Source Unit. SENIOR BIOLOGIST. 3/85 TO 4/88. Full-time position. Responsible for identification of areas with significant nonpoint source water quality impacts and the development of a strategy to prioritize the impacted areas for the protection of important fish and wildlife environments. Integrated all aspects of surface and groundwater pollution and its relationship to the physical, chemical and biological components of the environment. C - 2 INTERMEDIATE BIOLGIST. 12/82 to 3/85. Full-time position. Responsible for biological and technical support of the Comprehensive Studies Unit through the collection and. evaluation of stream and lake fishery habitat information for use attainability determinations. Involved in indepth studies of aquatic biological, chemical and physical characteristics of both large and small waterbodies. POLLUTION CONTROL SPECIALIST II. 4/80 to 12/82. Full-time position. Assisted with the development and operation of a mobile bioassay unit and the evaluation of toxic waste discharges. Also assisted with an assessment of combined sewer overflows on the Mississippi River, toxic spill investigations and fish kills. BIOLOGIST. 2/79 to 4/80. Full-time position. Assisted in the conduction of toxic spill investigations, routine water quality monitoring, effluent bioassays, fish and wildlife kill investigations. POLLUTION CONTROL SPECIALIST I. 6/78 to 4/80. Full-time temporary position. Conducted library research on the toxic effects of pesticides and other compounds on aquatic organisms in support of proposed water quality standards. Other Work Experience Biological Technician. U.S. Bureau of Land Management 5/78 to 7/78. Creel Census Clerk. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. 7/77 to 10/77. Teaching Assistant. University of Minnesota. 9/75 to 6/77. Research Assistant. University of Minnesota. 7/75 to 9/75. Education MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE. Environmental Biology. Minnesota- Duluth. Attended 9/75 to 12/77. 12/77. University of Studied the effects of chlorine toxicity on fish as thesis research project. Analyzed behavior impacts and mortality rates of short-term exposure to total residual chlorine. Published thesis in the Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE. Ecosystems Analysis. 5/75. Wisconsin- Green Bay. Attended 9/71 to 5/75. University of Extensive course work in population biology of aquatic management of public lands. communities and C - 3 Ii:IA CIAA Proj~ects Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association headquarters is located near Kenai, Alaska and provides a meeting place for con- cerned citizens to discuss natural resource issues. D - 1 Title: Enhancement Tax Match Purpose: To provide the funds necessary for the continued operation of. CIAA programs until new programs that provide adequate funding are developed. Budget: $2.5 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's optiOn, $0.5 million is requested annually for five years. Revenue will support: Hatchery operations: Fisheries Evaluation and Assessment Studies: Facility maintenance: Overhead and Public Education: $0.275 million/year $0.150 million/year $0.040 million/year $0.035 million/year Total: $0.500 million/year Local Match' CIAA will match these funds with revenues from the salmon enhancement tax ($0.2 million to $0.6 million annually) or the harvest of surplus fish ($0.5 million annually). Description: CIAA currently operates two hatcheries and a central office facility that support salmon enhancement programs throughout the Cook Inlet drainage. These programs include sockeye and coho salmon stocking projects at Big Lake, Hidden Lake, Bear Lake, Bear Creek, Tustumena Lake, Tutka Bay, Leisure Lake, Hazel Lake, and Kirschner Lake; flow control projects at Packers Lake, Marten Lake and Daniels Lake; lake fertilization projects at Bear Lake and Leisure Lake, seasonal fish migration barrier removal in numerous small streams throughout the drainage and the publication of Smolts for public education. The projects provide fish for subsistence, commercial, sport, and personal use fisheries. Fish produced by these projects have an estimated annual value of $3.91 million. CIAA's current program budget is $1.5 million annually. Revenue is obtained from three sources: a state grant based on a tax paid by commercial fishermen, the harvest and sale of surplus fish and a small grant from the Seward Chamber of Commerce. Enhancement tax proceeds and the value of harvested fish have dropped substantially resulting in a significant decline in operating revenues. CIAA's harvest programs currently 'provide $0.5 million annually and the enhancement tax revenues have ranged from $0.2 million to $0.6 million annually. CIAA has been operating with an annual deficit of $0.5 million and has expended most of its reserve revenues. CIAA recently implemented a new project to provide additional funds from the harvest of surplus fish; however, due to the long life cycle of sockeye salmon, this project will not reach it full potential to generate revenues until 2006. To maintain its enhancement programs, CIAA needs to secure operational revenues until additional surplus fish are available for harvest and sale by CIAA. D - 2 These projects benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. D - 3 Title: Trail Lakes Hatchery Capital Improvements Purpose. To provide funds necessary to rehabilitate an aging State of Alaska owned hatchery facility. Budget: $0.600 million is requested in full for building and equipment rehabilitation. Revenue will support: Building Maintenance Enclose Outdoor Raceways Incubator & Raceway Modification Replace UV Wastewater Disinfection Install UV Process Water Disinfection $0.075 million $0.300 million $0.025 million $0.125 million $0.075 million Total' $0'600 million Description: Trail Lakes Hatchery is owned by the State of Alaska and operated by Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) through contract with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). The hatchery is located at Trail Lakes near the community of' Moose Pass, Alaska and is permitted for sockeye, coho and chinook salmon releases at selected sites throughout the Cook Inlet drainage. Built in 1982 the hatchery is overdue for much needed repairs and maintenance. These improvements will serve to update the facility to improve performance and efficiency. The Trail Lakes Hatchery benefits numerous groups. At capacity the hatchery has the potential to provide 1.8 million adult salmon for all user groups in the Cook Inlet area. The operation of the hatchery provides employment for three full time positions and up to 30 seasonal positions. This hatchery currently provides returning salmon to areas such as Big Lake in Upper Cook Inlet, Leisure Lake in Kachemak Bay, Kirschner Lake in Kamishak Bay and Bear Lake in Resurrection Bay. The hatchery also provides a limited educatiOnal opportunity for area schools to participate in fish culture techniques such as egg collection and incubation. This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. D - 4 Title: Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association Contingency Fund Purpose: Proposal seeks the funding necessary to establish a contingency fund equal to one year of operating expenses of the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association. Budget: $1.5 million is requested in full. Revenue will support' Contingency Fund $1.500 million Total: $1.500 million Description: The Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association is currently funded by a 2% enhancement tax on the ex-vessel value of the Cook Inlet commercial .fishery. Additionally, CIAA is funded through the harvest of fish returning to several enhancement project sites. However, the consistency of this type of funding is dependent entirely upon the harvest quantity and market price of fish returning to Cook Inlet. CIAA has little control over these factors and the annual oPeration of the Association's salmon rehabilitation and enhancement projects is extremely vulnerable to their fluctuation. Development and operation of a salmon rehabilitation or enhancement project is dependent on the multi-year life cycle of salmon. Loss of one year of a project's operation due to fluctuations in the price of salmon may result in the loss of brood stock. Brood stock development is very costly. As a result of the recent downtrend in salmon price and low fish returns, the Association has depleted its normal operating reserve and currently does not have contingency funds available to continue existing Upper Cook Inlet projects when revenues from cost recovery harvest operations or proceeds from the enhancement tax are insufficient to meet the Association's needs. CIAA seeks the funds necessary to establish a contingency fund equal to one year of operating expense. This fund would safeguard existing Cook Inlet salmon rehabilitation and enhancement programs from temporary suspension and costly brood stock redevelopment when the Association's revenue falls below operating expenses. This project will provide stability to the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's Cook Inlet salmon rehabilitation and enhancement programs and will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource- subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. D - 5 Title: Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association Dept Retirement Purpose' Proposal seeks the funding necessary to retire the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's current debt load. Budget: $1.807 million is requested in full. Revenue will 'support: Payment of CIAA' s current debt: $1.807 million Total' $1.807 million Description' The COok Inlet Aquaculture Association is currently funded by a 2% e~~cement tax on the ex-vessel value of' the-Cook Inlet commercial fishery. Additionally, CIAA is funded through the harvest of fish returning to several enhancement project sites. The consistency of this type of' funding is dependent upon the quantity and market price of fish returning to Cook Inlet. CIAA has little control over these factors. The annual operation of the Association's salmon rehabilitation and enhancement projects is extremely vulnerable to their fluctuation. During the second half of the last decade, salmon prices began a downward trend reducing the amount of enhancement tax revenue available to the Association. 'Recently, .not only has the.price of salmon continued its downtrend, but the remm of salmon stocks to Cook Inlet has also weakened, particularly sockeye in 1998 and 2000 and coho in 1999. Development and operation of a salmon rehabilitation or enhancement project is dependent on the multi-year life cycle of salmon. Temporarily suspending the operation of a project for one year results in the loss of brood stock, which is very costly to develop. As a result of fluctuating revenues due to the recent downtrend in salmon price and low fish returns, the Association's revenues have not met expenses. To avoid temporarily suspending projects and the associated cost of brood stock redevelopment, the Association has depleted its operating reserves and borrowed $1.807 million. CIAA currently has four outstanding loans with repayment schedules of 15 to 22 years. Beginning next fiscal year, CIAA will be required to make debt payments of $187,605 per year. Over the life of the loans, debt payment will total $4.278 million. CIAA seeks the funds necessary to retire this debt. This will allow the Association to direct more of its financial resources toward the maintenance and development of salmon rehabilitation and enhancement projects that provide the salmon resource needed by the Cook Inlet fishing community. Debt retirement will provide stability to the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's Upper Cook Inlet salmon rehabilitation and enhancement programs and will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource- subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. D - 6 Title: Purchase of Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association Headquarters Land From the Kenai Peninsula BOrough Purpose: To provide funds necessary to purchase the land from the Kenai Peninsula Borough on which the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Headquarters building currently is situated. Budget: $0.235 million is requested in full. $0.235 million is requested for the purchase of the land titled lease Tract A, Peninsula Borough Aquaculture Sub., Sec.22, T5N, R11 W, SM-Tax Parcel No. 055-471-03. Revenue will support: Land Purchase Conveyance of Deed $0.215 million $0.020 million Total' $0.235 million Description: The CIAA Headquarters building was built in 1985 on land owned by the Kenai Peninsula Borough. At that time CIAA entered into an agreement to lease the land. CIAA seeks to purchase this land in an effort to minimize costs and eliminate the annual fees incurred by the lease. The CIAA Headquarters is currently available and actively used by numerous local agencies and private organizations to hold meetings concerning natural resource issues. CIAA provides the use of the building for these meetings at absolutely no cost. CIAA feels that as a private non-profit organization the ability to purchase KPB land would greatly benefit the Association and the local community. This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and, assist area educators, resource managers and the general public by allowing CIAA to prOvide a meeting facility at minimal cost. D - 7 Title: Purchase of Eklutna Hatchery Land From the U. S. Bureau of Land Management Purpose: To provide funds necessary to purchase the land from the U. S. Bureau of Land Management on which the Eklutna Salmon Hatchery building currently is situated. Budget: $0.180 million is requested in full. $0.180 million is requested for the purchase of 2.026 acres from the U. S. Bureau of Land Management located in the SE ¼, Section 18, T. 16 N., R. 2 E., Seward Meridian, Alaska. Revenue will support: Land Purchase Conveyance of Deed $0.160 million $0.020 million Total' $0.180 million Description: The Eklutna Salmon Hatchery was built by CIAA in 1982 on land owned by the U. S. Bureau of Land Management. At that time CIAA entered into an agreement to lease the land. CIAA seeks to purchase this land in an effort to minimize costs and eliminate the annual fees incurred by the lease. . 'This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. · ., D - 8 Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association provides fish throughout the Inlet for enhancement projects. E - 1 Title: Eklutna/Port Graham/Tutka Enhancement Purpose: Provide funds necessary to produce as many as 500,000 additional sockeye salmon to the Cook Inlet common property fishery through a cooperative enhancement project with the village of Port Graham. Budget: $2.0 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.5 million annually for four years. Revenue will support' Operation of Eklutna Hatchery Acquisition & Securing Brood stock Saltwater Net pens - Tutka & Port Graham Port Graham- Pre-smolt Rearing Tutka- Pre-smolt Rearing Transportation of Pre-smolt $0.350 million/year $0.035 million/year $0.015 million/year $0.040 million/year $0.040 million/year $0.020 million/year Total: $0.500 million/year ipti ' ~'~ p~-uject Descr on, ~ ~,c wu, provide .... ~ ...... '-' tt 5uostttlltlal return of ' sockeye salmon" /or subsistence and commercial users in the Port Graham/Nanwalek and Tutka Bay areas of the lower Cook Inlet, the Knik Arm of upper Cook Inlet and, as an option, will provide fish to the village of Tyonek (see proposal on Tyonek Remote Salmon Rearing). Currently, the CIAA owned Eklutna Salmon Hatchery is not in operation. This facility is in a state of readiness and can be operational with minimal costs. Funding is requested for four years because the lifecycle of salmon will not provide adult fish until the fifth year. A portion of the returning fish will be harvested and provide funds for future operations. Eklutna hatchery has an incubation capacity of 20 million eggs, is ideally suited for incubating and rearing sockeye salmon and can serve as a central incubation and early rearing facility. For this project the facility will be used to incubate and raise sockeye salmon to pre-smolt for final saltwater rearing and release at Port Graham and Tutka Hatcheries. Approximately, four million sockeye will be reared to pre-smolt and transported to Tutka Bay Lagoon and Port Graham in March of each year. In the marine environment the pre-smolts will grow rapidly to smolt and imprint prior to their release in June. One million sockeye will also be reared to smolt and released from Eklutna Hatchery. The smolt release from Port Graham and Tutka will provide a 200,000 adult return to each facility and provide for common property use (subsistence, commercial and sport) as well as cost recovery harvest opportunities. The smolt released from Eklutna Hatchery will provide a return of 100,000 adult sockeye to the upper Inlet for common property harvest and serve as the project's brood stock source. In total, this combined project could produce as many as 500,000 sockeye and provide up to $2 million dollars to the local economy annually. E - 2 This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. Title: Cook Inlet Salmon Enhancement Plan - Update Purpose: To develop a plan to direct salmon enhancement activities over the next twenty years.. Budget: $0.21 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.07 million is requested annually for three years. Revenue will support: Planner Salary and Benefits' Travel, Meetings and Publications' Overhead: $0.050 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.010 million/year Total: $0.070 million/year Description: In 1977, committee substitute for House Bill 264 was passed that directed "Subject to plan approval by the commissioner, comprehensive salmon plans shall be developed by regional planning teams consisting of department personnel and represevXatives of th~ nnnrnnriat~ q~alifiecl ro. ginnnl ac.qne, intinn.q fnrrned lmcl~r q~c,. 'IRt] of this chapter." The Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association is the qualified regional association for Cook Inlet. In October 1981, the Cook Inlet Regional Planning Team (RPT) completed the Cook Inlet Regional Salmon Enhancement Plan 1981-2000. The pUrpose of this plan was to provide direction for salmon enhancement activities in the Cook Inlet drainage. The Cook Inlet Regional Salmon Enhancement Plan was developed over twenty years ago. While much of the plan is still appropriate, populatiOn centers, development, Cook Inlet salmon harvest plans and the diversity of the demands placed on the fishery have changed. These changes need to be incorporated into the salmon enhancement plan to provide the direction necessary for continued development of the Cook Inlet drainage over the next twenty years. Currently, over 50% of the State's population resides in the Cook Inlet drainage. CIAA proposes to update the plan using the development of the original plan as a template. CIAA will provide staff and office space for a planner to work closely with the Regional Planning Team. With public input, the planner will develop a comprehensive plan that incorporates sound biological enhancement strategies within acceptable fisheries management abilities. An updated comprehensive salmon enhancement plan will provide CIAA, the Kenai Peninsula Borough, the Matanuska/Susitna Borough, the State of Alaska and various federal agencies with the ability to implement new salmon enhancement programs that are biologically sound and meet the needs of all the salmon resource users. This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use. E - 4 Title: Genetic Stock Preserve Study Purpose: To identify salmon populations, which are characteristic of the major Cook Inlet drainages.and develop a plan to maintain these populations as a genetic preserve. Budget: $0.570 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.070 million is requested for the first year and $0.250 million for the following two years. Revenue will support: Biologist Salary and Benefits (1.5): Travel, Meetings and Publications' Overhead: $0.060 million/year $0.005 million/year $0.005 million/year Total: $0.070 million/year, plus Genetic Sampling and Analysis' $0.180 million/year for two years Total' $0.180 million/year for two years exercise to identify and catalogue salmon populations that were typical of the major Cook Inlet drainages. These salmon populations were to be designated as genetic preserves where stocking activities would be prohibited. The populations would serve as a gamete source to rehabilitate or re-establish other salmon populations in the drainage. The mapping exercise was not completed. CIAA proposes to complete the mapping exercise and conduct genetic sampling of the major salmon populations in each drainage to further define the genetic characteristics of the salmon populations. The information and data collected will be published, add significantly to the area's understanding of salmon genetics and provide additional tools for management, education and research. CIAA proposes to fund a graduate student to assist with the mapping and sampling exercise. This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence commercial, sport and personal use; and, assist educators, graduate level researchers, state and federal Cook Inlet fishery resource managers and planners through a greater understanding of the salmon populations in Cook Inlet. Title: Small Stream Habitat Improvement Projects Purpose' The proposed project seeks to identify, prioritize and implement habitat improvement or habitat protecti°n projects on small watersheds throughout the Cook Inlet drainage. Budget: $0.50 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.10 million is requested annually for five years. Revenue will support Seasonal Personnel (3): Travel: Supplies & Equipment: Inventory, Mapping & Implementation' Education and Publications' $0.030 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.040 million/year $0.010 million/year Total' $0.100 million/year Description- 'I-'he Cook inlet drainage consists of a complex system of small streams coursing their way through pristine wilderness and 21st Century development. These streams are crucial towards maintaining the abundant aquatic resources that are so much a part of every Alaskans way of life. However, little is known about these small streams. Annually field personnel will collect basic biological information on small streams to build an inventory database. Through public input and area resource managers this information will be used to identify, prioritize and implement habitat improvement projects or habitat protection. CIAA proposes to use local secondary school educators to fill the seasonal positions associated with this program. This will provide teachers with first-hand experience in habitat assessment and protection and provide a mechanism to educate the public on the importance of small stream habitats. Habitat improvement and protection benefits a variety of people who utilize or enjoy Alaska's aquatic resources. This project will benefit all residents of the Cook Inlet drainage. E - 6 Paint River Fish Ladder Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association co'ntributes substantially to the Lower Cook Inlet salmon fishery. · II1.1 I .~ I I I I I I I II I II I. I I. . I I. . I ll_J L . I Title: Paint River Enhancement and Remote Research Facility Purpose: Increase the amount of salmon available in Lower Cook Inlet for common property (subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use) harvest; and, provide for and encourage scientific research on genetics, food web and nutrient cycles associated with anadromous salmon. Budget: $0.925 million is requested in full or, at the grantor'.s option, $0.425 million is requested for the first year and $0.125 million for the following four years. Revenue will support: Complete Fish Ladder Construction' $0.200 million/first year Construct Staff and Guest Research Quarters' $0.100 million/first year Total' $0.300 million/first year, plus Salmon Stocking' Project Assessment and Evaluation: $0.100 million/year $0.025 million/year $0.125 million/year Description: In the 1980s, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game identified unutilized spawning and rearing habitat in the Paint River watershed that could provide for substantial returns of all five species of Pacific salmon. Anadromous salmon prodUction from the Paint River watershed, however, was limited by a barrier falls. In 1990, the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association secured the funds and permits necessary to initiate construction of a fish ladder to bypass the barrier falls; and, by 1991, contruction of the Paint River fish ladder was nearly complete. However, final completion of' the ladder and development of anadromous salmon runs was halted when the State of Alaska began to divest itself of its hatchery programs and the Aquaculture Association redirected its financial resources to operate and maintain the State's hatchery programs. Paint River provides an exceptional research model in which to explore the introduction of salmon to a watershed that is uncomplicated with development. Numerous stocks of salmon from California to British Columbia have been extirpated and attempts to re- establish sustainable runs of salmon to these systems have largely failed. The extirpation of salmon from these systems was caused largely by habitat degradation and, it is speculated, re-introduction of salmon into extirpated systems has failed for two reasons, habitat and/or genetics. The Paint River system is uncomplicated by human development and provides a unique opportunity to investigate the movement of salmon populations into new habitat. Completion of the Paint River salmon enhancement project and construction of a facility to house researchers will provide the opportunity for these studies to go forward. The information gained will benefit management decisions throughout the Pacific Northwest and the introduction of Pacific salmon to the Paint River watershed will support the Lower Cook Inlet fishing community through substantial returns of harvestable fish. F - 2 This projeCt will benefit all users of the Lower Cook Inlet salmon resource- subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and, will assist educators, graduate level researchers, state and federal fishery resource managers and planners through a greater understanding of salmon populations. F - 3 Title'. Chenik Lake Evaluation Study Purpose' This is a proposal to evaluate the factors associated with the crash of the Chenik Lake sockeye population in an effort to rehabilitate this once valuable fishery. Budget: $0.30 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.10 million is requested annually for three years. Revenue will support: Seasonal Personnel (3)' Travel' Supplies & Equipment: Graduate Researcher: Total' $0.040 million/year $0.020 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.030million/year $0.100 million/year Description- Chenik Lake located in Kamishak Bay in southern Cook Inlet historically produced returns of sockeye salmon in the excess of 100,000 fish. Beginning in the 1940's the Chenik Lake sockeye population crashed and did not recover until the 1980's when fisheries enhancement projects were conducted. The work appeared to be a success as the returns rebounded and set record highs (173,200 fish in 1988). However, the population fell again in the early 1990's and has not rebounded. Preliminary investigations have not clearly identified the cause of the population declines. Chenik Lake provides one of the most productive sockeye rearing habitats in the state and has the potential to provide a considerable fishery. The goal of this study is to identify how to rehabilitate the Chenik Lake sockeye population and manage it to sustain a long- term fishery. The main objectives are to identify those factors responsible for the rise and fall of the Chenik Lake sockeye population and develop a plan to rehabilitate the fishery that avoids the factors that caused the fishery to crash. Rehabilitation of Chenik Lake sockeye will provide a substantial fishing opportunity for subsistence and commercial fishermen of Lower Cook Inlet. CIAA proposes to fund one graduate level and three undergraduate level students to complete the study. This study will benefit all users of the Lower Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and provide graduate level research opportunities and subsequent knowledge to Alaskan universities and fishery professionals. F - 4 Title: Resurrection Bay Smolt Release Purpose- This proposal seeks to secure funding to release coho smolt necessary to provide an additional 10,000 adult return to the sport fishery of Resurrection Bay. Budget: $0.20 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.05 million is requested annually for four years. Revenue will support' Coho Smolt Incubation and' Rearing: $0.050 million/year Total' $0.200 million/year Description: CIAA currently releases 150,000 coho smolt from the CIAA operated facility at Bear Creek weir for return to Resurrection Bay. These fish provide for a substantial recreational fishery in Resurrection Bay. CIAA proposes to increase this coho salmon smolt release to 250,000 smolts. This project will benefit the Resurrection Bay recreational fishers and the businesses upon which they depend. F - 5 Title: Baseline Fisheries Data Collection in Resurrection Bay PurpOse: Provide the funds necessary to gather baseline fisheries data on the Resurrection Bay drainage to facilitate state, federal, and non-profit fisheries' programs currently in operation. ~Budget: $0.60 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.20 million is requested annually for three years. Revenue will support Seasonal Personnel (8): Travel' Supplies & Equipment: Graduate Researchers (2)' $0.120 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.060 million/year Total: $0.200 million/year Description- This project establishes a baseline fisheries database or inventory for Resurrection Bay fishes. This will include river and stream habitat classification, adult salmon escapement enumeration, smolt out migration, and resident fishes distribution and abundance. Field personnel will