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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-05-16 Council PacketKenai City Council Meeting Packet May 16, 2001 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING MAY 16, 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) Monica Heath and Mt. View Third Grade Class -- Presentation of Quilt ) ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS . Ordinance No. 1908-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $302,000 for Wastewater Planning and Design Including Plant Expansion. . Ordinance No. 1909-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $50,000 in the Water and Sewer Fund and the Gill Street Crossing Capital Project Fund for a New Water Main. Ordinance No. 1910-2001 -- Amending the Definition of Hotel and Adding Definitions for "Lodge" and "Guide Service" in the Kenai Zoning Code (14.20.320). . Ordinance No. 1911-2001 -- Amending the Land Use Table to Add "Lodge" and "Guide Service" to the Listed Uses. , Ordinance No. 1912-2001 -- Amending KMC 23.50.010 Employee Classifications to Include New Position Titles. . Resolution No. 2001-31 -- Awarding the Bid to Tri City's Construction, Inc. for Left Hansen Memorial Park Sidewalks-2001 for the Total Amount of $14,040. -1- , . ITEM D: lo 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. ITEM E: . ITEM F: ITEM G: ITEM H: . . e . ITEM I: le 2. 3. 4. -2- Resolution No. 2001-32 -- Awarding a Contract for Planning Services for the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan to Kevin Warin§ Associates for the Total Not-To-Exceed Amount of $79,748. Resolution No. 2001-33 -- Supporting the Efforts of the Alaska Pork Project, Inc. in Seekin~ and Acquirin§ Fund for the Development of a Business Plan. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report MINUTES *Regular Meeting of May 2,2001. CORRESPONDENCE OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSIES Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 *Ordinance No. 1913-2001 -- Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1,2001 and Ending June 30, 2002. Approval-- Special Use Permit/Kenai Municipal Airport-- ATM Machine/Reean D. Pitts. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS Mayor City Manager Attorney City Clerk . Finance Director Public Works Managers Airport Manager ITEM J: DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT -3- MAYOR'S REPORT MAY 16, 2001 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING CHANGES TO THE AGENDA REOUESTED BY: ADD TO: ITEM C-8, Resolution No. 2001-33 {Supporting Pork Project, Inc.'s efforts to acquire lundin§ for development of a business Plan) -- Letters of objection from Loni E§§ertsen-Goff, Kenai Peninsula Borou§h Planner and Gerald R. Brookman. CLERK CONSENT AGENDA lo . MAYOR'S REPORT Governor's Gas Pipeline Task Force Meeting-- May 17, 2001 (information on table). Arctic Winter Games, 2006. 3. Prison ~>-~ oO~~~ - o< o<=~o~ o<=~~o~ §~