gather data annually and projects will be designed to provide information crucial for Resurrection Bay fisheries management. Annually, information will be compiled, mapped and distributed to the public, state and federal agencies. CIAA proposes to fund two graduate level and eight undergraduate level students to complete the assessment. Currently, fisheries information in Resurrection Bay is limited. This lack of information inhibits resource manager's ability to make sound biological decisions. Better information creates better management and that benefits the future of the fisheries resource in Resurrection Bay and the people that depend upon it. This project will benefit all users of the Resurrection Bay salmon resource and; and provide graduate level research opportunities and subsequent knowledge to Alaskan universities and fishery professionals. F - 6 ~ central COOk Inlet PrOjects' · , ,! . / . , , Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association conducts numerous biological monitoring projects throughout Central Cook Inlet G - 1 Title: Packers Lake Enhancement Purpose: To investigate the use of shoreline incubators to increase the number of harvestable salmon available to sport and commercial fishermen in central Cook Inlet. Budget: $0.150 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.050 million is requested for the three years. Revenue will support' Field Camp Operation: Lake Nutrient Enrichment: Water Quality Sampling & Analysis' Graduate Researcher (1): $0.025 million/year $0.005 million/year $0.005 million/year $0.015 million/year Total: $0.050 million/year Description: Packers Lake is located on Kalgin Island in central Cook Inlet. The lake appears to be spawning area limited; and, since 1972, has been the focus of several salmon enhancement exercises. CIAA, who enriched the lake's nutrient environment and released supplementally produced sockeye salmon fry, conducted the most recent enhancement project. This project produced over 100,000 additional sockeye annually. However, due to CIAA's financial limitations and harvest restrictions imposed by the Board of Fisheries limiting commercial sockeye harvests during mid-August when many of the Packers Lake fish return, CIAA' discontinued the Packers Lake enhancement activities. CIAA, however, believes Packers Lake may still be able to produce additional fish for both sport and commercial harvest through a modified enhancement effort. Several springs along the Lake's shoreline are ideally suited for the placement of experimental incubators. CIAA proposes to develop and test several small shoreline incubators designed to take advantage of the springs that surround the lake. The incubators will provide up to 1,000,000 fry and the lake's rearing environment will be enhanced through nutrient enrichment.' CIAA proposes to fund a university graduate student to design and test the shoreline incubators. The Packers Lake enhancement project is expected to produce up to 25,000 additional sockeye salmon for harvest by sport and commercial fisheries. Estimated value of the fish is $100,000 annually. This project will benefit all users of the Packers Lake salmon resource; and will provide graduate level research opportunities and subsequent knowledge to Alaskan universities and fishery professionals. G - 2 Title: Fisher Lake Enhancement Purpose: To increase the number of harvestable salmon available to sport and · commercial fishermen on the west side of Cook Inlet. Budget: $0.200 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.050 million is requested for the four years. Revenue will support: Field Camp Operation: Lake Nutrient Enrichment: Water Quality Sampling & Analysis: Hatchery Operations' Overhead: $0.015 million/year $0.005 million/year $0.005' million/year $0.020 million/year $0.005 million/year Total: $0.050 million/year Description:- Fisher Lake is part of the Big River Lakes drainage. Salmon production from this lake is prevented by a barrier falls, but could be enhanced through a small fry or presmolt release program. CIAA proposes to incubate 310,000 eggs collected from sockeye populations resident to the Big Lake system at Trail Lakes Hatchery and release the resulting fry to Fisher Lake for rearing. The rearing environment will also be enhanced through nutrient enrichment. Resulting smolt will migrate volitionally from the lake; however, the barrier falls will prevent returning adults from entering the lake. Returning adults will be captured by CIAA to prevent straying to other systems. The Big River Lakes system provides fish for the commercial fishery and is the target of a growing guided sports fishery. The project is expected to provide up to 30,000 adult fish that will be available to both the sport and commercial fisheries. Estimated value of the fish produced is $120,000 annually. This project will benefit all users of the Big River Lakes area salmon resource. G - 3 Title: Trail Lakes Hatchery Coho Enhancement Purpose: To increase the number of harvestable salmon available to Kenai River sport fishers. Budget: $0.250 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.050 million is requested for the five years. Revenue will support: Creel Survey and Otolith Sampling: Hatchery Operations: $0.010 million/year $0.040 million/year Total' $0.050 million/year Description: Trail Lakes Hatchery is located in the Kenai River drainage on Trail Lakes. In recent years, the Kenai River has experienced an increased demand by sports anglers targeting coho salmon. EaCh year 250,000 coho salmon smolt will be reared at Trail Lakes Hatchery and released directly to Trail Lakes. Smolt will be otolith marked and a creel sampling program initiated to assess the success of the project. Returning adult fish will provide an additional fish for sport anglers from Kenai to Moose Pass. This project will benefit all users of the Kenai RiVer coho salmon resource - subsistence, sport and personal use. G - 4 Title: Cook Inlet Salmon Population Study Purpose- Provide the funds necessary to conduct a study to estimate the total population and escapement of pink, chum, and coho salmon entering Upper Cook Inlet. Budget' $0.50 million is requested in full or, at' the grantor's option, $0.25 million is requested annually for two years. Revenue will support Equipment & Supplies (PIT Tags) Seasonal Personnel (4) Biologist & Benefits Contract Research Vessel Study Publication & Distribution $0.080 million/year $0.040 million/year $0.035 million/year $0.085 million/year $0.010 million/year Total: $0.250 million/year Description. This project utilizes the latest in mark-recapture technology to estimate both total return and escapement of three species of salmon within Upper Cook Inlet. To conduct this study returning salmon are captured just before entering the Upper Inlet, they are tagged and released. The commercial harvest and Department operated fish wheels and weirs are then checked for marked fish to recover tags. The total population at the time of tagging will be estimated from tag recoveries from commercial harvest and escapement past fish wheels and weirs. Currently, an accurate estimate does not exist for chum, pink, and coho salmon returning to Upper Cook Inlet for two reasons; these fish are not available for commercial fishermen which results in a lack of harvest records and escapement monitoring (sonar, aerial and foot surveys) which focuses primarily on sockeye salmon. In 1999, the Board of Fish (BOF) directed the Alaska Department of Fish and Game to develop a management plan for pink and chum salmon in the Upper Inlet. The BOF further directed that until a plan is completed, no additional commercial fishing periods would occur. In the past several years the Cook Inlet fishery has been decimated by exceptionally low returns of sockeye salmon, which is the primary species of salmon sought for harvest. However, during these years of low sockeye returns, pink and chum salmon have appeared to prosper. The problem is that the Department cannot adequately determine the run strength of pink and chum or even coho, which in essence forces the Upper Cook Inlet fishing industry to close when there may be excess salmon available for harvest. The ability to harvest from a multiple species fishery within the Upper Cook Inlet would bring greater stability.to the Cook Inlet Fishing Industry. This study will benefit all users of the Central Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and, provide resource managers with the information necessary to effectively manage Cook Inlet's salmon stocks. G - 5 "NOrth~ern.. :.C.,o.0k l'nlet: Proj-ec.tS. . . Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association surveys small streams for seasonal barriers to fish migration. H - 1 Title: Big Lake Evaluation Study Purpose' This is a proposal to evaluate the factors associated with the crash of the Big Lake sockeye population in an effort to rehabilitate this once valuable fishery. Budget: $0.30 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.10 million is requested annually for three years. Revenue will support' Seasonal Personnel (1): Travel: Supplies & Equipment' Water Quality & Biological Sample Analysis: Field Camp Operation: Graduate Researcher: $0.010 million/year $0.005 million/year $0.010 million/year $0.020 million/year $0.035 million/year $0.020 million/year Total' $0.100 million/year Description: Big Lake, located near Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, drains into the Knik Arm of northern Cook Inlet and has historically produced returns of sockeye salmon in the excess of 200,000 fish. Beginning in the 1970's the Big Lake sockeye population declined (2,750 adult escapement) and enhancement activities were initiated in 1975. The Big Lake enhancement project appeared to be a success as the returns steadily increased and set recOrd highs (192,352 adult escapement) in 1984. Beginning in 1998, however, the Big Lake system has not achieved its minimum escapement goal of 50,000 fish. Unfortunately, extensive biological data is not available to address the recent reduction in the Big Lake soCkeye return. Big Lake has a history of providing an excellent sockeye rearing habitat and a substantial return of' sockeye to the upper Cook Inlet. Rehabilitation of Big Lake sockeye will provide substantial fishing opportunity for all users of the salmon resource. This study will identify how to rehabilitate the Big Lake sockeye population and manage it to sustain a long-term fishery. CIAA proposes to fund one graduate level and one undergraduate level student to complete the study. This study will benefit all users of the Northern Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and provide graduate level research opportunities and subsequent knowledge to Alaskan universities and fishery professionals. FI - 2 Title: Tyonek Remote Salmon Rearing Purpose' Seek funding to build a fry rearing facility and release the resultant smolt to establish a return of approximately 100,000 sockeye for commercial and subsistence use to the village of Tyonek on the Westside of Cook Inlet. Budget: $0.90 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.40 million the first year for site development and construction, $0.050 million for two years for local training, $0.10 million for operations over four years. Revenue will support: Tyonek Raceway Site Evaluation $0.050 million Purchase Site' $0.100 million ConStruction of Tyonek Rearing Facility $0.250 million Total: $0.400 million plus plus Training for 2 Local Operators $0.050 million/year for 2 years Total: $0.050 million/year for 2 years Incubation of Fry at Eklutna Hatchery $0.040 million/year for 4 years Rearing Facility Staff (2) & Operations $0.060 million/year for 4 years Total' $0.100 million/year for 4 years Description: The proposed project provides a substantial return of sockeye salmon for subsistence and commercial users in the Tyonek area of the Westside of upper Cook Inlet. This proposal requires the operation of the CIAA owned Eklutna Salmon Hatchery as part of another proposal in this document (see Eklutna/Port Graham/Tutka Enhancement). Currently, the CIAA owned Eklutna Salmon Hatchery is not in operation. This facility is in a state of readiness and can be operational, with minimal costs. Funding is requested for four years because the lifecycle of salmon will not provide adult fish until the fifth year. A portion of the returning fish will be harvested and provide funds for future operations. Eklutna hatchery has an incubation capacity of 20 million eggs, is ideally suited for incubating and rearing sockeye salmon and can serve as a central incubation and early rearing facility. For this project the facility will be used to incubate and raise sockeye salmon fry for transfer to Tyonek. The Tyonek Rearing Facility would provide the raceways necessary to rear sockeye .fry to smolt for release. Tyonek is chosen as the site for a rearing facility because it contains natural artesian wells that can supply cheap, clean water necessary to operate the facility. As proposed the project would evaluate and construct a facility in Tyonek to support the rearing of 1 million sockeye fry to smolt and release. The facility would provide an adult sockeye return of 100,000 fish worth over $400,000 annually to Tyonek area commercial and subsistence fishermen. Additionally, the project would provide training and H - 3 employment for two local residents to staff and operate the Tyonek facility. Harvests of returning adult fish could be used to pay for annual operating costs after adult returns are established. This project will benefit all users of the Northern Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and provide training and employment for two lOcal residents. ii:IA Edu. cational Projects Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association strives to educate and inform the community about our salmon resource. T - 1 Title: Kenai Peninsula Northern Pike Study & Education Purpose: This proposal seeks funding to assess the .distribution and occurrence of northern pike within the Kenai Peninsula. Budget: $0.25 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.125 million is requested for two years. Revenue will support Seasonal Personnel (4) Travel Supplies & Equipment Education & Materials $0.075 million/year $0.005 million/year $0.020 million/year $0.025 million/year Total: $0.125 million/year DeScription· Pike is an exotic species that has been found in the tributaries and main stem of the Kenai River. Currently, the extent of' pike introduction into the Kenai River drainage is not known. The spread of pike is a concern because they are a voracious predator of juvenile salmon and their introduction has the potential to severely degrade the Kenai Peninsula's existing' salmon stocks. The main objectives of this project are to assess the distribution of northern pike and educate the public on the potential negative impacts, both biological and economical, to the Kenai Peninsula. To fulfill these objectives a two-year biological investigation will be conducted to catch and enumerate pike from the area's tributaries and lakes. After one year of initial investigation, data will be compiled and developed into lessen plans for Kenai Peninsula Borough teachers, public meetings will be held and educational pamphlets will be distributed to inform the community about the status of pike. CIAA proposes to use local secondary school educators to fill the two of the seasonal positions associated with this program. This will provide teachers with first-hand experience in exotic species management and provide a mechanism to educate the public on the impact of "bucket biology". The proposed project will serve to evaluate and educate the community about pike in an effort to help lessen the impacts of invasion by exotic species. This information is crucial to allow area fish biologists and resource managers to make appropriate decisions in addressing the pike issue. I - 2 Title'. Trail Lakes Hatchery "Adopt an Incubator" Project Purpose' Provides the funding necessary to develop a program for Kenai Peninsula elementary schoolchildren to gain hands on experience in the field of aquaculture. Budget- $0.07 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.05 million is requested the first year for hatchery modifications and $0.01 million for two additional years. Revenue will support: Hatchery Incubator & Raceway Modification $0.050 million Total' $0.050 million plus Educational Material & Staffing Total' $0.010 million/year $0.010 million/year Description: Trail Lakes Hatchery is oWned by the State of Alaska and operated by Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA). The hatchery facility is on the Seward Highway near the community of Moose Pass, Alaska and provides an easily accessible location for many Kenai Peninsula area schools. The communities of Seward, Cooper's Landing, Sterling, Soldoma, Kenai, Nikiski, Ninilchik and Girdwood all have elementary schools within a 2 hour drive of the facility. Trail Lakes Hatchery currently incubates and rears both coho and sockeye salmon. This proposal will provide funding necessary to commit staff towards arranging the facility for active school participation. This will include coordination of study plans with teachers, hatchery modification so children can help collect eggs and view the development of "their" incubator. Additionally, upon hatching the students will help put the fish into raceways, assist in feeding the baby salmon and help let the fish go at the permitted release site. Teachers will also be provided with the educational materials necessary to teach the children about the lifecycle of salmon and what part aquaculture plays in producing fish for the streams and lakes of the area. The "Adopt an Incubator" project greatly benefits not only children but also the public about the role aquaculture plays in the community. Educating the community about salmon is now more crucial than ever as a diverse array of user groups compete for a limited resource. I - 3 Title: Bear Lake Weir Visitor Site Purpose' Provides the funding necessary to construct and provide a visitor cemer for the public to witness a salmon by-pass facility in operation. Budget: $'0.290 million is requested in full or, at the grantor's option, $0.25 million is requested the first year for building and parking lot construction and $0.02 million for two additional years to provide staff for tour groups and informational materials. Revenue will support: Weir & Building Modification Buy Land & Build Parking Lot plus Educational Materials & Staffing (1) $0.150 million $0.100 million Total' $0.250 million Total' $0.020 million/year $0.020 million/year Description: Bear Lake weir is a State of Alaska owned facility located on Bear Creek (0.5 miles downstream from Bear Lake) near the community of Seward, Alaska. This area has been the site of enhancement activities since 1962. The weir facility was built in 196.3 and is currently in need of repair. During the. summer season from five to 50 tourists visit the site daily. Many of these individuals are "turned away" because the site was not designed to accommodate visitors. The proposed funding will pay for redesign and construction of the facility to provide access and viewing opportunities for tourists. The facility will also be designed to safely accommodate tourists around the facility while allowing for a crew to function (pass adult fish, release smolt, harvest surplus fish, etc). Additionally, land adjacent to the facility will be purchased and developed to provide a parking lot large enough to accommodate buses, (school or cruise line tours buses) and passenger vehicles. Funds not used for construction are designated for the development of educational materials and to hire a seasonal staff person to provide daily tours to interested visitors. Currently, CIAA has enhancement programs in effect that provide viewing opportunities of salmon from May to November. A run of sockeye begins to return to the facility in late-May and continues through July. In August an adult coho salmon return begins and continues until November. CIAA passes the adult fish to the lake. Also, at the facility CIAA harvests and collects eggs from returning salmon, passes out-migrating smolt and releases hatchery reared fish from the site's raceway. These daily activities provide entertainment for visiting tourists that stimulate area businesses. Additionally, construction of the facility and staffing tour groups provide local jobs. But mostly, the Bear Lake weir provides an excellent oPportunity for visitors to witness first hand the lifecycle of the salmon from fry to smolt to adult. I - 4 Title: Trail Lakes Hatchery Visitor Center Purpose. To provide the funds necessary to modify the facility to provide displays, a meeting room/theater and accommodate informational tours for the public and area schools. Budget: $0.600 million is requested in full to provide displays, build a meeting room/theater and modify the facility to accommodate informational tours. Revenue will support: Displays and Freshwater Aquaria Informational Videos Meeting Room/Theater Update Water Treatment Facility Modifications to Accommodate Tours $0.075 million $0..075 million $0.175 million $0.140 million $0.135 million Total: $0.600 million Description: Trail Lakes Hatchery is owned by the State of Alaska and operated by Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) through contract with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). The hatchery is located at Trail Lakes near the community of Moose Pass, Alaska and is permitted for sockeye, coho and chinook salmon releases at selected sites throughout the Cook Inlet drainage. At capacity the hatchery has the potential to provide 1.8 million adult salmon for all user groups in the Cook Inlet area. This hatchery currently provides returning salmon to areas such as Big Lake in Upper Cook Inlet, Leisure Lake in Kachemak Bay, Kirschner Lake in Kamishak Bay and Bear Lake in Resurrection Bay. Trail Lakes Hatchery is ideally located (just off the Seward Highway) to provide public tours and serve area schools with a "hands on" opportunity to learn about the salmon resource. CIAA has offered public tours of the facility in the past. These tours were immensely popular with an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 visitors annually; however, the tours were discontinued because the facility was not designed to accommodate that number of people. Hatchery staff currently works with a small number of school groups .providing information on fish culture and the life history of Cook Inlet salmon. This project will benefit all users of the Cook Inlet salmon resource - subsistence, commercial, sport and personal use; and, assist educators and the general public by providing a greater understanding of the salmon populations in Cook Inlet. I - 5 Suggested by: Administration CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1906-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING KMC 7.25.020 TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT ALLOWED TO BE TRANSFERRED IN LINE ITEM ACCOUNTS WITHIN A FUND WITHOUT COUNCIL APPROVAL FROM LESS THAN $1,000 TO LESS THAN $2,500 AND REMOVING THE LIMITATION ON TRANSFER AUTHORITY FROM PERSONAL SERVICES. WHEREAS, KMC 7.25.020 allows transfers of less than $1,000.00 in line item accounts within a fund without authority of council; and WHEREAS, that dollar amount was established in 1981 and has not been increased since then; and WHEREAS, in order to give the City Manager more flexibility in managing unexpected overtime expenditures, the limitation on transfers for personal services should be 'removed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, .Alaska, that KMC 7.25.020(a) is amended as follows: 7.25.020 City budget control. (a) After approval by the Finance Director as to availability of unencumbered balances, transfers in amounts less than [ONE THOUSAND ($1,000.00)] two thousand five hundred ($2,500) dollars may be made in line item accounts within a Fund without approval by the City Council. The City Clerk may make such transfers within the Department of the City Clerk, and the City Attorney may make such transfers within the Department of Law. The City Manager may make such transfers in all other areas except in the Legislative Department. [HOWEVER, NO TRANSFERS UNDER THE AUTHORITY GRANTED HEREIN MAY BE MADE TO OR FROM ACCOUNTS PERTAINING TO PERSONAL SERVICES.] PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 18th day of April 2001. ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: Adopted: Effective: April 4, 2001 April 18, 2001 May 18,2001 Suggested by: Administration City of Kenai RESOLUTION NO. :2001-23 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASICa. AWARDING AN $11,000 CONTRACT FOR INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES TO BROWN AGENCY, INC. WHEREAS, proposals for insurance broker services were sent to four local insurance brokers; and WHEREAS, two proposals were received; and WHEREAS, both proposals are deemed to be responsive; and WHEREAS, the fee proposal from Brown Agency, Inc: is considerably less than the proposal received from Ribelin Lowell & Company; and WHEREAS, the City is satisfied with the broker services provided by Brown Agency, Inc. over the past six years. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that a contract for broker services for the period July 1,2001 through June 30, 2004 for $11,000 annually be awarded to Brown Agency Inc. This contract can be extended for two additional years. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 18th day of April, 2001. JOHN J. WILLIAM S, MAYO R ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (4/10/2001) jl Suggested by: CITY OF KENAI RF, SOLUTION NO. 2001-:24 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ~NAI, ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE EDUCATION FUNDING TASK FORCE AND INCREASED INVESTMENTS IN ALASKA'S STUDENTS AND SCHOOLS. WHEREAS, to help fulf~ the goals of the Quality Schools Initiative and to provide for school excellence in Alaska, Governor Knowles appointed an 11-member Education Funding Task Force to recommend a five-year funding plan; and, WHEREAS, the Task Force is composed of business, community, and education leaders who have taken a non-partisan approach to education funding and linked additional dollars to improved student performance and increased school district accountability; and, WHEREAS, the Task Force presented its report, dated February 1,2001, to the Governor and to the State Board of Education & Early Development, and copies have been delivered to each legislator; and, . WHEREAS, the Task Force recommendations to school districts include, but are not limited to: · A $45 million investment in Alaska's schools next year and total of $100 million over five years; · Direct intervention for students, such as tutoring and after-school programs; · Incentives for school excellence and targeted assistance for districts in need of help; · Modest pay increases and other incentives to attract and retain top-notch teachers in Alaska; · New resources for textbooks and other instructional supplies. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that it supports the recommendations of the Governor's Education Funding Task Force and urges the Legislature to approve these important increased investments in Alaska's students and schools. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KEN~, ALASKA, this 18th day of April, 2001. ATTEST: John J. Wilhams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Apr-OG-01 12.:OBpm F rom- _ . ,. '"'--"--'--'--'- I I I!1 . State of Alaska- Department o~ Il Tony Knowles Govemor P.O, Box 110001 Juneau, Alaska 99811-0001 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 5, 2001 Shirley HOIIoway Commissioner 907-466-2800 FAX: 907-465-2635 www. eecl. state, e/c.us '01.036 Fpndin~ Task Force Re.commends FiVe-Year Plan.. for $choo,! Exceii,,.e. nce $42.,t MZLLIO~ ~~MENT IN iT. AR ONE; $100.3 MILLION OVER FIVE YF. AR5 An Education Funding Task Force appointed by Gov. Tony KnoWles has developed a five-year funding plan to advance the goals of the Alaska Quality Schools Initiative, Bob Weinstein,' task force chair, announced today. Weinstein is Mayor of the City of Ketchikan and a former school superintendent If implemented, the p[an would put in place $42.4 million in programs and services in year one. of the plan, and one and a half percent increases in years two, three, feur and five. Overall, the task force recommends spending $100.3 million more in 2006 than today. The year 2006 is year five of the plan. 'We encourage the governor and members of the State Board of Education and Early Development to give serious consideration to our recommendations ~nd seek the additional programs and funds outlined in this report," Weinstein said. "What we are recommending is very important to the success of our children and our schools in meeting higher academic standards." "Alasl(a adoptect the QUality Schools Initiative with the belief that all Children can reach higher standards," accorcling'to the report by the 11-member panel. 'Furthermore, the Quality Schools Initiative offers the promise that no child will be left behind. This indeed is an enormous undertaking and is the first time the State of Alaska has made such a promise to all children." The task force recommendations will give momentum to the Quality Schools Initiative over the next half-decade, the report noted, This. °means every Child will read, write and do math at higher levels than ever before. It means schools and parents will no longer let children move through the gmcles without gaining essential skills along the way, It means' more children will have a bright future and will become good citizens. It means Alaska's policy.makers need to follow through and provide the support and necessary resources that teachers and schools need in order for Alaska to mare good on its promise to youth." Most of the new funding is requested for the school foundation program, which would Increase per student spending by $414 by year five of the plan. An additional $7 million in year one, increasing to $8,6 million by year five is requested outside the foundation program to implement recommendations related to achieving the goals of the Quality Schools Initiative. -more- ~dO0'~ 100~ '6 ':dY' A~r-O$-Ol 12:0llpm From- T-TS/' ?.04/05 F-64T · .,.,i.,i-~.i~ ,~? iI~.l · · The task force recommended the following new funcling ancl programs through the foundation program: updating instru~tonal materials, aligning cu~culum to state standards, two pemen! annual increases in teacher salaries, maintaining facilities, keeping up with the co~ts of serving special needs students, and providing direct instructional intervention for students not meeting standards. · · Funds from outside the foundation program include incentives for exemplary schools; creating ~nter to analyze data, perform reseamh and assist Iow performing schools; providing a~ldiUonai assistance for Iow performing schools; and providing distance delivered core courses to small high schools. In addition, the task force recommended investigating placing all teachem in Ilar one of the Teacher Retirement System. The task force also recommended a student loan assumption plan to attract and keep new teachers. A loan assumption plan will cost $800,000 the first year, increasing annually as more teachers are affracted to Alaska. Knowles appointed the task force on December 8. The task force met six times to 'debate, research..study, and croft its report. ' The report stressed: "In conducting its work, the task force follOWed a four-point framework: Quality, Performance, Fairness, and Accountability.,. The goal was to increase student performance through a variety of new programs fled directly to holding schools accountable for increased student performance." The task force found that schools over the past decade have suffered a general loss of purchasing power, wi~h the result that scllools are not "able to maintain an apPropriate level of education services," the report stated. 'As a result, it is likely that many students have not had the opportunity to meet higher state academic standards." The full task force report is available on the Department of Education and Early Development's web page at www. eed.state.a.k, us. Look for it under an item entitle~ "In the'News." It will be presented to the state Board of Education and Early Development on Tuesday during an audioconference meeting. Besides Weinstein, members of the task force include: Vice-Chair Roger Chan, vice President and chief financial officer, VECO. Corp.; Carl Marrs. president and CEO, Cook Inlet Region INC.; Janice Louden, president, Alaska Parent-Teacher Association; Jim Palmer, vice president,' BP Exploration; Rich Kronberg, president, NEA-Alaska; Carl Rose, executive director, Association of Alaska School Boards; Pat Abney, Anchorage assembly member and Iongtime teacher; . · Darroll Hargraves, executive director, Alaska Council of School Administrators; Roy Nageal<, State Board of Education and Early Development; and Ernie Hall, State Board of Education and Early DeveloPment. · -30- Mom information' Bob Weinstein, 247-8103; Deputy Commissioner of Education Bruce Johnson, 465-2815, or Harry Gamble, Information Officer, 465-2851. o . Suggested by: Administra~,,,.. CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION 2001-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASICh SUPPORTING THE STATE OF ALASKA DOT/PF IN ITS EFFORT TO PROPERLY CONSTRUCT PEDESTRIAN AND BIKE PATHS ALONG STATE HIGHWAYS AND DESCRIBING THE CITY OF KENAI'S INTENT TO PROVIDE SEASONAL CLEANING OF THE PATHS ALONG THE BRIDGE ACCESS ROAD. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai believes that it is in the best interest of the Department of Transportation to provide safe and expedient flow of not only ~vehicles but also bicycles and pedestrians at a reasonable cost to the public. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the City Manager is authorized to use City of Kenai personnel to sweep and remove surface debris from the pedestrian and bike paths along the Bridge Access Road during the period of May through September. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 18th day of April 2001. ATTEST: JOHN WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk.~/2 Approved by Finance: MEMORANDUM CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ TO' FROM' Rick Ross, City Manager Keith Kornelis, Public Works Manager DATE- April 11,2001 SUBJECT: Bridge Access Road Pathway DOT/PF contacted me yesterday for a resolution of support for the Bridge Access Road Pathway. I faxed a copy of Resolution 97-33 to them that includes seasonal cleaning of the paths along the Kenai Spur Highway. They asked if we could send them a similar resolution. Resolution 2001-25 is the same as the Kenai Spur Highway Path's resolution except for the name change to Bridge Access Road and the date passed. Kldjet SUB STITU _ _. Suggested by: Administration CITY OF KENAI RF~OLUTION 2001-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA REAFFIRMING ITS SUPPORT OF THE STATE OF ALASKA DOT/PF IN ITS EFFORT TO PROPERLY CONSTRUCT PEDESTRIAN AND BIKE PATHS ALONG STATE HIGHWAYS AND DESCRIBING THE CITY OF KENAI'S INTENT TO PROVIDE SEASONAL CLEANING OF THE PATHS ALONG THE BRIDGE ACCESS ROAD. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai believes that it is in the best interest of the Department of Transportation to provide safe and expedient flow of not only vehicles but also bicycles and pedestrians at a reasonable cost to the public; and, WHEREAS, the City of Kenai would like to reaffirm its support as stated in its Resolution No. 97-77 passed by the Council of the City of Kenai on November 5, 1997. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the City Manager is authorized to use City of Kenai personnel to sweep and remove surface debris from the pedestrian and bike paths along the Bridge Access Road during the period of May through September. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 18th day of April 2001. ATTEST: JOHN WILLIAM S, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: 2~J~. Suggested by: Administra City of Kenai RF.~OLUTION NO. 2001-26 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, TRANSFERRING $16,000 TO PERSONNEL SERVICES FROM CONTINGENCY IN THE M & O DIVISION OF THE AIRPORT LAND SYSTEM SPECIAL REVENUE FUND. WHEREAS, the personnel services account budgets of the M & O Division 'of the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund need to be increased to cover the rest of this year; and WHEREAS, the shortfall is due to more street department time charged to the airport than anticipated and the budget for workers compensation was underestimated; and WHEREAS, funds are available in the contingency account. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the following transfers be made in the M & O Division of the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund. Airport Land System From: Contingency $16,000 To: Personnel Services $16,000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 18th day of April, 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: ~_ (04/13/2001)sj Suggested by: Council CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 2001-27 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED INCREASE IN FUNDING TO REVENUE SHARING AND SAFE COMMUNITIES BY THE ALASKA LEGISLATURE. WHEREAS, the Alaska House of Representatives have approved funding for Revenue Sharing and Safe Communities at the current year level of $28,493,400, the first time in 13 years revenue sharing has not been cut; and, WHEREAS, the Alaska Senate has increased the funding to $29,630,700, an increase of $1,137,300 and is the first increase in revenue sharing in 17 years; and, WHEREAS, an increase to Revenue Sharing and Safe Communities is a step toward stabilizing local taxes and services to all boroughs and municipalities in the state. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the City of Kenai encourages the Alaska Legislature to approve the proposed increase in revenue' sharing as it is an investment in communities and a step toward a long-term fiscal plan as well as long-term tax relief for Alaska's communities and their citizens. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 18th day of April, 2001. ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk RI~K, I U, ZUUI ~' I~YlYl __TO' KENAI RL~N~ lYtUI~IJ. Lr'~ur' I~lV, /.. I 2U I/ I FROM'AK MUNICIPAL LEAGUE - II i 1~ _ I - · I 217 Second Street, Suite 200 · Juneau, Alaska 99801 · Tel (907)586-1325, Fax (907)-463< Fax Alert! Please deliver ASAP From; Date: Re- Mayor and Council/Assembly And Manager/Administrator, Clerk, Finance Director Kevin ~tchie, Executive Director April 9, 2001 Senate Adopts First Increase in Revenue Sharing in 17 Years Possible permanent turnaround in public and legislative view of revenue sharing as long term tax relief The House approved funding for Revenue Sharing and Safe Communities (RS/SC) funding at the current year level of $28,493,400. This is the first time in 13 years that revenue sharing has not been cut. Thc Senate increased RS/SC fimding to $29, 630,700 in thc appropriation bill, an increase of $1,137,300. This is the first increase in revenue sharing in 17 years. Thc House and Senate Budget Conference Committee must now decide between no cul to revenue sharing, and an increase of $1,137,300. The Legislature has responded to your message that cuts in revenue sharing push local taxes higher, or require cuts in local services. They also responded to the recent overwhelming defea~ of the tax cap initiative that clarified the relation between revenue sharing and property taxes. You can be proud of the work we have done to lct thc public and the State know how revenue sharing impacts communities. We suggest that you write, emafl, or call your legislators ASAP to' a Thank them for helping stabilize local taxes and services, and ~cll them specifically how it will help your community, if appropriate. a Thank them for "Investing in Communities" with increased revenue sharing and education funding. a Encourage them to support thc increase in revenue sharing as a step toward long- term tax relief and a long-range fiscal plan. ca Consider asking a local business or economic development organization to thank their local legislators for helping stabilize local taxes. Member of the National League of Cities and the National Association of Counties KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING. APRIL 9, 2001 KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: ,,, APPROVAL OF MII~TES-- March 12,2001. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- 2001 Goals & Objectives ITEM 6' NEW BUSINF~S ITEM 7: a, REPORTS Director Dock Foreman City Council Liaison Scrapbook Information ITEM 8' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ITEM 9- INFORMATION Kenai City Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21, 2000. Volunteer Reception Invitation ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 9, 2001 KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. MINUTES_ ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL Chairman Tom Thompson called the meetin§ to order at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Spracher, Peters, Price, Ro§ers, Thompson Members Absent: Others Present: Eldridge Councilman Bookey, Public Works Manager Secretary Roper Komelis, Contract A~ENDA APPROVAL ITEM 2_: _ MOTION: Commissioner Peters MOVED to approve the agenda and it was SECONDED by Commissioner Price. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3' APPROVAL OF MINUTES - March 12,2001 ~ MOTION: Commissioner Peters MOVED to approve the minutes of March 12,2001 and the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner Rogers. There were no 'objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD Leo Oberts, Kenai, Alaska -- Oberts attended the meeting to express his dissatisfaction with the lack of activity by the City of Kens/for Kenai River issues. Oberts also expressed his desire to sell the many lots he has on the fiver. Councilman Bookey suggested that Oberts contact the City Clerk to be placed on a city council meeting agenda where he can express his concerns to that body. ITEM 5' ~I,D BUSINF~S 5-a. Discussion -- 2001 Goals & Objectives Councilman Bookey gave a detailed report on a meeting with the Army Corps of Eng/neers regarding the Kenai Coastal Trail. Bookey stated he felt confident a permit is obtainable, however, funding is the major issue. Bookey stated it was evident that funding will not come from the Corps so other avenues will be explored, including the congressional delegation in Washington, DC for possible support from the CARA funds and other grants. Discussion ensued regarding the necessary buy-out of right-of-way property and it was noted the city would be responsible for that aspect. There were no additions to the Goals and Objectives, however, it was stated that any short-term goals could be added as required. Bookey suggested the Commission consider support of the bike path at Bridge Access Road as a short-term goal. Bookey indicated several environmental issues were currently being discussed. A lengthy discussion followed regarding the various routes, environmental issues, completion dates, etc. Bookey indicated there would be several more meetings held on the project and encouraged commissioners to attend some of them. Discussion also took place on the Unity Bike Trail and it was noted no decision had yet been made regarding what side of the highway it would be situated. ITEM 6' NEW BUSINESS-- None ITEM 7: REPORTS, 7-a. Director-- Komelis reported the dock would be opened soon and the summer hire would be hired the middle of the month. Dock Foreman -- No report 7-c. City Council Liaison -- Bookey announced budget hearings would begin during the week as well as the review of the applicants for the City Manager's position. 7-d. Scrapbook Information -- Peters requested photos and/or articles for the scrapbook. Chairman Thompson congratulated Peters for the scholarship she received. ITEM 8' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/OUESTIONS -- None ITEM 9' INFORMATION ,. Kenai City Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21, 2000. Volunteer Reception Invitation Chairman Thompson reminded the commissioners of the volunteer reception and drew attention to the flyer in the meeting packet. ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 9, 2001 PAGE 2 MOTION: Commissioner Peters MOVED to adjourn. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Respect~lly submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 9,2001 PAGE 3 KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTMTY ROOM APRIL 3, 2001 7:30 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER ~k ROLL CALL ITEM 2: ,, AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3' APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- March 6,2001 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5: REPORTS Director Friends of the Library City Council Liaison ITEM 6- OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Library Expansion Funding ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS ITEM 8' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ITEM 9' INFORMATION Kenai City Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21,2001. Volunteer Reception Invitation ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM APRIL 3, 2001 7:30 P.M. MINUTES ITEM 1- CALL TO ORDER/k, 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: Public: Rodes, Peters, Amen, Brenckle, Heus, Brown, DeForest None Library Director Jankowska, Councilman Moore, Contract Secretary Shalev Ethel Clausen ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAL MOTION: Co_m__missioner Brenckle MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Heus 8F_.I2ONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- March 6,2001 MOTION: Commissioner Rodes MOVED to approve the minutes as presented. Commissioner Amen SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. $O ORDERED. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE H~RD- -None ITEM 5- REPORTS 5-a. Director -- Director Jankowska reported on the following: · The new firewall and DSL was successfully installed. · New shelving was installed to provide an expanded juvenile section that will provide a larger area for the juvenile book section as well as a larger sitting area. · She attended a meeting with Finance Director Ross to discuss the proposed $1 million expansion fund for the library. Ross stated to Jankowska the City of Kenai would pay for an architect to work with her and the Library Commission to provide several structural and budgetary ideas and an estimation of costs. · She provided the Commission w/th a blueprint of the library layout. A general discussion took place regarding various design ideas, ADA requirements, and concerns regarding whether $1 million would cover expansion basics as the proposed amount must be all inclusive (air circulation, heating, wiring, furniture, etc). * The University Database (Database for Alaskans) is being threatened. The Database for Alaskans provides full text periodicals and other educational information and is state funded. Jankowska explained the seriousness of losing funding for this valuable site and encouraged others who may be concerned to write a public opinion message to a state representative. S-b. F~lends of the Libm~r -- Commissioner Heus reported on the following: * The March 15 Writer's Night was successful. Proceeds were split with the KCVB ($480.00 each). *Friends of the Library membership is at approximately 149. *A discussion will take place at the next meeting regarding corporate support and additional fund raising. The Friends currently sell See's candies, stationary, pins and calendars for their fund-raising efforts. *The Summer Book .Sale discussion was tabled. Further discussion will take place regarding which summer month will be best. *New officers will be coming up for election. Heus will keep the Commission apprised of any developments. *Friends of the Library will discuss a possible fund-raising effort toward the purchase of a microfilm reader/printer. 5-c. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Moore and the Library Commission briefly discussed bond issues related to library funding. In addition, Councilman Moore gave a brief recap and clarification of the March 21,2001 City Council Meeting discussions which referred to the Kenai Library. ITEM 6' OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Library Expansion Funding MOTION: Commissioner Heus MOVED that the Library Commission accept the City Council proposal of $1 Million for the library expansion and that the amount be put aside in a Capital Improvement Fund. Commissioner Brenckle SECONDED the motion. VOTE: Heus' lYes Brown: Yes Peters: Brenckle: Yes I Amen: Yes DeForest: Yes Rodes: Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS -- None ,, LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 3,2001 PAGE 2 ITEM 8: COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/~UESTION,,,S -- None ITEM 9: INFORMATION ,, Kenai City Council Action AEendas of March 7 and 21,2001. Volunteer Reception Invitation ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Heus MOVED to adjourn and Commissioner Brenckle SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 3,2001 PAGE 3 A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949 163 MAIN STREET LOOP KENAI, ALASKA 99611 (907) 283-4378 REPORT FOR MARCH, 2001 CIRCULATION Adult Juvenile Fiction 2354 Non-Fiction 2094 Periodicals 96 Cassettes Intemet Access CDs 290 663 86 Total Primed Materials ............. 7232 Total Circulation .................... 9831 Kits 10 417 278 1V[isc. Easy Books 1555 438 Puzzles 8 Videos 1481 ADDITIONS Docs Adult Juvenile Gifts 33 43 6 Purchases 103 10 Total Additions .......................... 259 Easy Books 10' 5 AV 24 25 INTERLIBRAKY LOANS Ordered Received Returned Books 34 14 20 INTE~IBRARY LOANS BY OUR LIBRARY ............ 52 INTENT ............................. 663 VOLUN~ERS Number .....13 Total Hours ..... 154 INCOME Fines and Rental Books Xerox Lost or Damaged Books $1,816.20 366.75 132.00 Total Income for March, 2001 ............ $2,314.95 A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949 163 MAIN STREET LOOP KENAI, ALASKA 99611 (907) 283-4378 Library Cards Issued March, 2001 Kenai 50 Anchor Point Kasilof Nikiski 15 Ninilchik Soldotna 12 Sterling Other Total 96 Library Patronage .... 7,635 Persons Adult Programs ........76 Persons Childrens' Programs... 151 Persons KENAI PARKS/k RECREATION COMMISSION APRIL 5, 2001 CITY HALL COUNCIl, CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3- APPROVAL OF MINUTES - March 1,2001 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Goals & Objectives Draft List ITEM 7: ao REPORTS Commission Chair Director City Council Liaison ITEM 8: COMMISSION QUESTIONS/h COMMENTS ITEM 9: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 10: INFORMATION a, Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21,2001. Beautification Committee Minutes of March '13,2001 Volunteer Reception Invitation ITEM 11: ADJOURNMENT KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION APRIL 5, 2001 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ?:00 P.M. MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL Vice Chairman Jack Castimore called the meeting to order at 7' 10 p.m. Members Present: Jack Castimore, Kelly Gifford Members Absent: Richard Hultberg, Tim Wisniewski, Dale Sandahl, Mike Baxter, Sam Steiner Others Present: Councilman Bill Frazer, Parks Director Bob Frates, Contract Secretary Barb Roper A quorum was not established so Vice-Chair Castimore cancelled the meeting at 7:12 p.m. ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3' APPROVAL OF MINUTES - March 1,2001 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS ITEM 6' NEW BUSINESS a. Discussion -- Goals & Objectives Draft List ITEM 7: REPORTS a. 'Commission Chair b. Director c. City Council Liaison ITEM 8: COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS ITEM 9: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 10: INFORMATION a. Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21,2001. Beautification Committee Minutes of March 13,2001 Volunteer Reception Invitation ITEM 11' ADJOURNMENT CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS March 28, 2001 - 7:00 p.m. http ://www.ci.kenai.ak.us le CALL TO ORDER: a. Roll Call b. Agenda Approval c. Approval of Minutes: March 14, 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: a. PZ01-12--Preliminary Plat--Inlet Woods Subdivision- Kenai Replat~Submitted by Integrity Surveys, 605 Swires Road, Kenai, Alaska. b. PZ01-14---Preliminary Plat--Nicole Estates--Submitted by Swan Surveying, P.O. Box 987, Soldotna, Alaska. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. PZ01-1 l~An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Hotel (short-term recreational rentals) for the property known as Lot 1, Block 2, Anglers Acres Subdivision, Part 2 (1230 Angler Drive), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Brian Lowe, Hi-Lo Charters, 1005 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. 5. OLD BUSINESS: 6. NEW BUSINESS' a. *PZ01-13--Home Occupation Permit- Day Care~For the property known as Lot 1, Block 1, Kenai Peninsula Estates Subdivision, Part 1 (2505 Watergate Way), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Marian F. Van Home, 2505 Watergate Way, Kenai, Alaska. 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. Wince-Corthell-Bryson letter of 3/9/01 advising of agency scoping meeting on ADOT&PF Kenai River Bridge Access Road Pathway on March 27th at 1:30 p.m. at Kenai City Council Chambers. b. "Zoning Bulletin"- February 25, 2001 c. "Group Homes" Article d. Angler Acres Conditional Uses and Variance Permits Report 12. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 13. ADJOURNMENT' PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 28, 2001 PAGE CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS MARCH 28, 2001 - 7:00 P.M. MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at 7'00 p.m. 1-a. Roll Call Members Present: Carl Glick, Phil Bryson, Ron Goecke, Mike Morse Members Absent: Barb Nord, Donald Erwin, Amy Jackman Others Present: Councilman Duane Bannock, Administrative Assistant Marilyn Kebschull, Contract Secretary Barb Roper 1 -b. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the agenda to include the lay down items provided prior to the meeting and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.. Commissioner Glick SECONDED the motion. There were no objections., SO ORDERED. 1 Approval of Minutes- March 14, 2001 MOTION: Commissioner Glick MOVED to approve the Minutes of March 14,2001 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 1 -d. Consent Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Glick MOVED to approve PZ01-13 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Morse SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 2,: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT -- None. ITEM 3: CONSIDERATION OF PLATS PZ01-12--Preliminary Plat--Inlet Woods Subdivision- Kenai Replat~Submitted by Integrity Surveys, 605 Swires Road, Kenai, MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve PZ01-12 and Commissioner Morse SECONDED the motion. Kebschull indicated the lots were being combined in order to make them larger and confirmed the City of Kenai owned the lots. Councilman Bannock stated the idea to spur development was discussed during the economic forum as well as the lack of large lots within the city. It was noted larger lots might sell better. Discussion also took place on the type of structures allowed on the larger lots. VOTE: Bryson Yes Erwin Absent Glick Yes Nord Absent Morse Yes Jackman Absent Goecke Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. PZ01-14--Preliminary Plat--Nicole Estates--Submitted by Swan Surveying, P.O. Box 987, Soldotna, Alaska. MOTION: Commissioner Glick MOVED to approve PZ01-14 and Commissioner Morse SECONDED the motion. Kebschull noted the Kenai Peninsula Borough needed to confirm the correct street name. Currently the parcel base map indicates the as 81~t Avenue SE and the E911 system lists it as North Strawberry Road. The Borough stated the road is State maintained therefore the State should be contacted. Kebschull added, the City is waiting to hear back from the Borough. Kebschull also noted, a right of way existed which currently is not being maintained. VOTE: Erwin Absent Glick Yes Nord Absent Morse Yes Jackman Absent Yes Goecke Yes Bryson PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 28,2001 PAGE 2 MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 4: PUBLIC HEARINGS PZ01-11--An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Hotel (short-term recreational rentals) for the property known as Lot 1, Block 2, AnElers Acres Subdivision, Part 2 {1230 AnEler Drive), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Brian Lowe, Hi-Lo Charters, 1005 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. MOTION: Commissioner Glick MOVED to approve PZ01-11 and Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion. There was no public comment. Kebschull noted the permit was for short-term recreational rentals in Angler's Acres and the applicant made no mention of food service but should that be introduced in the future, then staff recommended the appropriate DEC requirements be met. Kebschull also noted, the applicant provided a plot plan showing DEC approve for the onsite water and sewer system. Kebschu11 pointed out the plot plan indicated a four-plex, but the applicant advised the structure would be a tri-plex. Kebschull added, the structures must be inspected by the Fire Marshall and meet fire code requirements for the proposed use and inspected every two years after the initial Fire Marshall inspection. Kebschull drew attention to the letter provided prior to the meeting where a Mr. Lee expressed concern about trespassing. Kebschull reported the applicant owns the property on the other side and trespassing has never been an issue. Commissioner Bryson requested a point of order and requested the public hearing be formally opened. Chairman Goecke opened public hearing. There was no public comment and the public hea.h~g was closed. Goecke stated he did not think the city should involve itself with DEC requirements for water and sewer, as that is a DEC problem and not the city's. Kebschull explained, with conditional uses in high-density areas, the city reserves the right to require applicants meet DEC requirements as much focus had been placed on water contamination in those areas. Any documentation from DEC is kept in the fde. MOTION TO AMEND: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to amend the motion to include staff recommendations and Commissioner Glick SECONDED the motion. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 28, 2001 PAGE 3 VOTE ON AMENDMENT: Glick Yes Jackman Absent Goecke Yes Nord Bryson Absent Yes Morse Erwin Yes Absent MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. VOTE ON THE MAIN AMENDED MOTION: INord Bryson [ Glick Absent Yes Yes Morse Yes Jackman Absent Erwin Absent Goecke Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS-- None. ITEM 6' NEW BUSINESS PZ01-13--Home Occupation Permit- Day Care--For the property k~own as Lot 1, Block 1, Kenai Peninsula Estates Subdivision, Part I {2505 Watergate Way}~ Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Marian F. Van Home, 2505 Watergate Way, Kenai, Alaska. Introduced by consent agenda. ITEM 7: PENDING ITEMS-- None. ITEM 8- CODE ENFORCEMENT -- None. ITEM 9' REPORTS _ 9-a. City Council -- Councilman Bannock reported on the City Council agenda included in the meeting packet. He noted the city's new sign code was passed with one minor addition. Bannock thanked the Commission for their excellent input. Bannock stated the Board of Adjustment, had heard the appeal regarding the Michael Kent application and no decision had yet.been made. However, as a result of that appeal, there is discussion about adding "lodge" and "guide service" to the land use table which would modify the definition for "hotel". After some discussion as to the conditional use permits for those types of uses, it was decided the item would be placed on the agenda for the next meeting so the full commission could discuss it in further detail. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 28, 2001 PAGE 4 9-b. Borough Planning- Commissioner Bryson §ave a report based on the Borou§h's a§enda included in the packet. 9-c. Administration - Kebschull reported the following: . Comprehensive Plan proposals are due on April 9~ and staff needs someone from the Commission to assist in the review process and the commissioner selected should be someone that will be available during the day. Kebschull requested a name be provided at the next meeting. · Letters would be sent to all day-care providers and B&B's within the city advising them of the requirement for a Fire Marshall inspection. · Referred to the memo included in the packet from the City Clerk addressing consent agenda items and noting that once a motion approves a consent agenda item, then there shall be no discussion on the item. If discussion is .required, the item needs to be removed from the consent agenda. · Referred to Item 9-c of the meeting packet addressing limitations on municipal regulation of radio antennas. ITEM 10' P~'.RSONS pI~RSENT NOT SCHEDULED-- None. ITEM 11_' 11-a. ll-b. 11-c. ll-d. ITEM 121 !~ORMATION ITEMS Wince-Corthell-Bryson letter of 3 / 9 / 01 advising of agency scoping meeting on ADOT&PF Kenai River Bridge Access Road Pathway on March 27th at 1:30 p.m. at Kenai City Council Chambers. "Zoning Bulletin"- February 25,2001 "Group Homes" Article Angler Acres Conditional Uses and Variance Permits Report COM_M!SSION COMMENTS/l~ (~UESTIONS Commissioner Bryson reported briefly on the meeting held on March 27th regarding the Kenai River Bridge access road pathway. Commissioner Glick stated that because of the many conditional use permit applications for Angler's Acres, a new zone needed to be developed to fit that area as the recreation zone no longer works for that area. Goecke agreed. Chairman Goecke drew attention to the invitation in the packet for the Volunteer Appreciation Reception to be held on April 27th at the Kenai Senior Center. ITEM 13' ADJOURNMENT PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 28,2001 PAGE 5 MOTION: Commissioner Brys0n. MOVED to adjourn. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 28, 2001 PAGE 6 KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTL,~ APRIL 10, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS ITEM 1' ITEM 2' ITEM 3' ***AGENDA*** CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- March 13,2001 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5' a, ITEM 6. OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Volunteer Shirts NEW BUSINESS ITEM 7: REPORTS a, Committee Chair Parks & Recreation Director Kenai City Council Liaison ITEM 8: OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS 'ITEM 9' a, ITEM 10: INFORMATION Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of March 1,2001. City Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21,2001. Volunteer Reception Invitation ADJOURNMENT KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE APRIL 10, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS MINUTES The Beautification Committee held a Volunteer Reception on April 10, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. for the Public. The Committee provided refreshments and various informational items. Roll call was not taken as Chair Dimmick noted at 7:10 p.m. that a quorum could not be established. Present: Absent: Others Present: Dimmick, Overturf, Rogers Hansen, Buffington, Nelson, Brown, Hett Parks and Recreation Director Frates, Contract Secretary Shalev ITEM 1- CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL: ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3' APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- March 13,2001 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS a. Discussion -- Volunteer Shirts ITEM 6- NEW BUSINESS ITEM 7: REPORTS ae Committee Chair Parks & Recreation Director Kenai City Council Liaison ITEM 8: QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS ITEM 9: INFORMATION ae Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of March 1,2001. City Council Action Agendas of March 7 and 21,2001. Volunteer Reception Invitation ITEM 10' ADJOURNMENT AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING APRIL 4, 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 ,, Ordinance No. 1901-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $4,607,137 in the ARFF/SRE Capital Project Fund. C. Motion to Adopt Motion to Substitute Substitute Ordinance No. 1901-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $4,130,973.70 in the ARFF/SRE Capital Project Fund. Consideration of Ordinance. o Ordinance No. 1902-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $100,000 in the General Fund and Multipurpose Facility Capital Project Fund for Engineering Design of Upgrading the Facility for Refrigerated Ice and Miscellaneous Improvements. . Ordinance No. 1903-2001 -- Transferring $25,000 in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund and Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $25,000 in the Comprehensive Plan Fund. . Ordinance No. 1904-2001 -- Finding That Certain City-Owned Lands Located in Inlet Woods Subdivision, As Shown on the Attached Exhibit A Map, Are Not Required for a Public Purpose. -1- . o Ordinance No. 1905-2001 -- Finding That Certain City-Owned Lands Located in Inlet Woods Subdivision, as Shown on the Attached Exhibit A, Are 'Not Required for Public Purpose. Resolution No. 2001-19 -- Approving a COntract to G&S Construction, Inc. for the Project Entitled Kenai Airport ARFF/SRE Facility -2001 for the Total Amount of $3,716,383. , Resolution No. 2001-20 -- Awarding a Contract for Construction Administration Services on the Project Entitled, Kenai Airport ARFF/SRE Facility to RIM Architects for the Not-To-Exceed Amount of $276,698. , Resolution No. 2001-21 -- Awarding a Contract for Professional Design Services for the Project Entitled Multipurpose Facility Refrigeration to Architects Alaska/K lauder & Company Associated Architects for the Not- to-Exceed Amount of $90,000. . Resolution No. 2001-22 -- Transferrin§ $3,500 in the Wellhouse No. 4 Capital Project Fund for Survey Work to Locate Existing Water Wells. ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS , 2. 3. 4, 5. 6. 7. 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 ITEM E: MINUTES , *February 15, 2001 City Council Work Session Notes *February 22,2001 City Council Work Session Notes *Regular Meeting of March 21,2001. ITEM F' CORRESPONDENCE ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS o Discussion -- Sale of Block 3,. Five Irons Heights Subdivision ITEM H' ,, NEW BUSINESS , Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified -2- , Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 , *Ordinance No. 1906-2001 -- Amending KMC 7.25.020 to Increase the Amount Allowed to be Transferred in Line Item Accounts Within a Fund Without Council Approval From Less Than $1,000 to Less Than $2,500 and Removing the Limitation on Transfer Authority From Personal Services. o Approval -- Assignment of Lease/Lot 2, Block 5, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park-- From M.J. Grimm and R.J. Johnson to R.J. Johnson. , Approval -, Assignments of Shore Fishery Leases/Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 -- From Kendall H. Carlson (Tract B) and Thad A. Carlson (Tract A) to Boyd O. Campbell. , Discussion -- Schedule Work Session Regarding City Manager Search , ITEM I: Discussion -- Reschedule July 4, 2001 Council Meeting. 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 -3- KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING APRIL 4, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www, ci.kenai.ak.us MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7'02 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building. A-X. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. A-2. ROLL CALL... Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Porter, Bannock, and Frazer Present were' Williams, Bookey, Swarner, Moore, A-3. AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda: ADD AS: B-l, Fred Braun -- Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau regarding 2001' A Fish Odyssey MOTION' Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to approve the agenda as amended .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 to approve the consent agenda as presented and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 2 ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS B-1. Fred Braun -- Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau/2001' A Fish Odyssey Braun reported the "2001' A Fish Odyssey" art show would begin on May 1 at the Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center (KVCC) and a grand opening reception would be held on May 4. He invited the council and audience to attend. He also reported 115 artists from Alaska and other states would be submitting their work for the art show. He explained the Center was soliciting sponsorships to help defray costs involved w/th the show and requested the city donate $1,000 for a Red Salmon sponsorship. Funds received from entrance fees for the exhibit would be used to help to purchase the fish mount exhibit now at the Center. Braun also explained sponsors of the art show would receive free passes, posters of the exhibit, and would be recognized in the advertising of the show. In an effort to better advertise the art show, the Center is working with other tourism contacts, requesting local businesses for their support through window decorations in the fish odyssey theme, and both the Kenai and Soldotna Chambers would be using the theme for the Fourth of July and Soldotna Days parades. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED to support the art show at the Red Salmon entry for $1,000 and Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion. VOTE: Williams: Yes Bookey: Yes Swarner: Yes Moore: Yes Porter: Yes Bannock: Yes Frazer: Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. A short discussion took place in regard to the origin of the metal bear statute placed at the Kenai Chamber cabin. It was noted the metal sculpture was designed by Richard Tumbull in the early 1980's. It was originally placed as an exhibit but became permanent and then purchased by the Chamber through a fundraiser prompted by Ed Garnett. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS C-1o Ordinance No. 1901-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $4,607,137 in the ARFF/SRE Capital Project Fund. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4,2001 PAGE 3 C-la. Motion to Adopt MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to adopt Ordinance No. 1901-2001 and Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. C-lb. Motion to Substitute -- Substitute Ordinance No. 1901-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $4,130,973.70 in the ARFF/SRE Capital Project Fund. MOTION TO SUBSTITUTE: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to substitute Ordinance No. 1901-2001 {marked as C-lb in the packet). Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. There were no public or council comments. C-lc. Consideration of Ordinance. VOTE: Williams' Moore: Frazerl Yes Yes Yes Booker_.' Porter: Yes Swarner; Yes Yes Bannock: Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-2. Ordinance No. 1902-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $100,000 in the General Fund and Multipurpose Facility Capital Project Fund for Engineering Design of Upgrading the Facility for Refrigerated Ice and Miscellaneous Improvements. MOTION: Councilwoman Porter MOVED for approve of Ordinance No. 1902-2001 and Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 4 Williams: I Yes Moore: Yes Frazer: Yes Booker' Yes Swarner' [Yes Porter' Yes Bannock: [ Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-3. Ordinance No. 1903-2001 -- Transfemng $25,000 in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund and Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $25,000 in the Comprehensive Plan Fund. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1903-01 and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: Williams' Yes Booke¥: Yes Swarner: Yes Moore: Yes Porter: Yes Bannock: Yes Frazer: Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-4. Ordinance No. 1904-2001 -- Finding That Certain City-Owned Lands Located in Inlet Woods Subdivision, As Shown on the Attached Exhibit A Map, Are Not Required for a Public Purpose. MOTION: Councilman Frazer MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1904-2001 and Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. City Manager Ross reported the two lots were received through foreclosures. A Clerk's Deed was received initially and subsequently a quit claim deed was received in order to make the lots available for sale. Ross also noted, the city would be receiving other foreclosure lots in the near future. ., City Attorney Graves explained, Clerk's Deeds for the properties would not support insurable titles. The former owners were contacted and quit claim deeds were received allowing the titles tO be insurable. Referencing Ordinance No. 1905-2001, Graves explained those lots were cleared by the court and had clear titles. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4,2001 PAGE 5 VOTE: Williams' Moore' Frazer: Yes Yes Yes Bookey: Porter: Yes Yes Swarnerl Bannock: Yes Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-5. Ordinance No. 1905-2001 -- Finding That Certain City-Owned Lands Located in Inlet Woods Subdivision, as Shown on the Attached Exhibit A, Are Not Required for Public Purpose. MOTION: Councilman Moore MOVED to adoption Ordinance No. 1905-2001 and Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. Moore noted he supported administration's recommendation but had concerns that perhaps the matter should be returned to the Planning & Zoning and Parks & Recreation Commissions since they both voted to retain Lots 18-27 and not make them available for public use. He suggested administration prepare a memorandum explaining their reasons for making Lots 18, 19, 20, 26 and 27 available for sale so the commissions have the opportunity to concur. Porter agreed and added, the commissions gave a lot of thought to the matter and she attended the meeting when the Parks & Recreation Commission discussed the issue and they were quite adamant about their decision. Ross referred to his memorandum included in the packet and explained the Planning & Zoning Commission's confusion in their discussions was in regard to drainage. He noted, the drainage pipe comes in on Lots 25 and 21. The pipe could be extended to shape the pond back into the other lots and fill added around the area for future development of a park. He added, the area would include over two acres of park with a pond in the middle. Bannock reported he spoke with one of the Planning & Zoning commissioners who voted to keep all the lots for public use. After showing him Ross' memorandum, the commissioner said he wouldn't have a problem with keeping only Lots 21-25. Bannock stated he believed Lots 18-20 and 26-27 were very desirable lots on which to build and strongly recommended they be made available for sale. FraZer stated he agreed with Bannock and added, he attended the Planning & Zoning Commission during which the matter was discussed. He noted, there were issues of safety and drainage discussed during the meeting, but believed administration had thoroughly researched the matter and that the lots should be made available for sale. ~NAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 6 Porter noted she had no problem with administration's plan, bUt as a courtesy, felt the commissions should be given the opportunity to review the matter again. Bookey stated he wanted to go forward with the ordinance. Moore asked how the ordinance would affect the upcoming sale as the lots had not yet been appraised. Ross noted, these lots would be appraised separately. VOTE: Williams' Yes Bookey: Yes Swarner: Yes Moore: Yes Porter: No Bannock: Yes Frazer: Yes MOTION PASSED. C-6. Resolution No. 2001-19 -- Approving a Contract to G&S Construction, Inc. for the Project Entitled Kenai Airport ARFF/SRE Facility -2001 for the TOtal Amount of $3,716,383. MOTION:' Councilwoman Swamer MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-19 and Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Resolution No. 2001-20 -- Awarding a Contract for Construction Administration Services on the Project Entitled, Kenai Airport ARFF/SRE Facility to RIM Architects for the Not-To-Exceed Amount of $276,698. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-20 and Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 7 C-8o Resolution No. 2001-21 -- Awarding a Contract for Professional Design Services for the Project Entitled Multipurpose Facility Refrigeration to Architects Alaska/Klauder & Company Associated Architects for the Not- to-Exceed Amount of $90,000. MOTION: Councilman Frazer MOVED for approve of Resolution No. 2001-22 and Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Resolution No. 2001-22 -- Transferring $3,500 in the Wellhouse No. 4 Capital Project Fund for Survey Work to Locate Existing Water Wells. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-22 and Councilwoman Swamer SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. · ITEM D: ' COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS D-1. Council on Aging -- Porter reported no meeting had been held, however tickets were available for Friday's Mystery Night Dinner fundraiser. D-2. Airport Commission -- Swarner reported the next meeting would be held on Thursday, April 12. She also noted, she attended a portion of the FAA meeting held at the PRISM building regarding airport incidents. D-3. Harbor Commission -- Bookey reported the next meeting would be held on Monday, April 9. D-4. Library Commission -- Moore reported a meeting was held on April 3 and a report from the Library Director revealed the State's library database was again being threatened by the budget process and encouraged council members to send KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 8 messages in support of the funding to the legislators. He also reported the Friends of the Library were considering using some of their funds to purchase a new microfilm reader/printer for the library. Moore also reported the Commission discussed the proposed library expansion and unanimously passed a motion to accept the council's proposal of $1 million for a library expansion and the amount be set aside in the capital improvement fund. Ross reported Public Works Manager La Shot, Commission Chair Bob Peters, and he met in regard to the proposed expansion. La Shot will attend the next Commission meeting to discuss the Commission/Library's plans and how they would fit into the council's message and then based on that, La Shot will negotiate with Architect Bill Kluge for a set amount to prepare design schematics which would be reviewed by the Commission and then forwarded to council for review and approval. Council would then decide whether to proceed with architect/engineering for the project. Ross added, it was reported to him the Library Commission wants to take the opportunity to see if they can leverage that type of work to get foundation funds to match what the city would offer for the project. D-5, Parks/1~ Recreation Commission -- Frazer reported the next meeting would be held on Thursday, April 5. D-6. Planning/1~ Zoning Commission -- Bannock reported the Commission unanimously supported the combining of Inlet Woods lots (previously discussed by council) to allow for larger homes to be built. He also reported the commission briefly discussed the Board of Adjustment hearing held in regard to properties at Anglers' Acres and proposed language to amend the code to include a definition for "lodge." Moore asked if the Commission supported the combining of lots in Inlet Woods and Bannock noted they were in full support of the action. D-?. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committ~s D-Ta. Beautification Committee -- Swarner reported the next meeting would be held on April 10,2001. D-7b. Kenai Convention/g Visitors Bureau Board -- Fred Braun updated council as follows' · Revenues from fundraising efforts (bingo, etc.) were up. · Another key employee resigned and took a job offering a benefits package. · Executive Director Tarr was asked to research benefit packages and report costs, etc. to the Board. · Inquiries increased which also raised their printing and postage costs. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 9 · They are enjoying a very strong membership this year and are looking forward to a busy season. A general discussion followed in regard to benefit packages and whether the possibility of a pool of non-profits could be formed to acquire benefit packages or if the Center could join the same insurance pool as the city without including the Center's employees as city employees. Frazer offered help with insurance contacts. D-Tc. Alaska Municipal League Report -- Bannock reported he recently traveled to Juneau on company business, but while there visited with Representatives Lancaster and Chenault and discussed issues in regard to potential funding for the city's coastal trail/bluff erosion project; concerns about the proposed private prison at Wildwood; and the city's Capital Improvement Project list in regard to the request for funding to offset dip net fishery costs to the city. BREAK TAKEN: 8:10 P.M. BACK TO ORDER: $:25 P.M. ITEM E_i'. E-1. MI~TES February 15,2001 City Council Work Session Notes Approved by consent agenda. E-2. February 22, 2001 City Council Work Session Notes Approved by consent agenda. E-3. Regular Meeting of March 21,2001. ITEM F' Approved by consent agenda. cORRESPONDENCE-- None. ITEM G_i: OLD BUSII~ES_S G-1. Discussion -- Sale of Block 3, Five Irons Heights Subdivision Ross reviewed a memorandum included in the packet and noted it contained several issues which council would have to decide upon in regard to restrictions they may want to include on the property and zoning concerns (he pointed out the property was currently zoned Recreational which would allow commercial businesses on the properties) which were items needing addressed prior to preparation of the appraisal. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 10 Ross also reported he met with the requestor of the sale (Shawn Anderson) and was told he had a development schedule available for council review and would not object to a cash sale. Ross also stated council would need to decide upon whether it will be the responsibility of the developer to install utilities. Shawn Anderson: Explained the property would be developed as upscale residential homes and there would be no commercial structures. He stated it was very important the appraisal be done within the next three weeks so that he could proceed with plans, etc. Discussion followed as to whether Anderson's plan for developing a residential area would include single or multi-family dwellings or townhouses. It was pointed out, the property was currently zoned recreation which would allow tri-family dwellings or a total of 24 units. Anderson noted, the structures he would build would all be high- end residential, his developmental plan had a target market, and he had no objections to covenants being placed on the property (he noted he considered other golf course lots previously, but decided not to purchase because there were no covenants and didn't want to build an upscale structure and have something built next door that might detract from the value), and would be willing to work with the city in the future. Williams noted, council also wanted the property to be used at its highest and best use for both the developer and the city. Ross explained the items required in order to go forward with the appraisal: · What restrictions would be put on the deed, i.e. covenants, structure sizes/types, no commercial, etc. as that would have a bearing on the appraisal. Whether the developer will be responsible for placement of utilities (gas, electric, phone, upgrade of the road, etc.) or if the property would be sold "as is." · Whether the city will need to participate in extension of the sewer/water line placement. Ross also noted he did not anticipate notification of possible legislative funding before the end of May. Swarner noted, the property would be worth more if the water/sewer were placed and she was definitely interested in covenants being placed on the property, including building size, architecture review committee of the neighbors, etc. Bookey noted, since he had been on council, it was council's desire to get the best value from the property and that the property is developed correctly. Bookey stated he thought deed restrictions should be placed on the property instead of covenants because once the property is sold, the owner (prior to development) could change the covenants, but deed restrictions would stay. Bookey added, he wanted time-specific restrictions included for the development of the properties as well. In regard to SWarner's comments, Frazer stated building size restrictions would be acceptable, but didn't know if putting the city in an architectural review situation would be appropriate. He added, the city needed to do whatever was needed to KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 11 proceed with the appraisal and didn't think he wanted to go further than a timeline on the building development and building size restrictions; didn't think the city should get involved in architectural reviews as standards would have to be developed; thought the water line issue could be dealt with at a later time; and do the minimum in order to proceed with the appraisal, etc. Swarner noted, it was not known whether Anderson would be the successful bidder and she felt it was very important to put restrictions on the property now. She added, the city would not have to get involved with architectural reviews as that would be developed by the neighborhood. Williams added, unless the deed restrictions were established prior to the sale, the buyer would be the architectural review and covenant committee. Refemng to Ross' memorandum, Bannock noted he felt the council needed first to decide whether they wanted to sell the property. He added, he believed there was commitment and the property should be sold. Council attended to the questions by paragraph· Paragraph No. 2' Williams referred to Paragraph No. 2.of the memorandum and asked Anderson his intention in regard to a term or cash sale with a reversionary clause included. Anderson noted he would like to do a cash sale, if that would show his willingness to go forward with the development. Williams noted, pending the appraisal and outcome of other discussions, the buyer was ready to do a cash sale and asked if the council wanted to proceed with a cash sale. Council's consensus was yes, to go forward with a cash sale. Paragraph No. 3' Should the developer have the sole responsibility of installing gas, electric and telephone extensions to the property? Council's consensus was yes. Paragraph No. 4.; Should the developer have the responsibility to extend full-size water line along the entire front portion of the property with the thought the city may want to tie into it with the water line at a later time. Bannock explained, if they were at the negotiation portion of the sale, the city should require the developer to install the same system (believed it to be a 12" main) for the whole length so that sometime in the future there could be a simple continuation of the line. He noted, that would double the cost of running the line in the area, however the city could participate either in the sale price or later-to-be-determined price (at sale time) because the city would be making an investment in itself. Williams referred to placement of water/sewer lines to Thompson Park and asked if the property, would be assessed for water/sewer. Ross suggested it would be a judgment call of council and that sometimes the costs of placing the mains have been the responsibility of the developer. He added, arguments could be made that placement of the lines would benefit other than the subdivider's property and he KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 12 discussed with Anderson the possibility of the developer approaching the Borough to £md out if they had plans for their adjoining land. Ross continued, if council decided to participate, he would tell the appraiser the level of participation and that would be reflected in the value of the property. However, he wouldn't tell the appraiser to appraise the property to reflect the developer bearing the cost for the water improvements to the property, knowing that in the future the city would be rebating the costs to the developer. Doing that would reflect costs to the taxpayers when putting in the system and a decreased land value for not having the system in place at the time of appraisal. Williams noted there was benefit to the property because the sewer line was already installed. In Thompson Park, the city paid for placing the line to the subdivision and then the property owners paid 25% of the costs through assessments. Williams stated the city would become the beneficiaries of a full-size 12" line through the whole property and going to a point that someday the city may tie onto it. He asked, how much should the city pay for that beneficial portion of the project. Bookey stated, normally, when tying into a development situation, the DEC requires the line to remain the same size. Williams asked what the city's participation should be and Bookey stated he didn't think the city should have to participate unless it wanted to do the whole water line project and then reflect those costs in the appraisal. He added,' if he were the developer, he would want to install the water line himself. Frazer asked what the estimated cost would be to install the water line. He suggested asking Anderson his thoughts if the city required the water line installation as part of the development. Then, if it becomes an issue, the sale price of the lot would reflect the city's participation. Williams noted a developer would be able to install the water line at a lower cost than the city could. He questioned whether the city would be circumventing the laws requiring to pay Davis/Bacon wages if it takes control of the water line because the city would be gaining a benefit. The answer given was no, there would be no Davis/Bacon problems and it would be beneficial to the developer to install the line. Bookey noted there would be no problem with a developer installing the line, but it would have to be done to DEC and city standards. Williams suggested the city could say the responsibility would be the developer's, but the installation, etc. would have to be to the city's specifications. Ross noted, that would be reflected in the appraisal and in the sale documents. Public Works Manager Komelis stated he would estimate the cost of installation to be between $75,000 to $130,000. Frazer noted, if the appraisal of the pro'perty were lowered because of those costs, the developer would be repaid for those costs through the .price he receives for the structure built. Frazer suggested the installation of the water line be the developer's responsibility. Council's consensus was that it would be the developer's responsibility to install the water main to the city's specifications. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 13 Road U~)~rade.'_ Ross stated that along with the water main, the developer would have the responsibility of bringing the road to city specifications. It would be the developer's choice whether the road would be paved or graveled. Ross noted, if the appraisal reflects that the city is requiring the developer to bring the road up to specifications, then that would be reflected in the sale documents. However, the appraisal instructions and the sale documents would then reflect in the appraisal of the land. Williams asked if cOuncil wanted the responsibility of paving the street, to the city's specifications, to be the developer's. Bannock stated he believed it was important to remember the more requirements added for the developer to do, would lower the appraisal price. Ross agreed, but the subdivision would be brought up to a grade and probably would save taxpayers 25% of the cost that it would cost a private developer to do it and raise the appraisal on the developer's finished product, which the city would benefit from as well. Consensus of council was yes, the developer is responsible for paving the road to the city's specifications. When asked if this 'requirement was nomE, Anderson stated it would be acceptable as long as the cost is reflected in the appraisal. Paragraph # 1 '. A lengthy discussion regarding covenants or deed restrictions took place. Swarner stated she believed there should not be commercial use allowed and a house size restriction. Council agreed the property should be restricted to non-commercial use. Williams asked comments regarding building size restrictions. Porter asked Anderson what square footage of buildings he was anticipating to build. Anderson stated he had no objections to size restrictions, as long as it was a minimum-size restriction. He added, he is developing an architectural plan and had made no specific decisions as to type of structures he would build. After the~appraisal is begun, he would return to discuss types of structures if council wished. He added, he was planning high-end homes and maybe townhouses. Williams asked Fred Braun (in the audience), if it would make a difference in the value of the property if the developer had the right to do anything he wished in regard to building single-family, townhouse or multi-family structures. Braun answered, the appraiser would address that and look at the size of the homes. If there are no guidelines given, it would probably lower the appraisal. Williams noted the present zoning would allow up to tri-plexes on each lot and asked if it would make a difference to the appraiser if he knew what type of structures wOuld be built. Braun stated he believed it would be addressed in an appraisal. Ross stated Braun was probably right when speaking of the finished product, however the appraiser would be noting what type of structures are permissible for the zone. He KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 14 added, what he needed to know was if there would be a restriction added that no tri- plexes would be allowed, etc. If so, he would relay that information to the appraiser and note that a deed restriction had been added. Ross added, the appraisal of the land would reflect the zone, what is permissible in the zone, and any deed restrictions included. Bookey asked if the appraiser would review the property as one lot and Ross answered the appraiser would review the property as the maximum square footage of the propert~ and into how many lots it could be divided. Bookey stated he didn't want tri-plexes built and suggested a deed restriction be included that would define what type of buildings they would want to see developed. Bannock noted, it was not a normal occurrence that the council required knowledge of what a developer would be building on property prior to an appraisal of the property being done. He added, the recreational zone is unique in that it allows mixed use, i.e. commercial and residential. Council made a decision to exclude allowance of commercial with a deed restriction. He suggested not asking potential developers what they planned to build so the appraisal could proceed. Bookey stated he didn't want a developer to plan on building structures that later on council might restrict. Bannock explained the code allowed from one to 24 dwellings on the property and that would be how the property would be appraised. Wi!!_/ams noted, there was concern by some council members that 24 dwellings (tri-plexes) not be allowed. Frazer stated he didn't want to restrict the property to single-family residences due to interest he had received by constituents. He suggested placing a minimum-size for structures which could still assure that upscale homes would be built on the property. Williams stated there was also a problem with the difference between a tri-plex, townhouse and condominium. Graves noted that if a tri-plex is built but units sold individually, would they really be townhomes which would require a conditional use permit. Frazer suggested each individual unit be required to be 2,000 square feet however there was concern that would hamper the developer's choice of design.. Bannock asked Ross if he had enough information to give to the appraiser for an appraisal. Ross answered, based on what was decided on the utilities there would not be a problem. He understood council to say there would be a deed restrictiOn on no commercial recreation which he would infom the appraiser. With that, he had the necessary instructions for the appraiser, however if council wanted to add deed restrictions in regard to the zoning, he would need to pass that information on to the appraiser. Limiting structures to square footage, etc. was not something the appraiser would be reviewing. Williams stated he believed the developer needed to understand that- if a tri-plex is built, a question may arise of whether the structure would be called a condominium or townhouse and could influence the amount he would want to offer for the property. Ross noted several of the issues brought up could be discussed at the time of approving the sales documents (under what conditions the city would sell the KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 15 property). For the appraisal he needed to know if council would be more restrictive than the zoning and who would be responsible for installation of utilities. He added, additional restrictions (floor space, conditional use for townhouses, etc.) could be added to sales documents and deed restrictions and probably would not have a land- value bearing on the appraisal. He noted, those items would reflect in the appraisal of what is developed. Williams stated concern the developer understood that it would be up to the Planning & Zoning-Commission whether a conditional use permit would be given. Ross stated an appraiser could not use "townhouse" in an appraisal as it was not permitted in' the zone. Anderson stated he understood he would have to come back for a conditional use permit for that type of structure. Frazer noted, the developer could decide not to bid on the property after 'the sales documents are approved by council (with restrictions added). Williams stated he wanted the developer to understand that clearly. Bookey agreed and added, he wanted to add a time restriction for development of the property. Ross stated he would bring that concern to the appraiser but didn't know if it could have an impact on the appraisal if a strong developmental clause was included on the sale with a reversionary feature in it. Bookey added, all the city's commercial property in downtown Kenai is leased, developed and then sold which could be another option to consider. MOTION: Councilman Bannock MOVED to direct administration to get an appraisal on this piece of ground and take us to the next step. Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. Wilhams asked Ross if there was any other information needed in order to go forward with an appraisal. Ross reviewed the instructions to give to the appraiser as follows: . Developer will install the water line (12" mare) . Developer will bring the road up to specifications and pave · There will be a deed restriction to further restrict zoning by saying no commercial recreational use. Bannock suggested that to insure there are no golf shops, hair salons, etc., the restriction should say "non-commercial" use. Graves agreed and stated he understood council wanted no commercial activity at all. Council agreed. Ross noted he would also add "cash sale." Swarner asked how long it would take to get the appraisal, etc. Ross stated he believed it would take approximately four weeks for the appraisal and while it is being done, he would have sales documents prepared and brought to council for their review KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 16 at the next council meeting. Council could then consider other restrictions they may want to add to the property. They would then be added upon receipt of the appraisal. Swarner noted to Anderson that it would take longer than the three weeks he stated was his time line at the beginning of the meeting. Anderson stated that if the appraisal was to proceed, it would be council's good faith to him that the property would be sold. With that, he would be willing to wait. Bookey added, just because council would go forward with the motion and the appraisal is done, there may be deed restrictions added and it was not a guaranteed sale at this point. Frazer noted, neither was it a guaranteed purchase. Anderson indicated he understood. VOTE: Williams' Yes Moore' Yes Frazer' Yes Bookey: Yes Porter: Yes Swarnerl Bannock: Yes Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM H: , NEW BUSINESS i-1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION' Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to pay the bills and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. H-2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding $2,500 and Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. i-3. Ordinance No. 1906-2001 -- Amending KMC 7.25.020 to Increase the Amount Allowed to be Transferred in Line Item Accounts Within a Fund Without Council Approval From Less Than $1,000 to Less Than $2,500 and Removing the Limitation on Transfer Authority From Personal Services. introduced by consent agenda. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 17 H-4o Approval -- Assignment of Lease/Lot 2, Block 5, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park-- From M.J. Grimm and R.J. Johnson to R.J. Johnson. MOTION: Councilwoman Porter MOVED to approve the Assignment of Lease, Lot 2, Block 5, COok Inlet Industrial Air Park, from M.J. Grimm and R.J. Johnson to R.J. Johnson and Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. It was noted administration reviewed the assignment and it was found to be in order. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Approval-- Assignments of Shore Fishery Leases/Tract A, City of Kena/ Shore Fishery No. 1 and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 -- From Kendall H. Carlson {Tract B) and Thad A. Carlson (Tract A) to Boyd O. Campbell. Ross explained an assignment for this lease had been before council in the past, however that assignment fell through and was explained in the memorandum included in the packet. The assignment was before them again with a different buyer. MOTION: Councilman Bannock MOVED to approve the Assignments of Shore Fishery Leases, Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1, from Kendall H. Carlson (Tract B) and Thad A. Carlson (Tract A) to Boyd O. Campbell. Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Discussion -- Schedule Work Session Regarding City Manager Search Ross reported 35 applications were received and one was withdrawn. Of the remaining applications, 15 completed the application process, including the supplemental information requests. The applications were available for council to review and he encouraged council to review the applications and make their selections prior to making reference calls, etc. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 18 Council set a work session for Wednesday, April 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the Kenai Senior Center if available and if not, the Kenai Visitors Center to review the applications and begin eliminations. Clerk Freas will check the availability and notify council and advertise the site. Discussion -- Reschedule July 4, 2001 Council Meeting. It was noted the first council meeting of July fell on July 4 which is a holiday. Council was asked to reset the meeting. The meeting date was changed to Thursday, July 5 in the council chambers at 7:00 p.m. The regularly scheduled Parks & Recreation Commission meeting will be moved to another site. ITEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS I-1o Mayor-- Mayor Williams discussed the following items: · The meeting with the Corps of Engineers in regard to the coastal trail/bluff restoration project went well. He attended it, as well as Councilman Bookey, Public Works Manager La Shot, members of Senator Murkowski's staff, Corps staff, and Paul Fuhs (Petratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc. representative). During the meeting, the city requested to proceed with the Corps permit application process. The Corps stated they would allow that but would not have funds available for the project and it would not be considered a Corps project. Bookey stated he didn't think the project was totally hopeless and thought Fuhs did a very good job in explaining the city's concerns and requests. He added, after the permit is received and the biological concerns are dealt with, other trips to Washington, DC will be required to discuss the matter further with the congressional delegation. ' Williams discussed the requirement of either an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement and their potential costs. Bookey stated he felt an environmental assessment would allow the permit to be approved. Ross was asked to contact Fuhs for an update. Public Works Manager Komelis reported he had been contacted by EPA who suggested the city should take its time and answer all their questions in the process. · Noted the condition of the parking lot at the Challenger Center/multipurpose facility was very bad and asked when the paving could begin. La Shot suggested the Center's lot could possibly be paved first as there was underground utility work to be done on the other side prior to it being paved. · He and Councilwoman Swamer met with Randy Chalawsky about funding for the documentary film he wants to develop regarding homesteading on the Kenai Peninsula. However, Chalawsky wanted council to understand he did not initiate the conversation in regard to funding and the suggestion came from Swarner and himself. He added, they suggested Chalawsky contact other Peninsula KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4,2001 PAGE 19 municipalities, the Municipality of Anchorage for funding, as well as the city. Williams' suggested a new city video could be produced at the same time. Swarner added, Chawlasky is associated with the public television station (KAKM) and his film would be a national PBS presentation. Williams noted no funding had been included in the draft legislative budget for a video and suggested funding could be included during the budget work sessions. I-~. City Manager-- Ross reported the following: · He attended a meeting in regard to the Unity Trail which is in the environmental assessment phase of the project. He noted, several issues came up during the meeting which the city may have to address in regard to amending the animal control ordinance to prohibit dogs from the trail which is proposed to run along the edge of the river wetlands from Kalifornsky Beach Road and Bridge Access Road. Another issue may be to require event permitting (possibly through the State of Alaska) during certain periods of the year. · He spoke with the Commissioner of Corrections who agreed to meet with council in regard to the proposed private prison to be situated at Wildwood. He noted, the borough had also suggested they meet with the Commissioner and spoke with Assembly members Navarre, Brown and Popp and asked if they would consider having a joint meeting at a Kenai location. Ross reported, there were no objections from Popp, Brown or Navarre. He added, the Commissioner would be coming to the area in late May and a meeting could be scheduled during her visit. · He will be meeting in Anchorage with Outdoor Parks and Fish & Game on April 6 regarding the dock and the bird viewing area. Swarner asked if there were any concerns mentioned at the trail meeting regarding four-wheeler and snow machine use on the wetlands and Ross answered they were not discussed. Williams stated the Chamber had asked if the council would be taking a position in regard to the prison as they would be developing a resolution. He noted, the answer he gave was that the city had no position until after hearing from the Department of Corrections and the Legislature makes its decision. Ross reported the City of Soldotna was putting forth a resolution dealing with private versus public prisons and if the borough had enough information to go forward with a private prison. I-3o Attorney-- No report. I-4o City Clerk -- No report. Finance Director-- No report. Public Works Managers -- La Shot: No report. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 20 Komelis' Reported he and La Shot met with representatives of Livingston- Slone and Wince-Corthell-Bryson in regard to use of city utilities for the proposed prison. Kornelis noted, he and La Shot requested them to consider the consequences that will impact the city's water/sewer system, i.e. water quantity, adjustments to the water/sewer plant, water/sewer mains upgrades, etc. He added, they outlined the system and made them aware of the problems the city anticipates. Williams noted a statement was made by a Livingston-Slone representative that there were 400,000 gallons extra capacity at the sewer plant and water was not a prOblem. He added, his comment back was that there was no extra capacity in the summer and the city absolutely would not sacrifice the 400,000 gallons in favor of the prison without an addition to it. Williams continued, if the reserves are sacrificed, it would sacrifice the ability for the community to grow without major expansions to the water/sewer plant. He added, he wanted to insure that if the city becomes involved with the prison in some way, the city seek out the absolute best deal it can in regard to utility expansion. Council agreed. Komelis also noted other concerns he discussed with them were lift stations and the road into Wildwood.as it would be used as access to the prison. · Komelis reported he requested the state consider replacing the AC water main along Forest Drive in October. An estimate of $300,000 was given for the work and the state wanted the city to pay for it. Because there was a break in the pipe, they were able to investigate the pipe and found it to be in good shape. He then requested the state to hire a professional leak detecting company to determine whether there are other problems in the line. If there are, at the time the pipe is uncovered, it would be determined whether the damage was done by the upgrade project or wear. If the damage is determined to have been done during the road project, the state would pay for the repair/replacement. Airport Manager-- No report. ITEM J' DISCUSSION J-X. Citizens-- None. J-2. Council Bookey -- Stated he really liked having information available on the city's website and felt the investment into the city's GIS system was money well spent. Swarner -- · Reported she had the opportunity to see the rented street sweeper the city uses and found it to be very efficient. She encouraged Ross to put things like that in the budget more often. · Saw the new police car and was pleased to see some of the police equipment from the damaged car was able to be used and placed in the new car. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4, 2001 PAGE 21 · She received requests from constituents to have trash cans placed intermittently on the bike trail along the Spur Highway and suggested there may be service organizations who may consider purchasing them. · Asked if a breakfast with other industry-oriented groups had been scheduled and Williams answered not at this time. · Suggested the state should be requested .to place curbs and gutters when upgrading the road into Wildwood. Moore -- No comments. Porter-- No comments. Bannock-- No comments. Frazer-- No comments. EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:30 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ I~J~2 M emoranClum Date: To: From: April 12, 2001 /. Richard A. Ross, City Manager~/ Kirn Howard, Assistant to City Manager Sale of Block 3, Five Irons Heights Subdivision Attached is a draf~ sale brochure for the referenced property. The brochure states this will be a cash sale. The section titled Property Information includes that it will be the responsibility of the buyer to extend a 12" water line main and construct and pave the road to City specifications. Natural gas, electric, telephone and cable television utilities will also be the responsibility of the buyer. Under Other Conditions of Sale a statement is included that deed restrictions will prohibit commercial development of the property. There are no references to development requirements or a reversionary clause if development requirements are not met. Does Council wish to add any additional items under Other Conditions of Sale? Attachment 2001 LAND SALE - FIVE IRONS HEIGFITS SUBDIVISION BLOCK 3 (Adjacent to Kenai Golf Course) BID DATE and TIME' ,2001 @ 11 '00 a.m. LOCATION' KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 2001 City of Kenai Land Sale - Five Irons Heights. Subdivision, Block 3 · 2001 @ 11:00 a.m. Table of Contents ,, General Information .............................................................. 1 Procedures ...................................................................... 2 - 3 Property Information ............................................................ 3 Other Conditions of Sale ....................................................... 3 Maps of Sale Parcels .......................................................... 4-5 Bid Form ............................................................................. 6 City of Kenai 2001 Land Sale - Five Irons Heights Subdivision, Block 3 General Information On _, 2001, at 11:00 a.m., the City of Kenai will be conducting a cash sale of residential property identified as Block 3, Five Irons Heights Subdivision, according to Plat No..97-105. 'Sealed bids will be opened in the Kenai City Hall building at 210 Fidalgo Avenue, in Kenai, Alaska. The property consists of 4.391 +_ acres and is located in a neighborhood zoned Recreation (R), fronting the north side of the Kenai Golf Course south of Lawton Drive, approximately 1.5 miles to the south and east of the downtown Kenai commercial district. Vicinity maps are included in this packet as Attachments A and B. The minimum bid price is $ ,000 and is based on fair market value considering the property is purchased as a cash sale. Property is to be sold subject to any and all restrictions, easements, or reservations of record, zoning ordinances, and any and ali plat requirements and covenants. All prospective bidders are urged to examine the parcel prior to the sale. No sUbsurface interest will be conveyed to the buyer. Prospective buyers are also advised that the City reserves the right to withdraw the parcel scheduled for sale, either before or after the bid opening. Conveyance will be by warranty deed. The buyer will take the property with no amounts due for City special assessments or for City or Borough property taxes for 2001 or prior years. Questions concerning the sale should be directed to Kim Howard at 283-7535, Ext. 223 at City Hall. City of Kenai 2001 Land Sale - Five Irons Heights Subdivision, Block 3 Procedures Bids must be submitted in Writing on the bid form included in this bid package. All bid forms must .be signed and completely filled out. Bidders must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the date of the bid opening. Any irregularities on the bid form, such as incomplete information, insufficient or inconsistent identification of the property, or lack of signature, may invalidate the bid. All bid forms mUst be sealed with the required bid deposit in an envelope addressed as follows' City of Kenai, Alaska 2001 Land Sale- Five Irons Heights Subdivision, Block 3 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 Bid envelopes must be received prior to the bid opening to be held at 11 '00 a.m. on , 2001 at City Hall at the above address. Hand delivery to Kim , Howard in City Hall is recommended. Once received by the City, a bid may not be withdrawn. However, a bidder is not prohibited from making more than one bid. Drawing the name of one of the tie bidders from a hat will break ties. The bidder whose name is drawn shall be deemed to have bid an additional $1.00 in breaking the tie. KMc 22.05.040 (b)(6) allows the bidder who is the initiating applicant, if not the high bidder, to have the option to purchase the property if he or she tenders the City a bid equal to the high bid within five days of the bid opening. This sale has an initiating applicant and this provision will apply. A $3,000 bid deposit in the form of a cashier's check or money order must be included with the bid form. The minimum acceptable bid $ ,000. Payment will be by cash, cashier's check, or money order within 14 (fourteen) days of the bid opening. In the event that full payment is not received from the highest bidder within 14 (fourteen) days of the bid opening, the bid deposit will be forfeited and the successful bidder will lose all right to the property. In this case, the property will be offered to the second highest bidder, who must perform at his or her bid amount within 14 (fourteen) days, or the bid deposit will be forfeited. This process will continue until the land is sold or there are no more bidders. All recording fees, collection fees (set-up and annual), and closing fees will be paid by the buyer. Bid deposits of unsuccessful bidders will be returned by City check within sixty (60) days of the bid opening. This extra time allows the City to offer property to the next highest bidder(s) if the highest bidder fails to perform within the designated time. The bid deposits, less fees, of the successful bidder who performs within the designated time will be applied to the sale price. The City of Kenai will not disclose bidding information, such as what bids have been received from whom (if this information is known), until after the bid opening. Questions concerning the sale procedures should be directed to Kim Howard at 283- 7535 Ext. 223 at City Hall. Property Information, The property consists of 4.391 __ acres and is located in a neighborhood zoned Recreation (R), fronting the north side of the Kenai Golf Course south of Lawton Drive, approximately 1.5 miles to the south and east of the downtown Kenai commercial district. Vicinity maps are included in this packet. An appraisal report is available for review at City Hall. The property has a level topography from road grade, moderate to heavy spruce and birch tree cover, and soils suitable for development. Block 3 has public road access and public sewer main. The extension of a 12" water line main must be constructed to City specifications, at the buyer's expense. Also, the road must be constructed to City specifications and paved, at the buyer's expense. Extension of natural gas, electric, telephone and cable television utilities will be the responsibility of the buyer. The City does not warrant the availability of, or cost of, extending these utilities. Bidders, are urged to check with utility companies as to utility locations. Other Conditions of Sale Deed restrictions will prohibit commercial development of the property. C: 0 CO .;~'~z~ ~,,~.0,; ~.oos [,99'[z:c L 3,,O0,O0. OON] .O0'Og L ~,., I,-' i;,O. OOk City of Kenai 2001 Land Sale- Five Irons Heights Subdivision, Block 3 · 2001 BID FORM Bidder's Name- (Please print or type) Address' Phone Number(s)' City, State and Zip' This bid is for the property described as Block 3, Five Irons Heights. (Note: Minimum bid is $ Total bid amount in numerals' Total bid amount in writing' ,000 Cash.) My $3,000 good faith deposit, in the form of a cashier's check or money order, is included with this bid or has been previously submitted to the City. I acknowledge tho terms and conditions of tho land sal~ 'as $~t out in this bid package. Signature Date CITY OF KENAI NOTICE OF LAND SALE 2001 Land Sale - Five Irons Heights Subdivision, Block 3 (Adjacent to Kenai Golf Course) Subject to KMC 22.05, the City Manager or his authorized representative will sell by competitive sealed bid to the highest responsible bidder the interest of the City of Kenai in the following described property. Block 3, Five Irons Heights Subdivision, according to Plat No. 97-105, Kenai Recording District, Third Judicial District. The property consists of 4.391 +_ acres and is located in a neighborhood zoned Recreation (R), fronting the north side of the Kenai Golf Course south of Lawton Drive, approximately 1.5 miles to the south and east of the downtown Kenai commercial district. The extension of a 12" water line main must be constructed to City specifications, at the buyer's expense. Also, the road must be constructed to City specifications and paved, at the buyer's expense. Extension of natural gas, electric, telephone and cable television utilities will be the responsibility of the buyer. Covenants on the warranty deed will prohibit commercial development of the property. The property will be sold as a cash sale, by competitive sealed bid to the highest responsible bidder. Minimum acceptable bid shall not be less than the fair market value of $ ,000. A $3,000 bid deposit in the form of a cashier's check or money order must be included with each bid form. Conveyance will be made by Warranty Deed. No subsurface interest will be conveyed to the buyer. KMC 22.05.040 (b)(6) allows the bidder who is the initiating applicant, if not the · high bidder, to have the option to purchase the property if he or she tenders the City a bid equal to the high bid within five days of the bid opening. This sale has an initiating applicant and this provision will apply. Bid package can be obtained at City Hall, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200, Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 11 '00 a.m. on , 2001 in the office of the City Manager in Kenai City Hall Additional information may be obtained by contacting Kim Howard at 283-753,5 Ext. 223. Publish' Peninsula Clarion 2 X's 0 z 0 LU I-- 0 LU Z n,' I-- Z '0 0 uJ Z 0 0 O3 ::3 LU Z 0 UJ H- Z UJ Z C) C) C) C) n,' 0 0 '1- 0 z 0 n,' 0 0 z 0 c) c) ILl U.l o z n,' I- z 0 0 I- n 0 Z 0 Z n,' 0 0 n,' Z 0 Suggested by: Administratio~ City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1907-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $16,000 IN THE SENIOR CITIZENS TITLE III GRANT FUND FOR OPERATING SUPPLIES WHEREAS, meal donations revenue is $16,000 more than anticipated; and WHEREAS, costs of the program have increased and the original budget will be expended in May; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to appropriate the additional meal donation revenue to continue the program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Senior Citizens Title III Grant Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Meal Donations $16,000 Increase Appropriations' Congregate Meals: Operating & Repair Supplies Home Meals: Operating & Repair Supplies $12,800 3,200 $16,000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY .OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 2nd day of May, 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (04/12/2001) jl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: April 18,2001 May 2,2001 May 2,2001 CITY OF KENA! 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ 1992 M emoranClum Date' To.' From: April 1 1,2001 Mayor and Council Richard A. Ross, City Manager ~ Inlet Woods Subdivision- 62 Unsold Lots in Front Half of Subdivision Mr. Clint Hall has requested a cash price negotiated sale of the 62 unsold lots in the front half of Inlet Woods that were previously offered for public sale on June 5, 2000. The City Administration has responded to this request by requesting that Mr. Hall submit a good faith deposit for purposes of having the lots reappraised based on a cash sale of the 62 lots. Once this appraisal is received and if it is accepted by both Mr. Hall and the Administration, it will be submitted to the City Council as the basis of the negotiated cash sale. Council has previously directed that 16 of these lots be combined into 8, the purpose of which was to make them more saleable. In meeting with the appraiser, he recommended that we not do this if we had a buyer because to do so prior to appraisal would result in a significant loss of value to the City. While Mr. Hall sees the need to combine some lots, he does see that it should be at his expense and not the City's. Accordingly, the City Administration will delay plat approval of the replat of the lots until after it is determined whether or not the Council will approve the negotiated cash sale. The lots in question are available to the public at any time for purchase up until the proposed cash sale is approved. They will be sold under the appraisal and sale documents used for the June 5, 2000 sale. As lots are sold they will be deleted from the multi-lot cash sale package being proposed. SK/LLS RESOURCE CENTER P.O. Box 1310 · Kenai,Alaska 9961 I -1310 · (907) 283-4099 April 2,2001 The Honorable John Williams Mayor of Kenai 210 Fidalgo, Ste. 200 Kenai, AK 99611 ~ . tlPRI/200/ .. Dear Mayor Williams ~-' ~~J; / We would be honored to have you, ~d ~y ~ests you may ~sh to bring, as o~ ~ests at ~e 7~ Ann~ Indus~ Appreciation Day hono~g oil, fishng ~d tomsm industries. This year's celebration will be held on August 25, 2001, at the Kenai City Park from noon to 4'00 p.m. Food and entertainment will be provided and a softball tournament will be held on the field adjacent to the park strip. We expect approximately 3,000 people ~to attend. We hope you will join the fun on August 25. Sincerely Bonnie Smith Coordinator Industry Appreciation Day BS:pc CITY OF KENAI MORANDUM 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ 1992 TO: FROM: THRU: DATE: SUB J: City Council Larry Semmens, Finance ~r~ Rick Ross, City Manager April 9, 2001 Investment Report At March 31, 2001 the City had investments with a market value of $35,596,786.81. The portfolio yield was 6.00% which is down from 6.37% last quarter. The breakdown of types of investments held is: US Agency Securities AML Investment Pool Certificate of Deposit Repurchase Agreements $23,616,047.45 $10,444,358.83 $ 95,000.00 $ 1,441,380.53 Short term interest rates have declined dramatically over the quarter because the Federal Reserve Board cut rates by 50 basis points in early January and another 50 in March in response to the slowing economy. This is reflected in the portfolio yield. Some of the securities in the portfolio are callable, which means the issuer can redeem the security for the par amount at their option. A call occurs only when rates are falling, which means that the investor will reinvest-at a lower rate of interest. The AML Investment Pool has had attractive yields so funds have been deposited there as securities are called or mature. At the present time only investments with maturities less than 2 years are being considered because we are fully invested in the over two year area. Rates in this short maturity range are 4.50 to 5%. This will cause the overall portfolio yield to decline over time, however, it is still earning in excess of the budgeted rate of 5.7%. You may note that the market value is significantly above the cost basis of the portfolio. If rates stay at about this level to June 30, 2001, I will need to record a gain on investments for this market value increase. Unfortunately, this gain is not cash and cannot be spent. Further, since the securities will most likely be held to maturity, a loss will be recorded when the security matures. The City will receive exactly the amount of interest expected when the security was purchased, however, them will be this up and down impact on annual interest earnings. This accounting treatment is required by GASB Statement 31. A copy of the portfolio is attached. CITY OF KENAI CITY OF KENAI INVESTMENTS 3/31/2001 SECURITY 6/3O/2OOO Book Value 3/31/2001 Market Value EFFECT. RATE DATE DUE AT MATURITY (PAR) CD FNMA 5.3 FHLB 5.31 FFCB 5.83 FNMA 5.3 FNMA 7.5 FNMA 7.5 FHLB 6.75 FHLB 6.16 FHLB 6.00 FHLB 6.25 FNMA 5.3 FHLB 5.32 FHLB 5.205 FHLMC 5.44 FFCB 5.5 FHLB 6.75 FNMA 5.81% FHLB 7.0 FNMA 7.O FNMA 6.75 FNMA 7.30 FHCI 9.50 FNMA 6.92 FHLB 6.00 95,000.00 1,975,630.00 980,315.00 989,546.36 244,250.00 1,012,270.00 1,016,310.00 495,850.00 492,500.00 1,473,750.00 985,315.00 1,000,000o00 1,000,156.25 1,100,000.00 967,130.00 835,362.50 807,500.00 957,400.00 1,477,972.50 464,078.00 980,500.00 1,000,000.00 1,348,002.10 998,700.00 500,000.00 95,000.00 2,002,500.00 1,000,940.00 1,002,300.00 250,000.00 1,023,273.04 1,027,356.96 511,720.00 509,687.50 1,529,062.50 1,025,940.00 1,005,500.00 1,001,875.00 1,100,000.00 1,000,315.00 877,450.00 810,480.00 1,001,000.00 1,515,000.00 476,204.00 1,011,900.00 1,033,750.00 1,365,168.45 1,033,125.00 501,500.00 6.30 5.74 6.89 6.70 7.03 6.54 6.02 7.08 6.90 6.78 6.80 5.30 5.26 5.21 6.69 7.11 5.47 6.79 7.00 7.02 6.80 7.30 7.69 6.95 6.00 4/12/2001 5/17/2001 10/26/2001 12/10/2001 2/1/2002 2/11/2002 2/11/2002 5/112002 6/21/2002 8/15/2002 11/15/2002 1/24/2003 3/21/2003 3/28/2003 10/7/2003 10/22/2003 11/7/2003 4/19/2004 8/24/2004 10/29/2004 11/30/2004 7/19/2005 8/1/2005 11/8/2005 3/14/2006 95,000.00 2,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 250,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 500,000.00 500,000.00 1,500,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,100,000.00 1,000,000.00 875,000.00 800,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,500,000.00 470,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,314,722.55 1,000,000.00 500,000.00 SUB TOTAL 23,197,537.71 AML POOL 10,444,358.83 33,641,896.54 REPO 1,441,379.53 TOTAL 35,083,276.07 TOTAL CURRENT YIELD ! 23,711,047.45 10,444,358.83 34,155,406.28 1,441,380.53 35,596,786.81 5.12 4.31 6.00% 23,404,722.55 10,444,358.83 1,441,379.53 35,290,460.91 I 2 lO0% 0% 2001 Monthly Enplanements Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec ('1) ERA 8,300 7,137 8,216 (2) XXX 0 0 0 Total 8,300 7,137 8,216 1996-2000 5 Year Average 8,069 7,478 8,288 7,294 8,076 9,814 13,249 11,4t2 8,869 8,692 8,229 8,174 INFORMATION ITEMS KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 18, 2001 o 4/11/01 Public Works Department/Project Status Report. , , 2/01 Kenai Fire Department Monthly Incident Report. 3 / 15 / 01 KRSMA Advisory Board meeting minutes. , 3 / 27 / 01 City of Delta Junction letter regarding HB 149 and Delta Prison and attachments.. , 4/4/01 Rep. Chenault thank-you letter for city's gift of aerial photograph of city. o 4/01 Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Connection. o 4/01 Resource Development Council, Inc., Resource Review. Project status Report A=Active NC=Non-Construction F=Future STIp=state Trans. Imp. KK - Keith Kornelis JL - Jack La Shot RS - Robert Springer MK - Marilyn Kebschull Jet - Jan Taylor A/NC/F/ City Contact ^ KK Prejeet Name 1999 Water System Improvements (WH I & 2 & PH) Status IlSCO is working on SCADA controls for Well House 2. Working on project close out items. A MK Comprehensive Plan $60,000 appropriated in Capital Project Fund. RFP approved by Council. Received one response that is being evaluated. A JL Contaminated Soils - Shop Report submitted to DEC. A KK Cook/Mission/Upland Intersection & Erik Hansen Scout Park Parking Design engineering being done. Received preliminary design. Next step is to review with adjacent property owners. a JL Daubenspeck Environmental Site Assessment . Final report has been received. a KK A . JL Gill Street Water Main Crossing Spur Kenai AP ARFF/SRE Facility Nelson doing design. Building bids opened 3/9/01. G&S Construction is apparent Iow bidder. FAA grant being 'prepared by AP Manager and Finance Director. A JL Kenai AP ARFF/SRE Facility Site Work Site work is complete except for seeding. a KK Kenai Coastal Trail Design Concept Reports are complete...City is seeking funding. PND working on environmental/permit process. A JL Maintenance ShOp Preliminary plans and specifications complete. Wednesday, April 11, 2001 Page 1 of 3 A/NCfi/ S11P A City Contact KK Project Name Mission Avenue Sewer Line Relocation Status Jackson Construction has completed 94% of their work. IISCO finished the lift station control panel and the contractor is installing it. A JL A JL Multi-Purpose Facility Refrigeration New Kenai Health Center Design work underway. Building construction going well. Completion in eady summer. Working on sheetrock, mechanical, and electrical. 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. May include a rate study. A JL Underground Storage Tank - Airport ADEC has responded to report and is requiring additional work. A KK Wastewater Facility Master Plan RFP's have been sent out and due May 7, 2001. A KK WH 4 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 02, ROW 02, . Utilities 03, & Construction 03 & 04 with total cost $4 million. STIP 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. Wednesday, Apdl 11, 2001 Page 2 of 3 A/NC/~/ C~ Co,act STIP KK Project Nam DOT- Unity Trail Pathway St~s Pedestrian/bike pathway along Kenai Spur from MP 2.8 to 8.2. Anticipate advertising in February 2001. DOT is looking at installing culvert for path to cross Beaver Creek. DOT is adding steel casing across Beaver Creek near ROW for future water main. Wednesday, April 11, 2001' Page 3 of 3' Kenai Fire Department February 2001 Monthly Incident Report Fire Chief Scott Walden of Total Action I Action 2 Action 3 Total Actions Percent 6! 76'25% Description ~d¢ EMS Care Extin~msh and Control ~nves~i gate~E~or~ mcnt Provide Asisu~c~ Fill-in/Standby Totals .50-- 10 1 4 2 ~1 -/ 8.?~% 4 2 2 8 10.00% 2 0 0 2 2.50% 2 0 0 2 2.50% so oo.ooo/o Extinguish and Control 8.8% Provide EMS Care 76.3% 2.5% Provide Asistance investigate/Enforcement 10.0% Fill-in/Standby 2.5% Tota------I: 100.0% INCO02 (1.02) Page I of 1 Incident Summary by Incident Tyoe Report Period: From 2/1/2001 To 2/28/2001 Incident Used in Ave. Incident Type Count Reap. Fire 6 6 EMS/Rescue 52 50 Good Intent 2 1 False Call 2 2 Totals 62 59 Average Response Time 6 m~(s), 20 seC(s) 7 rain(s), 52 sec(s) 3 rain(s), 0 sec(s) 4 min(s), 1 sec(s) Total Loss Total Value $9s,ooo. oo $9 ~ ~,ooo. °6 $95,000.00 $915,000.00 INC020 (1.02) Page I of 1 Printed: 03/26/2001 09:10:52 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I i I i Kenai Fir,e Department March 2001 Monthly Incident Report Fire Chief Scott Walden Report Period: From 3/1/2001 To 3/31/2001 De~cription Provide EMS Ca~e Invesfignte~nforcement Fill-in/Stancl~ Identify and Confine Hazardous Cond Totals Action I Action 2 Action 3 Total Actiom Percent of Total 44 8 0 52 68.42% 5 1 0 6 7.$9% 5 0 0 5 6.58% 2 0 0 2 2.63% 2 2 2 6 7.89% 2 2 I 5 6.58% EMS Care 68.4% ~m~/~ ~ne Hazarmm Cona 2.~, ~ e.~ INC002 (1.02) Page I of 1 Prin~ 04/06/2001 10:16:42 Incident Summary by Incident Tyoe Incident Type Incident Used in Ave. Average Count Resp. Response Time Fire 4 EMS/Rescue 46 44 Hazardous Condition 2 2 Service Call 3 1 Good Intent 4 2 False Call I 1 Totals 60 53 8 mn(s), 6 sec(s) 6 mn(s), I sec(s) 11 mn(s), 0 sec(s) 4 rain(s), 30 sec(s) 7 rain(s), 0 sec(s) Total Loss Total Value l rNC020 (1.o2) Page 1 of 1 Pdm~: 04/06/2001 10:17:27 I I I I I I I I ! I I KENAI RIVER Special Management Area "Working together...for the river" , I ©AI I Ie II. *** Meeting Agenda*** Thursday, March 15,2001 7:00 p.m. Kenai River Center CALL TO ORDER A. Roll Call B. Approval of 3/15/01 minutes C. Agenda Changes and Approval PUBLIC COMMENT III. NEW BUSINESS IV. V® A. Jim Stratton, Div. of Parks and Outdoor Recreation Director B. Bridge Access Road Foot Path~icycle Trail Project; John Dickinson C. Sterling Hwy Mile 45-60 Project; Miriam Tanaka from DOT and Mark Dalton from HDR Alaska, Inc. OLD BUSINESS A. Recreation Impact Study- Status Report, Chris Degemes B. Boat Wake Study Update on Report Status - Lance Trasky, ADF&G C. Kenai River Center Updates - Commercial Operators, Pending Permits, etc., Suzanne Fisler PUBLIC COMMENT VI. ADJOURNMENT A. Board Comments B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting Kenai Ama Office, Box 1247, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-5581 Kenai Peninsula Borough, Box 850, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-4441 Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with the Kenai Peninsula Borough, I® II. III. Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Meeting Minutes March 15, 2001 Kenai River Center CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 pm A. Roll Call Members present: Rick Wood, Bill Shuster, Lance Trasky, Rick Ross, Chris Degemes, Deric Marcorelle, Jeff King, Ted Wellman, Jim Richardson, Paul Shadura, Jim Golden, Brett Huber, Janette Cadieux, Charles Quarre Members absent: Tim Navarre, Robin West, Ann Whitmore-Painter Be Approval of 1/18/01 minutes The minutes were approved as written. Ce Agenda Changes and Approval' Chris Degemes added a discussion on KRSMA Lands Addition Resolution; Brett Huber added a discussion on the Kenai Watershed Nutrient Study and Deric Marcorelle added a discussion on work near Beaver Creek. PUBLIC COMMENT None offered. NEW BUSINESS Ae Evaluation of the effectiveness of Light Penetrating Walkways, by Mary Price, USFWS (EPA funded grant) Mary said the restoration on riverside properties is increasing in popularity and the majority of these involve the installation of elevated light penetrating walkways. The installation is governed by guidelines in the Kenai River Comprehensive Management Plan and also Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance. Mary says the agencies permitting these walkways have wanted more scientific information regarding how effective these structures are in maintaining healthy riparian vegetation. She said one of the main questions is the height these walkways are installed, and how that affects the percentage of light penetration. Permit standards currently require that grate walks that are less than 75% but at least 25% light penetrating must be greater than 18 Be inches from the ground except for the supporting posts. Grate walks that are greater than 75% light penetrating can be as low as 8 inches from the ground. Mary said they are going to evaluate the heights and see if they need to be modified. Mary described the two parts of her study. Part one is an effort to get quantitative data on light penetration through these walkways by setting up test panels using the two most common types of grate walks and wooden boardwalks at three different heights. Light measuring devices will be placed under these panels as the main data center. The second part of the study is a survey of existing projects large and small, both old and new, with a variety of vegetation present. Mary said some of the priorities will be to measure plant density, height of grating above the ground, style of grating used, orientation of grating, frame types etc. The trends will become apparent and them will be better information for desi=o-ns of walkways for the future. Bill Shuster said the Forest Service has been monitoring the light penetration of walkways on the vegetation at Russian River, which he said might be useful to compare to work being done with the new study. Other comments included that this is great information and the board hopes Mary will come.back this fall and give an update on what has been learned. Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring Project, Robert Ruffner, Kenai Watershed Forum. Robert provided a summary of all of the water quality monitoring efforts being done by the various organizations such as KWF and The Nature Conservancy. He stated that TNC's Michelle Brown, who was working on this in the past, has moved to Arizona. Robert said one of the major components of the project is the stewardship program and the citizen volunteer monitoring that is going into its 4th year. The citizen monitoring program provides water quality monitoring kits and training for people who agree to sample water each month. This program is pretty basic and is mainly intended to look for dramatic changes in water quality, plus is an important community educational program. Water quality parameters such as color, water and air temp, ph, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, etc. are collected at dozens of sites along the entire fiver system each month. KWF has funding that provides for kit refills and supplies, maintaining a quality assurance document and staff to hold training and work with the volunteers. Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 2 of 9 Ce The second level of water quality monitoring is the Baseline Water Quality Monitoring Program, which uses agency personnel, Soldotna's wastewater treatment plant, and a professional contractor, Northern Testing Lab. This program is entering its 2~a year. The July sampling went very well last year. This year we will incorporate the use of SPMD, a semi permeable membrane device, which is a screening tool used to sample 30 to 40 different hydrocarbons. The purpose will be to "fingerprint" the source of the hydrocarbons and focus the efforts there. The funding will be made available through contributions by many agencies and organizations under an MOU that Michelle Brown worked on. It is expected that $20,000 to $25,000 will be collected this year. Robert also stated that KWF is applying for a DEC 319 grant of about $80,000 to $85,000 to continue the various water quality monitoring efforts. Robert asked the board for help with this grant request by sending a letter of support. Chris Degemes offered a motion to draft and send a letter of support for the grant funding that Robert is seeking. Brett Huber seconded the motion. Motion is passed. Morgan Evans, Glacial Kings, a video project funded by the EPA grant. Morgan said this is the third season of filming a 60-minute documentary tentatively titled Kenai River's Ancient Glacier King' s. This project started 2 summers ago out of pocket and last year, he put in a proposal asking for partial funding through the EPA grant. This program is an in-depth study of the Kenai River king salmon from the evolution of the Kenai River watershed as a habitat to the present day. Morgan said this covers the Kenai River kings through interviews with state and local experts. Jim Richardson asked when the project is expected to be complete. Morgan said they are trying for December 1,2001, if the additional funding he needs can be raised. Chris asked who the target audience is. Morgan said this needs mass appeal while still educating people on habitat. Jim Golden asked if this is a profit adventure. Morgan said that is not initially why this was started the project but it has the potential for that, and they plan to replace funding sources in the future with profits. Brett says this sounds extremely aggressive considering the issues you want to cover and the budget you have to work with. "'K~'nai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 3 of 9 ~ Do KRSMA Lands Additions, Chris Degernes Chris said Rep. Lancaster introduced House Bill 165 on March 9. This bill has not been introduced on the senate side yet. Chris asked the board to consider,passing a resolution in support so Rep. Lancaster knows the Board is in support of this effort, and so that Senator Torgerson will understand the level of support too. Chris passed out a draft resolution for the board to consider. Ted Wellman says that he and Director Jim Stratton had arranged last month to meet with Senator Torgerson, but at the last moment, the Senator cancelled and refused to reschedule. Rick Ross asked if them is a map available to accompany the bill? Chris stated that the board had previously been provided with a color flier and map, and that she would make them available again for the board. Ted Wellman says this is consistent with the comprehensive management plan. Rick Ross pointed out one error he noticed with this bill, which Chris says will be corrected. Paul Shadura says he will assume all these legal descriptions are accurate, and he is in full support of this resolution. Paul made a motion to accept this proposal. Lance Trasky seconded this motion. Motion passed unanimously. Ee Proposed Kenai River Nutrient Study by Brett Huber, Kenai River Sportfishing Association Brett said KRSA is interested in convening a group of people to see if there is interest in studying the nutrient contribution in the Kenai River watershed. This study would address how the various nutrient compounds work through the food chain. Janette Cadieux asked if that would include nutrient runoff from lawns. Brett said yes, that anything coming into the water could have some interaction with the base nutrients. Paul Shadura asked if KRSA is funding this study. Brett said that this could grow to a 5 or 6 year study in the range of $2-3 million dollars, so the answer is no. But KRSA is interested in being a catalyst in the initial discussion and later looking for and identifying other funding sources. Lance Trasky says this would be a very valuable study. Bill Shuster said one thing that would be valuable to look at would be the change from the increased contribution from all of the dead spruce woody debris. Paul Shadura said he knows CIAA has done some surveys of different streams and they would be might be interested in supplying some expertise. Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 4 of 9 IV. Brett said they are trying to get a core group together first to discuss if this is feasible. F® Update on work near Beaver Creek, Deric Marcorelle Deric provided the board an update on a problem near Beaver Creek. He recently accompanied USFWS out to the Wolf Lake pipeline project conducted by Marathon Pipeline to check on their progress. Marathon is not following the storm water plan that was proposed by McLane and Assoc. Marathon went through three streams, cut down trees next to streams, cut a wide swath and improperly installed the silt fence. Phil North from EPA took water samples. Brett Huber asked who the permitting authority is. Suzanne Fisler said that USFWS issued the permits. Deric stated that DEC has also been notified of the violation. Rick Ross asked if we could get a report from the permitting agencies regarding the specifics instead of looking at just pictures. Jim Golden asked what power the KRSMA board has in asking Marathon to cease its work. Ted says while the KRSMA Board is not directly involved, the Board can put pressure on people who have the power to do something about it. Suzanne Fisler said this permit was reviewed through the Kenai River Center and all the plans Were in place. The Advisory Board can write letters to the Corps of Engineers asking them to remedy the situation as quickly as possible. The Board decided to ask for a full report for next meeting, and then take action if Marathon has not mitigated for the impacts. OLD BUSINESS Ao Update- River Terrace Laundromat Contamination and Cleanup, Rich Sundet, ADEC Rich passed out a map of the site, with recent data and graphs showing the effects of compounds put in last fall. Since DEC has last briefed the Board, they conducted a public review of the clean up plan, and have focused their effort toward treating the ground water that was moving off site. DEC and the land owner have entered into an agreement, and DEC is now responsible for the remaining cleanup work. The cleanup may take 10 years to complete. Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 5 of 9 Be Contaminates were moving off site in two different directions, so the efforts are concentrated in two separate zones, one intercepting 'contaminants moving toward the Sterling Highway and the storm drain system, and the other area concentrating on the plume migrating toward the Kenai River. The plan called for a hydrogen-releasing compound, which is basically lactic acid. This provides a food source for natural occurring microbes and breaks down the tetrachloroethylene, which is the primary dry cleaning solvent. A series of monitoring wells were drilled in September to test the hydrogen-releasing compound once it is injected. So far, the hydrogen-releasing compounds seem to be working faster than expected. Both ground water and Kenai River water will be monitored on a regular basis. Paul asked if the soil cells are slated for removal. Rich said the soil meets the cleanup levels for DEC fight now. The owner is further treating the soil to bring the levels down farther so that he has fewer stipulations on where and how he may dispose of the cleaned soil. Ted W. asked why the building is not being tom down to find the real soume. Rich said that was brought up in the comments on the proposed plan and it was said to be very costly to remove the building and the soil around it, estimated to be around $10 million. Rich was thanked for the update, and encouraged to provide periodic updates for the board. Ground Water Interaction Study, Mike Lilly- progress report Mike reviewed the project objectives, which are to establish two index sites at the old DOT site and the Pillars. Initial construction was in November with construction completed in December. The collection of continuous data is downloaded remotely from both sites and transmitted to the Kenai River Center's base station, and then is available continuously via the Internet. One of the project objectives was to characterize the geo-hydrologic interaction between surface and groundwater, and how events such as spring break up and storms might affect these interactions. He's learned a few things so far, including that the there are no significant hydrocarbons found at the old DOT site, but that there is a significant level of salt in wells adjacent to the fiver at this site.. At the Pillars, the temperature sensors show how the daily tidal influences are affecting ground water temperatures well back from the fiver. This shows that the ground water is affected by the tides Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 6 of 9 and that there is an interaction between the ground and surface water systems, an implication if either water source becomes polluted. Ce "Kenai River Appreciation Day", Bill Berkhahn Bill stated that he and Victoria Whitney have discussed the fact that the Kenai River Cleanup that used to be organized and conducted by the guides has lost its momentum. They decided to propose the Kenai River Appreciation Day where folks can meet on May 6th with project leaders and join a work crew to tackle projects on the fiver with various entities. The projects will include a cleanup along the river, repairing habitat restoration projects and tree planting projects to replace dead spruce. Bill said that Victoria's goal is 500 people this year. Times will be 9 am till 3 pm on May 6th with everyone meeting at a designated place later for a social gathering and picnic. Bill Shuster said that the USFS would have extra trees for planting available this year. Deric M. suggested putting a booth up at the health fair on March 3 l~t to see about getting interested people for the Appreciation day. De Recreation Impact Study - Status Report, Chris Degernes Chris provided an update on the status of the funding for this project. The House passed a supplemental budget bill that transferred these funds to another project, and then the Senate reinstated the funds. At this point, it looks like the funds are intact, but until the Legislature finishes the CIP budget, we won't know for sure. It 'has been difficult to determine how much planning to do with the funding uncertainty. Chris suggested having a committee meeting before the April board meeting to discuss what to do. Ee Boat Wake Study Update on Report Status- Lance Trasky, ADF&G Lance said ADF&G received a rough draft from the Corps of Engineers Waterways Experimental Station. Reviewers within ADF&G and USGS have been asked to review and give preliminary direction for Dr. Maynord to rewrite this into a board review draft. Most of the review comments have been received, and they will forward the info back to Dr. Maynord. This is clearly a very comprehensive study and has been written beyond the average reader's ability to understand what is being said. Lance said they are now asking the Corps of Engineers to provide an exeCutive summary, rewrite the results in the discussion sections in easy to understand language and put in charts and figures comparing the different boat types and waves. Hopefully he may have another draft to pass out at the next meeting, but he will keep everyone posted. No draft has been passed out publicly yet. Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 7 of 9 Ve Vie Fo General Updates - Commercial Operators, Pending Permits, Suzanne Fisler Suzanne said the first round of agency committee meetings for Mile 45-60 has been set up for March 30t~. Bill Shuster said there is a new alternative that will be brought up at the meeting proposing an alternative on the south side of the highway. Suzanne said another thing going on now is that the initial discussions are taking place to plan for the Unity Trail crossing of the Kenai River Flats. This is likely to be a controversial topic, and once there is something for the Board to consider, it will be brought back to the board. An agency meeting is planned for March 27th in Kenai to discuss the concerns of this topic. One Guide Orientation session has been conducted to date, with another planned for March 17. The sessions are going well, and require that all guides attend at least the morning session, and all new guides required to also attend an afternoon session. The Board is welcome to attend. Other dates include: April 7, April 21, May 12, May 26, and June 9. All except for the last one are to be held at the Kenai River Center, while the June 9 session will be at the Cooper Landing Community Club. PUBLIC COMMENT One persons encouraged the board to speak louder, as it is hard to hear. ADJOURNMENT A. Board Comments Jeff said he attended first guide orientation that Suzanne and Bill put on and they did a great job, well received and the guides were pleased. Paul said that House Bill 93 passed through the Fisheries Committee and is now going through Resources. He said comments are very important fight now regarding this issue (fee for dip net users). Bill said the federal subsistence board meeting is next week regarding the rural status of the Kenai Peninsula. Also he said today he received the monthly snow survey reports, concentrating on the upper Kenai watershed, and as of March 1st all but one of the seven courses run were above aver.age in water content. Be Date/Agenda of Next Meeting April 19, 2001 - Kenai River Center Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes- March 15, 2001 Page 8 of 9 04: 02 PM 9EPT OF ECOHOMIC ;DEV. C .4656 March 27, 2001 Representative John Harris State Capitol, Room 110 Juneau, Alaska 99801-1182 RE: HB149 and Delta Prison Dear Representative Harris, ~ HB53 financial unfeasibility ' HB53 was enacted by the Legislature in 1998. It authorizes the City of Delta Junction to own, finance and construct a privately operated prison for a minimum of 800 state prisoners utilizing existing surplus buildings on Fort Greely. The Letter of Intent issued by the House requires that the daily rate paid by the state initially be no more than $70 per day. After great delay, the City ultimately received federal grant funds with which to contract an independent financial feasibility study on the prison. Such a study is viewed as a prerequisite to the City being able to sell approximately $60 million dollars in revenue bonds on the open market to construct the prison. The March 19, 2001 Preliminary Feasibility Study (by Northern Economics, Inc. of Anchorage) concludes that, at $70 per day per prisoner, even with assumed prison guard wages as Iow as $11 per hour, the prison would lose many millions of dollars every year. The report concludes that the prison is completely financially un-feasible at $70 per day. .. In order to reach a "break even" using prison guard hourly wages of $13.50 (plus benefits at 20%) the State would have to pay more than $97.62 per day. The daily figures do NOT include the cost of outside hospitalization and other specialized healthcare. · 04: 0~ PM I)EPT OF ECONOMIC I)E¥- P.O$ 2. HB149 Kenai rison Bitt The House is currently considering a bill which revokes the Delta HB53 prison authority and reauthorizes the prison to the Kenai Peninsula borough without the same restrictions as HB53 · Delta deserves a chance for a Delta prison at the same terms the legislature is offering Kenai' a new raw land prison without the $70 per day limit. The State should offer Delta freedom from the restrictions of HB53. if not, the State should reimburse the City for ifs expenditures, legal expenses and any potential costs arising out of the City's good faith attempt to advance under HB53. As you may recall, the original approach to the Legislature concerning a prison in Delta was not from the City, but rather by a private firm (Allvest inc.) and the organization then controlling reuse of Fort Greely: the Delta Greely Community Coalition. On February 23, 1998 AIIvest President & CEO Frank Prewitt executed an agreement'with the Coalition for construction of a prison to be owned and financed by Atlvest. However on April 25, 1998 HB53 became taw and required the City of Delta Junction to be the owner, * financier, and sponsor of the prison, and mandated that the State pay no more than $70 per day. Whether it was the Legislature or someone else who made the assumption that $70 a day was financially feasible, ! don't know, but I can assure you that that figure was not p[oduced by the City. anization, tn On November ~'6, 1998 the City was named as the successor reuse April 1999 the City, Ailvest, Inc. and Delta Corrections Group, LLC executed a document entitled -Settlement Agreement". 0Niiliam Weimer signed as CEO for AIIvest and as -Authorized Agent" for DOG). Paragraph A.3. defined the composition of Delta Corrections Group: "It is being formed as a result of this A~reement to undertake the performances called for in this Agreement. Its membors are Cornell Corrections, Inc. (or its Alaska affiliate) and Alivest, inc." Shortly before the Mayor signed the Settlement Agreement, a citizen's group filed an application for a referendum petition with the City Clerk seeking an election to "refer" the Ordinance which authorized the City to sign the Settlement Agreement. Questions were also raised by the Attorney General about the City's ability to enter into a sole source agreement for the proposed prison. Nthough SB 141 was adopted effective June 4, 1999 authorizing such a sole source approach, it was not retroactive. Although DCG emo dated May 12, 1999 (which memo was prepared by their attorney) saying vest/DCG now claim no such re- sent a m · 99-004, All d to this day. ,~.., r,~, n ded to readopt ord~na.n~ .... ,,, ~ v and they have not ende u,= ,.,,.~ ..ee ..... , ~,,,=uits oeu~,, ,,, .I, adoption was necessary. ~-o,,-' " The City sought to progress with a competitive bid prison and obtained federal grant funding for a financial feasibility study in Aprit 2000. However, the federal funding agency (Office of Economic Adjustment) in the Department of Defense conditioned the study funding on NOT studying a prison using existing Fort Greely buitdings, but for a raw land prison only. "OEA has not drawn any conclusions regarding reuse of,,surplus property except to defer funding studies of those facilities until more is known. (May 2ooo). MAR--~8--81 84:84 PM ~EPT OF E¢OHOMI¢ ~EV. 1 987 89~ 4219 P.84 On June 6, 2000, Senator Ward wrote to OEA (attached) stating in part "1 can say with certainty that the Legislature will not support building a new, freestanding prison at or near Fort Greely." On receipt of a copy of Senator Ward's letter, the City withdrew its RFP for a raw land prison study. . At the City's request, in September 2000, OEA ended its "deferral" of financial feasibility study funds for a prison utilizing existing structures on Fort Greely. The RFP was issued, and in late January 2001 the draft Financial Feasibility Study was received indicating the prison is not financially feasible at $70 per day. The City has now requested a summary study of a raw land prison feasibility, but the Consultant suspects that it would only make a minimal impact and the prison would still not be feasible at $70 per day. Why did OEA "defer" funding of the existing structures for much of 2000? I can speculate it was due to Fort Greely being considered as a potential site for the National Missile Defense System. The entire Delta community strongly supports positioning NMD at Fort Greely, however we have only recently learned through deposition testimony of Loran Baxter of the Alaska Army Corps of Engineers, that in earty 2000 the Department of Defense decided to utilize all the potential Fort Greely prison buildings in its NMD design. It is my belief that the Cantonment area on Fort Greely will r~ot be available for reuse unless a land based NMD system is abandoned. The only wa~'to proceed on a Delta prison is on raw land. Th'at'was the direction we were headed in early 2000 (a direction AIIvest/DCG"also supported) until Senator Ward wrote his letter. If HB53 is amended to realistic terms along the lines contemplated in HB149 the City can again proceed. · The 900 residents of the City of Delta Junction have expended vast sums of municipal dollars attempting to provide an economy for our area though a private prison. The fact that an HB53 prison was never financially feasible cannot be blamed on the City, but rather on whoever originally promoted the $70 per day figure. Sincerely, THE C.[T~ O..,F DF..~I~A JU.,~'CTION Roy Gilbertson Mayor ._ . MAR--$O--O1 . 04 '- 04 PM DEPT OF ECONOMIC I)E¥. 895 4219 P.05 3une 6, 2000 SENATOR JERRY WARD ALASKA STAT~ LEGISLATURE ~vlt. Tony oallegos Office of Economic Adjustment Western Region 112~ ~ S~ree~ Sui~ 1500 Sacramento, CA 95815 Dear Mr. Gallegos' ' Several'weeks a.g%o, I wrote yo.u a letter concerning the Fort Greely' reuse plan and asked what impact, if any, the propo~d missile defense, system will have upon the State of Alaska~s interest in l~asing a private prison that is intend'ed to'be th~ anchor tenant of the core facilities. Since that letter, Delta Junction city of~'i¢ials have publicly stated that you advised the City that ho more funds are available from OEA to support a plan for reuse of the ba~e facilities. Additionally, the City reports that you suggested OEA would approve ftmding to assess the feasibility of developing an industrial park on raw land with a newly constructed prison as anchor tenant. In your reply to my first letter, would you please clarify the role OEA has taken suzgestin ~'' directing, or othe.p~, is¢ influencing this change in direction. Your reply..is of -... the utmost concern, as the Alike Legislature and Administration support, and ha"~% counted upon, the reuse of Fort Greely to resolve our prison overcrowding crisis. ' ' Since the legislation which enables and au,thorizes purchase of the prison services is site specific ("existing facilities on Fort Greely' ), a plan to build a new prison on an alternative site will require the approval of the Alaska Legislature as well as the Governor; I can assure you that such appr°vel will not be forthcoming. As I may have f~iled to tell you in my last letter, I chair the Senate Finance Committee on Corrections. I also co-sponsored the two bills that supported the Fort Greely prison reuse plan. I can say with certainty that the Legislature will not suppor~ building a new, freestanding prison at or near Fort Greely. The intent of the Legislature was to support the economic development of a soon to be abandoned military, brae and its .,- ,, , v. oORnl I182 · (907) 465-4940 * FAN (907! -t6.~-376~ ..... · ........ ,~ z a_h I f~ remedial economic impact upon an Alaskan community. If that is not going to happen, it makes be~ter economic sense and sounder correctional practice to locate ~ new prison nearer the inmate population, where construction and operation would cost less. . If, as reported, OEA is funding ~s new plan, it is a waste of fcdcra.l resources. You were urged by the City's prison contractor, on M~y :~ to "f~cilitste s problem solving forum that can arrive st · solution that is ~ win/win'for ~e St,te, Ci~, the developer and the l:ederal agencies involved." It has been over ~ month since the request was m~de. We have not heard anything from you m~d I would be interested in knowing whether you intend to honor th.~t request. Sincerely, S~.~enator Jerry Ward cc .Senator Stevens .. '- . '. ' .. Senator Murkowski · Repr~se.nt. afive Young Lt; C-cnerkl ~na~d Kadish Major Rober~ Marcinkowski City of Delta ~'uncdon 04: 06 PM DEPT OF ECONOMIC DE¥. 90? 895 4219 l)arttal Timeline ltegtrdini Lawsuiu Fried After the March 30, 1~9 Adoption of City of Deltu Junction Ordinance OO.004 4/9/99 d/13/99 ~/16/99 An nppLic~on for I ref'~en~ potition To repeal 09-o04 w,s tee,ired by the City Clerk it 12:5o p.m. Mayor Oilbamon ni~n~d the Selfl~ent ASTeemcnt ~uthodzed by 99-oo4 lat~r dmt .Aernoon'. The Setllem~t AfFcamunt states thst it is becwem tbs City of Dcl~a Junction, Allveat, lnc, ("Allvest") Mid Delt~ Corrections Group ('I)CG"), and that the memberu of DCG arc "Corncll Corrections, Inc. (or its AlsYs affiliate) a~d Allve~ Inc." Thc City Clerk certificd the applica~on for a referendum petition m repeal 99-004 and issued the rd'el~ndum petit~onL Meetin$ between Attorney Goflcrnl Bruce Botelho &nd Bria~ ltosers, Don McClintock (DCG's tttomw) a~d Jim DeWi~t (City's 8m~ney) r¢strdins tho vtlidity under FIB 53 of usia$ · sole source process for the proposed prison at Delta JunGtiofl Case ~o. 4FA.99-96S Civil ("Llwsuit 1") was filcd by Wfync C~cntcr and other Delta Junction residonts suin~ the Cit~ and others rose--ns the validity of 9g-004 and thc Scttlament A~reem erie. 6/4/99 7114/99 P..ffecdve date of SB 141, Scction 6 ofwhich &mended lib 53 to provide thet~ "The adoption by a m~idp~i~, whm .x=~~ iu p~ers ~d~ AS 292S.02o(a), o~ = =~n~ for W~m=t oF t hcility ~ option ~ i desi~*b~Id cons~~on c~~ basis mmtsfi~ ~a pr~~mmt ~qu~~mu under ~) of ~0 m~on.". Thc City Clerk cerdficd thc raf~n~m p~tion to repeal 99-004 end scheduled .n cl~.~tion on that red. cadam for Saptember 14, 1999. ~d b c~m~ ~ .~m ~at ~e S~m~ ~~ is ~ wu va~d. or m ~b~ ~~~ M ~£PT OF ECOHOHIC ~£V. I 987 89~ 4~x~ · 7/21/99 8/$/99 ~/11/99 8/23199 8/24/99 9/7/99 9/10/99 Ctsc No. 4FA-99-1689 CivU ('Lawsuit 2o)wu filed by thc Citizme for the Advsflcerne~ of D~lu ("CAD") as;ainat City Para F=ULI tnd local residmnts Vi sad Dean Cumminfl chnllenGiag the legality of thc rcf~endum to reposl ~~4. Cese No. 4PA-99-I 697 Civil ("Lawsuit 3")was filed by Allvcst end DCG against the City ofDdm ~unGt~on and City Clerk Pm Kllil challenfing the vnlidity of tho r~cr~dum petition. This Imuir aouibt dsmaBes qitflst the Cit~ for sn amount tn excess SI million allefin~ that the City end the City C]~k had br~ched tho Settlement Asre~em 'by cer~fyinE · cluafly illopl referendum and allawins the election to proceed.' Lawsuit ~ dso allesed thnt the ~ertificutton of thc referendum pedtton .by the Ci~ Clerk breached thc covenent of seed ~uith end fslr defliu8 and con~tuted a brctch of' connect by d~e City. Allvest. end [X~O filed an Amended Complaint in Lsw0uit 3 retools thc claim that the City brotched the covena2g of food faiOt end feir dulins and modifyin~ tho damqe claim to seek damages in excess of SI million ii'thc rct'~n~ was deemed to be velid end wu not sniped, however thos~ claims ~crc tot diunisl~l with prejudice. Superior Court ;udge Stelnkmger dmlcd Allvost and DC~s motion to consolidate portions of their case (L~wsuit 3), with the CAD cuc (Lawsuit 2), Superior Court Judfe Pensilly sifGncd a stipuhted order allowing Allvest iud DCO to intervene in the CAD case 0,tweet 2). Allvcst sf~t Delta Correction Group moved to dismiss their case (LsM~t 3) aSainst the City end Ci~ Clerk Para F. tlis without pr~udicc, stadn~ that thc dmn~p counts wo~ld either end up . being unnecessar~ ~f the referendum wes gopped in the CAD cue (Liwsuit 2) er were premature. Delta City Ordinate 2000-02 wu adopted. Case No, 4FA-99-2173 Civil ("l. ewsuit 4") wes filed by AIIveBt and DCG against thc City Illogirts thlt thc adoption of Ordinan~ 2000-02 wn & breech of contract sad · brmsch of~e covmsant of [ood faith sad fair dealing, l-Xawever, this lawsuit only 8oujht ipedfic performance, not damtScs. MAR--$O--O1 04 :07 PM DEPT OF ECONOMIC DEV. 1 90? 895 4219 o. P.09 11/24/99 ]2/12/99 4/6/OO All,st ~nd Dclt8 Corro~ort0 G~up moved ~o ifne~d the~ Comp]~Jm ~ Liwftxit 4 M add a c/tim for dmnqes in tn mount in excm of SI million. AJlvut nd Delta Cofrecdons Group's mm~ort to mn~d d~c~r Complaint in L, rwfuit 4 was ~mced by Sudp ProsilY. Case No. 4FA.00-737 Civil ("Lawsuit 5') wu fi/~ by CAD qsi~t Ciq; O~ pm ~Us f~ hor d~i~don ~ 4 ~ ~ ~ m~ ~o rcq~m~u of AS REPRESENTATIVE MIKE CHENAULT nterirn: 145 Main St. Loop, Second Floor Kenai, Alaska 99011 (907) 283-7223 Fax: (907) 283-3075 STATE OF ALASKA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ol Capitol Building, Room 432 Juneau, Alaska 99801-1182 (907) 465-3779 Toll Free: (800) 469-3779 Fax: (907) 465-2833 Representative_Mike_Chenault @ legis.state, ak.us April 200';,. ~/~~.. Volume 14 ........ :. Visit us at: www. SoidotnaChamber. com Emaii us at: info(~SoldotnaChamber, com Newsletter Inserts ........................ April 26 for Fairbanks to office.. April 18 ]Great Alaska Sportsman -"~ow in Anchorage ............. , ..................... April 5-8 2001 Fairbanks Outdoors Trade Show .... April 20-22 Kenai Peninsula Sports, Recreation & Trade Show .. ................... April 27-29 2001SoldotnaVisitor Center Accommodations Tour ........ ....................... May7 &8 Inside This Issue March New Members ......... 2 A 2001 Fish Odyssey! .......... 2 Students ofthe Month ......... 2 St. Paw's Day ThankYou ..... · .0.....00....00..0.0.0.,o0o.00..0 IrL.~F~ -'UDOS 3 ~,osidons Open ................... 3 Trade Show gets NEWTrout Pond .................................. 3 GROUP TOURS TO THE KENAi PENINSULA? Industry leader to speak on bringing group tour business to the central peninsula and address the how, why and when... Stefanie Gorder, a 17-year veteran of the Alaska visitor industry and Senior Vice President for Premier Alaska Tours, based in Anchorage will be the April 3 Soldotna Chamber of Commerce luncheon speaker. Her strong belief that the Kenai Peninsula can capture both group and stronger independent traveler business will be the focus of the presentation. In September, Gorder, a former Kenai Peninsula resident and former director of the Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council, announced a major expansion of tour business to the Kenai Peninsula. Believing that the experiences the peninsula can provide will strengthen current tour programs, last summer she connected with the Soldotna Chamber to create programs that are attracting the attention of major tour oPerators outside of Alaska. Since the fall announcement, Gorder has been in contact with numerous Kenai Peninsula businesses, both large and small. She strongly believes that group tours are a huge growth potential for the Kenai and will bring her expertise to help educate small businesses. "It is a myth that the Kenai Peninsula can not accommodate groups and as a mid-size tour company, we will prove this to be false. Not only do we work with individuals to provide specific services; we also work with small to mid-size companies to provide the necessary tools to pull off our new tour concepts. We seek to find individu- als who have the knowledge of their destination who want to benefit from our unique style of touring." During this informative Chamber luncheon, Gorder will define "receptive tour operator," provide contact information on Alaska receptive operators, discuss program planning and give tips on how your business can get into new markets. Gorder encourages all tourism- based businesses to come and find out why receptive tour operators are your partners in destination marketing. Gree gs. . . from the Chamber off Thus far, reports show bat this may be a GREAT season! Now, if you feel you haven't benefitted from the summer season, perhaps you are not aware ofthe s~ and programs we have established exclusively for you, the member, to assist in prornolJng your business. Too often, a business owner expects that by simply joining a C~mber, o. stomers will automatically parade to their door. I only wish it was that easy! In reality, the function of the Chamber is more of a FAClLITATOR towards the growth and protection of that business and to the area around it. ! tend to get frustrated from time to time because I find that the Board and staff have set up some truly wonderful marketing programs, yet fewer than 20% of the membership take advantage of the opportunities. Below, I have provided a bdef synopsis of just some of the member bene~ we provide exclusively for the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce members: Monthly Newsletter, Weekly Luncheon "Issue & Over 650 copies are mailed I Answer" Forums each month. List events onI Held every Tuesday at noon, pro, the calendar, make an- grams target issues of interest to nouncements/insert fliers. I you, the business person. Great Jnetworking opportunity. Referral Service Our office receives thousands of calls for information. As a mem- ber, your business will be recom- mended. (~onpa~3) Welc orn e Ne w Ma rch Mern b ers A special thanks to all our members...We can't do it without you! Gold Dolphin Enterprises Kathleen Opheim PO Box 1129, Kasiiof 262-2597 Cabins & Bed & Breakfasts Family 1st Fishing & Lodging Paul & Debbie Wilson 5296 Kenai Spur Hwy., Kenai 335-3344 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations IDea, inc. Mark Anderson 14 East Franklin, Liberty, MO 816-792-1792 Graphic Design & Photography Services " Aspen Hotel ..... Carol Gi'l"i~m PO Box 100560, Anchorage 274-2151 Hotels/Motels Alaska Lodge Michael Kent PO Box 3033, Kenai 335-5500 Cabins A Fisherman's B & B Terrance Bryant Sr. 154 W Marydale Ave., Soldotna 262-3570 Bed & Breakfasts Fireweed Lodge Adam Dang 51220 Suncourt, Kasilof 260-4422 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations Tustumena Ridge Cabins Susan Steinbach PO Box 312, Kasiiof 262-7050 Cabins Real Em Inn-Cook Inlet Charter Bruce & Charlene McLean PO Box 39292, Niniichik 567-7335 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations Lower Cook Inlet Charters & Accommodations PO Box 1086, Kasilof 262-4277 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations KC VB Hosts 2001 Fish Odyssey in Kenai this summer, you can "get fishy with say that this fish show, pardon the pun, has guts. it" in a new way. "2001: A Fish Odyssey" There's a depth of meaning within these works :opens May 1 and runs through Labor Day at of art. I'm excited to give people a new fish the Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center in Kenai, experience while visiting Kenai.' Billed as the largest fish art show ever held in Alaska, 115 Alaskan artists will exhibit This is the second major summer art exhibition originals in all mediums, originally produced, organized and exclusively shown by Kenai Peninsula College and the "Whereas most of the fish art I've seen Kenai Convention &Visitors Bureau. The"2001: tends toward the decorative arts, i.e., fish A Fish Odyssey" exhibition follows last summer's prints or commercial considerations, highly acclaimed, "Alaska 2000: A Celebration what's exciting about this exhibition is that of Wildlife Art." most of the artists are approaching the subject of fish from a very personal point of The following companies have provided support view," according to Gary Freeburg, guest to help make the fish art exhibition possible: BP, curator, and professor of art at Kenai Phillips Alaska, the Alaska Seafood Marketing Peninsula College. Institute, ERA Aviation, Agrium, Snug Harbor Seafoods, and ClRI Tourism. A special Grand "2001: A Fish Odyssey" will feature artists Openin.q reception is planned for Friday, May 4~ from Unalaska to Ketchikan. All mediums at 5:30 p.m. of art will be represented including: fish skin basketry by Fran Reed (Anchorage); The Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center is open and many more talented artists, daily during the summer. A special educational curriculum has been developed for visiting 2001: A Fish Odyssey school groups. Four children' summer art work- "Fish are central to our life in Alaska. I believe shops have also been scheduled throughout the they serve a larger purpose than a food source summer. or wall trophy. This exhibition examines our close connection with fish on a variety of General admission to the art show is $3 per different levels," said Freeburg. "'2001: A person, all students K-12 are free. For more Fish Odyssey' celebrates all these connec- information, please call the Kenai Convention & tions." Visitors Bureau 283-1991. "The works of art in this exhibition move beyond the surface of what most summer visitors will experience. I guess you could March Student of the Month The March Student of the Month was Skyview High School Senior who is very active in the community. Sarah P~ker, accompanied by Vice Principal, AII~ ~er, were invited to attend the Soldotna ,_.~,am- ber of Commerce Tuesday Luncheon on March 27, 2001. Sarah was presented a certificate of achievement from Chamber President, Mike Frost and a lunch provided by Bob Sizemore. On behalf of the Cham- bet of Commerce, we would like to congratulate our March Student of the Month. Summer and Winter Recreation Maps Look for the KPTMC's newest collateral pieces in the Soldotna Visitor Center this year. The summer map will be out May 1 and the winter map will be out Sept, 1. As a result of a special project grant from the Kenai Peninsula Borough, they will be producing two recreational maps. These maps will be designed to direct visitors to the Peninsula's recreational areas that are best suited to provide them with a positive vacation experience, while minimizing the impact on local residents. One will be stdctly a winter map focusing on the SNOW related sports and the other wi" ' ~, a THREE-SEASON map highlightint ties to do May through October. The maps will, of course, be FREE to all. So be sure to stop by the Visitor Center and pickup one or two. Kids And. Community To After many years of faithful service, it had become painfully obvious that it was time to retjr," *he current Trout Pond from service at the Kenai Peninsula Sport, Rec. & Trade SI ..s the current promoter of the Sport Show, I would like to thank the Kenai Riv,.., ..,uides Association and Trout Unlimited for providing what has become one of the most popular and well attended aspects of our Show. I began brainstorming on a new concept a little over a year ago to replace the current aging system with a new high tech unit that promoted safety and handicap accessibility while providing and promoting the most enjoyable fishing experience possible in a safe 'and responsible manner. With the help of ACS Wireless, i would like to introduce the new Lance Dominonske Uving Memodai Trout Pond. Lance Dominonske was a man who not only loved our youth but continually gave of himself when it came to encouraging and helping the youth of our community and was instrumental in getting the odginal trout pond started on the Kenai Peninsula in order to help encourage and promote a safe and healthy outlet for our youth.., fishing. Lance lost his life several years ago in an unfortunate and untimely avalanche while enjoying the Kenai Peninsula he loved so much. When I approached ACS Wireless Benefit From New Trout Pond with the idea of a living memorial, they were not only excited to become involved but encour- aged me to pursue the idea as a beneficial way for area non-profits to help raise funds for their vadous causes. This new high tech trout pond sits at ground level, takes up less space, safely fishes more kids, allows more spectator participation (picture taking), and will be operated by volunteer and non- profit groUps that work with kids on a"Volunteer Donation" basis. Each group will be assigned a minimum of five hours each in which time they will assist young anglers and operate the trout pond. Parents are encouraged to help support these agencies through a"Gift Donation" to the operating agency or group at the time of their visit. Support is voluntary and NO child will be turned away or pressured to pay. With the help and support of ACS Wireless, the Kenai Peninsula Sport, Rec. And Trade Show purchased the new trout pond and will provide access and all necessary supplies to the operating agencies at no cost and 100% of ail donations will qo toward ~he support of the a_~encv ass~clned to run the irout pond at the time of your visit. This is a new and unique opportunity for many area non-profit groups to raise money for their kids and I hope the community is as supportive and excited as I am about this new idea. ThrOugh community support, the Lance Dominonske Living Memorial Trout Pond can and will keep the vision Lance had for our kids alive for many years to come. For more information, call Terry Coral at 335-9423. WIRELESS ' For offering, another year · of FREE celluar service to · 'the Chamber!!! :' OA¢$ ] v uoosX i 1: Cha ber off Brochure/Business Card Display Display promotional brochures on racks in our Visitor Informa- tion Center. An inexpensive and highly visible marketing tool. Inclusion in Chamber Member Publications Listing in publications includ- ing a Visitor Services Directory, Recreation Guide (40,000 pdnted and distributed in 2000) and Community Profile. Representation at Con- sumer/Trade Shows When our Chamber partici- pates in a show, your business will be promoted. · /ibscription Se~ice Names and addresses of those who call or write for infor- mation, mailed on labels twice per month. Lobbying Efforts We keep informed and participate in the decision and policy making process. Members have visited Juneau to lobby on behalf of busi- ness. Operation of Visitor Information Center Our Chamber operates the Soldotna Visitor Information Cen- ter. May - September 2000, over 60,000 visitors received informa- tion and referral services. Internet Listing Your business is listed free both categorically and alphabetically on our chamber web page. You have an option to purchase web links and enhancements. Bulk Mail Stamp Use of our bulk mail stamp for any of your mailings over 200 pieces will save you money. DO WE HAVE YOUR ACCOMMODATION UPDATE? Klm is in the process of getting the Visitor Information Center ready for the summer visitors. This includes making sure that all of the informa- tion in the Accommodation Manual is CURRENT and complete. That is why she needs you to fill out and return your update form to the Chamber office as soon as possible. If you did not receive an update form, please call us and we will make sure that you get one. You can mail your completed form to the office at 44790 Sterling Hwy., Soldotna 99669 or fax it to 262-3566. If you need additional information, please call Klm at 262-9814. ¢ POSITION OPENING Visitor Information Assistant. This is a part time position to begin II May 22 and go until Sept. 26 for the Soldotna Visitor Center. Requires II a mature attitude, customer service experience and knowledge ofll Soldotna and the surrounding area. Requires weekend work andll some lifting; up to 40 lbs. Pay will start out at $7.00 per hour and bell 20-35 hours weekly. Please send a resume to the Soldotnall Chamber of Commerce at 44970 Stealing Hwy., Soldotna, AK 99669. J J ~..~ses April 16, 2001. ~.~ St. Patty's.Day parade BIGGER than ever!! Soldotna Chamber Board Member Jocelyn Coghill, Executive Director Justine Polzin and Visitor Center Manager Kim Madman handing out LUCKY BUCKS! Young Madnes of We Kenai/Soldotna Areas walk proud with Manne Recruiters and "Capt. Drill April Chamber Luncheon Calendar Tuesday Noon, Riverside House April 3 April 10 April 17 April Stefanie Gorder, VP Sales & Marketing, Premier Alaska Tours, Inc. Norma Holmgaard, Kenai Penln~mla Borough SchOOl District, IASA Cooer SteveHom, ExeoaiveDirecmr, _C~allengerLearningCemerofAlaska Tony Nakazawa, Director Co-Operative Extension Service UAF $01d0tna r..hamber of ~0mm~r~ 44'/~o ~ot~rtin0 tt~,I. $oidotna, Al:: qqbbq City of Kenai Mayor John Williams 210 Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, AK 99611 , , Soldotna Chamber of Commerce 2001 Board of Directors and Staff President Mike Frost 1st National Bank of Anchorage 260-6023 Past President Dan Mortenson Four D Carpet One 262-9181 President Elect Usa Wimmer National Bank of Alaska 262-4435 Vice President Sammie Cole SouthCentral TilJe 262-4494 Secretary/Treasurer Dena Cunningham McDonalds 262-2221 Terry Coval KWAVE/KPEN/KGTL Radio 283-7423 Paul Gray Exploring Alaska w/Paul Gray 262-9008 Betty Obendorf Individual 262-9890 Tim Pope Natron Air 262-8440 Mike Sweeney Sweeney's Clothing 262-5916 Barbara Elson First Amedcan Title of Alaska 262-5708 Jocelyn Coghill Peninsula Cladon 283-7551 Kurt Olson Tim Berg's Alaskan Fishing Adventures 800-548-3474 Executive Director Justine Polzin Soidotna Chamber of Commerce 262-9,. Visitor Services Klm Mariman Sold°rna Visitor Center 262-1337 Member Services Edca Williamson Soldotna Chamber Fax 262-3566 Ripple Chamber Manager Rebecca Hanson Ripple Chamber 260-6100 Chamber Bookkeeper Linda Anderson E · ~ ~~ $~/~; Arctic Slope Regional A periodic publication of the Resource Development Council, Inc. Alaskans overwhelmingly support opening fraction of ANWR fOr oil A new poll of Alaska residents shows overwhelming support across the state for oil'and gas development in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Dittman Research Corporation con- ducted a statewide telephone poll in ~anuary to ask the same question posed over the past eleven years. "Do you support oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, also known as ANWR?" "Public support has consistently exceeded opposition by wide margins over ten years," states the Dittman Research report. With 75' percent favoring development, the 2001 results show the highest approval since the polling question was first posed to Alaskans. "Oddly enough, our fellow Alaskans don't believe that Alaskans support development in ANWR," said Jerome Selby, Co-Chair of Arctic Power. "The long-term, consistent polling data presented today should end that belief." (Continued to page 7) Question: Do you support or oppose oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, also known as ANWR? 23% Unsure 2% Support 75% ",,The area within ANWR proposed for oil and gas development is the flat and tree/ess Coastal Plain which represents eight percent of the ')tg. 6-million acre refuge. Congress specifically excluded this area from ANWR's Wilderness designation in 1980. Sen-ators attack ANWR provision of energy bill Here's what our readers can do to advance ANWR efforts After spending ten days in Washington, D.C. working with representatives from Arctic Power to lobby for the opening of the coastal plain of ANWR, it is clear to me that Alaskans have a titanic battle on our hands. Senator Murkowski's energy bill, which includes a provision authorizing oil and gas exploration and development within the coastal plain of ANWR, has been vehemently attacked by a powerful group of Senators looking to designate the same area as federal Wilderness. These Senators, including Senator John Kerry (D-MA), Senator Joseph Lieberman (D-CT) and Senator Hillary Clinton (D-NY), have pledged to fight, to their proverbial deaths in order to protect ANWR. Their rhetoric, and blatant manipulation of the national press is shameless. The press conference to introduce their wilderness bill was a cacophony of misdirection, polarizing rhetoric and misinformation. Here are just a few of the iowlights. Citing a popular and often misinterpreted statistic, Senator Kerry said, "...we could spoil the wilderness to satisfy our national oil demand for only six months." Not to be out-done, Senator Lieberman stated, "Far from addressing our energy needs now or in the future, the only thing we are certain to achieve by drilling in this magnificent land is to destroy it with a web of industrial sprawl and pollution." Meanwhile, Senator Clinton proclaimed, "We benefit as a country because the refuge is them, untouched, as God created it. Let us save the refuge from the oil rigs and the environmental damage that will surely follow." These comments clearly demonstrate the unwillingness of our opponents to debate the ANWR issue on its merits. To them this exercise is not'one of sound public policy making, but rather of power politics and crass grandstanding for personal gain. The people of the United States deserve more from our elected.officials. Most reasonable people agree that our country needs a comprehensive energy plan. This plan should consist of three major components-- first, energy conservation and fuel efficiency, second, research and development of alternative sources of energy, and finally increased domestic energy production. Senator Murkowski's energy bill takes steps to Page 2 / RESOURCE REVIEW / April 2001 achieve each of these goals. Moreover, Senator Murkowski has stated that he believes the energy bill should be the start of a dialogue in the Senate to craft a balanced national energy program. His opponents have expressed little interest in taking up his offer. They would prefer to shoot holes in the ANWR provision with sound bites for the national news. Its time for Alaskans to speak out in support of a balanced national energy policy---one that includes oil and gas exploration in the coastal plain of ANWR. Here are a few things you c do to help. · Writeourcongressional delegation and thank them fo~ their work On the energy issue and on ANWR in particular. · Talk with your friends, family and business associates in other parts of the country and educate them on the facts of the ANWR issue. · Send them factual information like this newsletter and other materials from RDC or Arctic Power. · Encourage them to write letters to their local newspapers and contact their congressional delegates in support of a responsible, sensible energy policy that includes the ANWR provision. · Send an email to everyone in your address bOok asking them to take a look at Arctic Power's web site- www.anwr.org. This website is filled with factual information. It should be a favorite bookmark on your'computer throughout the ANWR debate. Once again politicians, who belie~,~ they gain most from courting the east( environmental establishment, are holding Alaska hostage. Unfortunately, the interests of the nation are suffering. MurkoWski's energy bill seeks to red. uce ........ reliance on foreign sources, open ANWR improvements in automobile gas mileage and provides $1 billion a year to help the poor afford escalating utility costs. 'q'hrough a broad range of balanced proposals, this bill seeks to increase the use of alternative sources, the efficient use of energy and our own domestic Calling it the first step in reducing America's growing reliance on foreign sources of oil, Senator Frank Murkowski is charging forward with his national energy legislation, "the National Energy Security Act of 2001 ." Since introducing the Senate energy legislation in late February, Murkowski has come under fire by environmentalists who bitterly oppose a major element of his bill which allows .enVironmentally-sensitive oil and gas development in ANWR. 'q'he truth about my national energy legislation is that it is the first comprehensive, bipartisan proposal to boost alternative energy and energy conservation 'ina decade," Murkowski said. "It is a bill that should be endorsed by real environmentalists everywhere." The bill seeks to boost energy --.efficiency and provide aid for renewable energy from biomass and from wind, geothermal, solar and hydropower. It ¥.~-.:. Promotes hybrid-electric cars, requires 7 reasons to support ANWR drilling 1. Minimal environmental impact: Advanced technology has greatly reduced the "foot- print" of oil development in the Arctic. Less than one-tenth of one percent of ANWR, and less than one percent of the Coastal Plain, would be affected by oil and gas development. No federally designated Wilderness in Alaska would be touched. 2. Best chance for major discovery: The Coastal Plain of ANWR is America's best prospect for the discovery of another giant "Prudhoe Bay-sized" oil and gas discovery in North America. ANWR could supply from 25% to 50% of total future domestic production for ,decades to come. 3. Lessen dependence on foreign oil: Major discoveries in ANWR would significantly lower our reliance on foreign producers. The U.S. imports over 55% of its needed petroleum, costing more than $100 billion a year. We need to develop our own rich domestic resources where they have the most potential with minimal adverse environmental impact. 4. North Slope production is in decline: These fields currently provide the U.S. with nearly 25% of domestic production and since 1988 this production has been on the decline. 5. Economic benefits: Between 1980 and 1994, North Slope oil field development and production activity contributed over $50 billion to the nation's economy. ANWR could generate up to 800,000 jobs nationwide and billions of dollars in revenues to the Treasury. )6. No negative impact on animals: Wildlife populations continue to thrive throughout North Slope oil fields. Caribou populations have increased nine-fold in 25 years. 7. Alaskan support: More than 75% of Alaskans support ANWR development, including Inupiat Eskimos who live in and near ANWR. energy supply," Murkowski said. "At the same time, the bill will help improve . the environment through the applica- tion of new technologies and lay the groundwork for even greater advances in the future ". Murkowski warned that America is facing a real energy crisis, noting that supply of energy is not keeping up with demand. "It is going to take a team effort to solve this problem," Murkowski said. "We can't afford to leave our best players on the bench. That means it is necessary to responsibly open certain parts of Alaska's coastal plain, our nation's best hope for new domestic exploration, it can be done in an environmentally thoughtful and careful manner and it can replace the oil we buy from Saudi Arabia for the next 30 years." Murkowski said the bill is vital to protect America's energy security. "The lack of a real energy policy has led to higher prices for all forms of energy. That has hit American families and consumers where it hurts, in the wallet or pocketbook. It also has made us more dependent on foreign oil than ever before. We are at an all-time high of 56% dependence and we are pro- jected to be 70% dependent by 2020." Murkowski said the bill specifically gives the Secretary of the Interior full power to impose environmental protections to prevent adverse effects on fish and wildlife, habitat, subsistence resources or the environment and requires the application of the best commercially available technology for oil and gas exploration, development and production. The bill also earmarks a portion of the federal share of bid bonuses from oil and gas leases for conservation and research into renewable energy research and development. "Developing a comprehensive energy plan for this nation is a farsighted step to protect both the environment and our economy in the future," Murkowski said. April 2001 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 3 A case for oil development in ANWR · The U.S. imports over 57% of the nation's needed petroleum. These oil imports cost more than $100 billion a year. These figures are rising and could hit 70% imports by the year 2020. · Beneath a 1.5 million acre tract on the North Slope of Alaska is estimated to be between 6 and 16 billion barrels of recoverable oil (between 11.6 and 31.5 billion barrels in-place). This area is known as the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). This non-park area of ANWR was designated by Congress in 1981 as requiring special study to determine its oil and gas potential and the effects of development on the environment. In 1987, the Department of Interior recommended development. Congressional and presidential authorization is required for the non-park Coastal Plain to be open. The Coastal Plain is not America's last Wilderness. None of Alaska's 58 million acres of federal Wilderness, including those protected lands inside ANWR, would be touched by development. · ANWR production could replace imports of Saudi oil for over 30 years. · Prudhoe Bay, located 60 miles to the west of ANWR, has been operating for over'20 years and has produced in excess of 11 billion barrels of oil during that time. It is among the most environ- mentally sensitive oil operations in the world. Present output from Prudhoe Bay area fields has declined to 1.1 million barrels per day, and is continu- ing to decline. · The Coastal Plain of ANWR is America's best bet for the discovery of another giant "Prudhoe Bay-sized" oil and gas region in North America. Many economic benefits would result: - The Coastal Plain could pro- duce up to 1.5 million barrels per day for at least 25 years - nearly 25% of current daily U.S. production. - The U.S. would save $14 billion per year in oil imports. - Up to 800,000 jobs are estimated to be created by development of the Coastal Plain. - Federal revenues would be enhanced by billions of dollars from bonus bids, lease rentals, royalties, and taxes. New technology is being used at the Alpine oil field to ensure the smallest footprint ever for a field this size. The Alpine field covers more than 40,000 acres, but technology has limited total surface impact to only 97acres or two-tenths of one percent · of the field. The largest oil field to be discovered in North America in over a decade, Alpine was explored through the use of ice roads. In the spring, the roads and drilling pads melted, leaving no trace of development activity. Alpine set a new standard which can be applied to ANWR exploration. Page 4 / RESOURCE REVIEW / April 2001 · Advancing technology has greatly reduced the "footprint" of Arctic oil devel- opment. If Prudhoe Bay were built today, the footprint would be 1,526 acres, 64% smaller. Caribou numbers have increased nine fold at Prudhoe Bay over the past 25 years. Oil and gas development and wildlife set the model for successful coexistence in the Arctic. · Oil and gas development and wildlife are successfully coexisting in Alask Arctic. For example, the Central Ar~ caribou herd at Prudhoe Bay has grown from 3,000 to as many as 27,120 during the last 25 years. Kaktovik is located on ANWR's coastal plain. America's first and best environmentalists, the Eskimos, are in favor of developing ANWR's Coastal Plain, which is in their back yard. · More than 74% of Alaskans favor exploration and production in ANWR. (Polling conducted in January 2001). The Inupiat Eskimos who live in an,~ near ANWR strongly support onshor6 development on the Coastal Plain. For more information, log on to www.anwr, org Myths of ANWR In 1980, the 1.5 million acre Coastal Plain of ANWR was specifically designated by Congress for further study of its oil and gas potential and ~,the effects of development on the )refuge. In 1987, the Department of ~ Interior recommended development. -"Much of the rest of ANWR's 19 million acres is prOtected from development 'through a federal Wilderness designation. In their opposition to development, non-development groups present several misleading arguments: Myth: Development would destroy ANWR -- America's last Arctic wilderness. Reality: First, oil and gas leasing would occur only on the Coastal Plain, which represents 8 percent of ANWR. With modern technology, development's footprint would be confined to about 2,000 acres, well under one percent of the Coastal Plain. Second, 92 percent of ANWR is closed to development. Nearly half is designated Wilderness, including a section of the refuge's Coastal Plain. Not one acre of ANWR's )Wilderness w,ould be developed. More- over, Alaskas 365 million acres is largely pristine. This total includes 192 million acres of parks and refuges and 58 million acres of federally desig- nated Wilderness, 62 percent of America's total. In addition, Alaskans have themselves set aside 3.5 million acres of state lands as parks and have closed even more lands as protected critical wildlife habitat. Southwest of ANWR is Gates of the Arctic National Park-- a multi-million acre wilderness preserve'that would remain untouched. Myth: 95% of Alaska's Arctic coastline is open to oil and gas development. Reality: Only 14 percent of Alaska's Arctic coastal lands are open to oil and gas exploration. These are lands owned by the State of Alaska between the Colville and Canning Rivers. If ANWR's Coastal Plain is opened to exploration, the total would rise to 25%. Myth: The Coastal Plain is sacred to caribou. Development would destroy the herds. Reality: The same prediction was made when Prudhoe Bay development was being debated in Congress. Today, North Slope caribou herds along the pipeline and near the oil fields are thriv- ing. The Porcupine caribou herd does use the Coastal Plain for calving. How- ever, in most years, the bulk of the herd uses other areas of the Alaska and Canadian Arctic. State studies show that over the past 18 years, only 43 percent of the Porcupine herd used the Coastal Plain. In 10 out of 19 years, less than 50 percent of the herd calved in the area; in four out of 19 years a large portion calved in the area; but in five out of 19 years, very few, if any, calves were born on the Coastal Plain. Myth: The North Slope oil industry is damaging to the Arctic environment. Reality: The industry has an excellent environmental track record in the Arctic. Studies confirm that there has been no decline in wildlife or waterfowl populations in or near North Slope oil fields since development began 25 years ago. The industry is the most clean, most technologically advanced and most heavily regulated in the world. Facilities are designed to minimize environmental impact. Myth: Only 3.2 billion barrels of oil is likely to be found in ANWR, amount- ing to a six-month supply of oil for the U.S. Reality: First, the 3.2 billion figure is from an outdated 1987 report. The U.S. Geological Survey released a new report in 1998 which estimated that between 6 and 16 billion barrels of recoverable reserves are likely to be found in ANWR. The report estimates that in-place oil could reach 30 billion barrels, much larger than Prudhoe Bay. Just a small portion of this South Carolina-sized refuge likely contains enough oil to produce 1.5 to 2 million barrels a day for at least 25 years, about a third of the current daily domestic productiOn. Second, the six-month supply argument is based on the assumption that all the energy America consumes would come from a single oil field. However, our oil comes from hundreds of fields. If the six-month argument was applied to Prudhoe Bay, America's most prolific oil field would have been exhausted in about two years. Like Prudhoe Bay, ANWR can reduce the nation's reliance on foreign sources, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and saving billions of dollars in oil imports. Its economic benefits will be felt for decades. (Continued to page 7) April 2001 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 5 Drilling would not put caribou at risk By Matthew A. Cronin Ken Whitten, a retired biologist with the Alaska Department of Fish and game, provided his opinion in the Anchorage Daily News that we should not risk the Porcupine caribou herd in ANWR to find out whether oil and caribou are compatible. I will present information that rebuts Whitten's arguments. Whitten was selective in presenting information about oil fields and caribou. He stated that caribou avoid the trans- Alaska pipeline and that facilities have blocked movements along the coast. He did not cite the extensive documentation that thousands of caribou use and move through the North Slope oil fields and along TAPS each summer, and they frequently use oil field structures to escape insects. He stated that "calving at Prudhoe Bay had already largely ceased by the time oil first flowed south." However, the extent of calving at Prudhoe Bay prior to development, and hence effects on calving, are unknown. There are data suggesting that caribou avoid roads with traffic during the calving period in June, and that the concentration of calving has shifted away from development areas in the Milne Point and Kuparuk oil fields. However, there have been no consistent differences in the production of calves or numbers of caribou in the oil fields and undeveloped areas. Whitten acknowledges that the Central Arctic herd grew from 5,000 animals in the mid-1970s to 27,000 in the year 2000, although there was a decline in numbers between 1992 and 1995. He noted that cows that spent more time in the oil field gained less weight and had fewer calves than cows that seldom encountered development. The implication is that the oil fields were involved with the decline in 1995, although he noted that changes in the herd coincide with weather conditions. If the oil fields were responsible for the decline in 1995, a logical inference is that the oil fields were also responsible for the increases from 1995 to 2000. In fact, no cause-effect relationship, positive or negative, exists between oil fields and herd Productivity. For example, in recent years, there have been more animals and higher calf production in oil field areas than in undeveloped areas. The number of animals in oil field areas declined from 14,842 to 6,327 between 1992 and 1995, and then rebounded to 14,295 in 2000. Also, between 1997 and 2000 there was a range of 79-83 calves per 100 cows in the oil field areas and a range of 64-88 calves per 100 cows in undeveloped areas. It is likely that the numbers of caribou reflect movements of animals between the developed and undeveloped areas, not oil field impacts on calf production. We do not know enough about other factors that affect the herd, like range condition and population density, because research on the Central Arctic herd has focused on oil field impacts. Conclusions for caribou and oil fields are: Contrary to pOpular belief, in most years, the bulk of the Porcupine caribou herd use other areas of the Arctic to calve. In 2000, very few caribou calved on ANWR's Coastal Plain. Above, caribou graze in the Prudhoe Bay oil field. 1. The herd has grown from 5,000 to 27,000 caribou since the oil fields were developed. The Porcupine herd has declined recently without oil fields in its range. 2. The numbers of caribou and calf production in the oil field areas are as high or higher than in undeveloped areas. 3. Caribou continue to use and travel through oil field habitats each summer. 4. Oil field structures such as pipelines and roads may deflect caribou movements. 5. Cows and calves may move a few kilometers frc roads with traffic, and calving distributions may have shifted since development of the oil fields. Extending this information to the Porcupine caribou herd in ANWR is speculative. As a scientist, I believe the data for the Central Arctic herd indicate that caribou and oil development can coexist together in ANWR with appropriate management. For example, restriction of activities during the calving season, buried or elevated pipelines and careful siting of modern facilities with small footprints, could minimize impacts on caribou. However, whether oil should be developed in ANWR is for all citizens and our elected officials to decide. As a scientist, it is my duty to provide all relevant information. I encourage you to read the scientific literature and assess the situation for yourself. I will be happy to provide a list of all relevant papers and reports to readers (M. Cronin, LGL Alaska research, 1101 East 76th Ave., Suite B, Anchorage, AK 99518). Finally, it is unreasonable to conclude, as Whitten has, that the Porcupine herd is "at risk" if oil fields are developed in ANWR. There may be some adverse impacts on this herd, but to suggest the entire herd is at risk is not supported by the experience with the Central Arctic herd. Matthew Cronin is a scientist with L GL Alaska Research Associa', in Anchorage and an affiliate professor at the University of Alaska, School of Agriculture and Land Resources Management. He earned his Ph.D., at Yale. His research focuses on molecular genetics, as well as natural resource management. Page 6 / RESOURCE REVIEW / April 2001 Southeast Anchorage Southcentral Central Rural Support is high in every regio~ 15+ years 10-14 years 5-9 years 0-4 years Time in Alask; 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% · Support · Oppose 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% · Suppo~ a Oppose Poll reveals strong ANWR support (Continued from page 1) Polling shows support is high across all regions of Alaska, but highest in Anchorage. Support is also highest among older Alaskans and those living in the state more than 15 years. These residents are more aware of the oil industry's successful efforts to minimize environmental disturbances on the North Slope, as well as its massive contribution to the state's economy. Long-time residents tend to form opinions based on the industry's documented track record in Alaska, rather than on perceptions largely formed by emotional arguments from Lower 48 non-development groups oppos- ing ANWR development. 'q'o get so many Alaskans agreeing on anything is the most remarkable thing," added Selby. "With the national debate heating up, it becomes critical that we get the message out to the nation that Alaskans support development, and support doing the development right," Selby said. Senator Frank Murkowski has introduced legislation out- lining a national energy policy of which ANWR is a central element. Congressman Don Young has also introduced "open ANWR" legislation. ANWR development took center stage during last year's Presidential debates and President Bush is actively pushing for ANWR development in his national energy policy. Congressman Don Young has also introduced legislation to open ANWR's Coastal Plain to oil and gas development. "Congress needs to know that Alaskans are united on ANWR development," noted Senator Murkowski, "Issues favored by huge majorities of Alaskans have always been nail-biters in Congress," Murkowski continued. "Statehood and the pipeline rights-of-way are perfect examples. I don't expect ANWR to be any different." Myths of ANWR (Continued from page 5) Myth' Conservation measures could save more than what could be developed from ANWR Reality: America needs to push forward with aggressive conservation measures, but even if this nation takes full advantage of potentially-attainable conservation initiatives, it would still far well short of meeting its daily energy needs. America cannot conserve its way to energy independence no more than it can drill its way to such a goal. However, by enacting stronger conservation measures and developing ~) ANWR's reserves to replace declining production at Prudhoe Bay, America can significantly reduce its reliance on foreign sources of oil. By itself, however, conservation is NOT an energy source. A more efficient vehicle engine or home heating system will still require fuel to run. · Myth: ANWR oil development would not provide relief to American consumers today since it would take up to ten years for the oil to reach Lower 48 markets. , Reality: Due to strict environmental regulations and laws, it would take seven or more years to bring ANWR oil to market. At that time, oil from the Coastal Plain would supply America in a time when oil from foreign sources will certainly be more expensive and in shorter supply than today. Myth' Alaskans are split on ANWR development Reality: Polls have consistently shown strong support for ANWR development across Alaska. Alaska's Inupiat Eskimos, who live on the North Slope, strongly support onshore development in ANWR. The Alaska Federation of Natives, which represents all Alaska Native groups, has endorsed development. 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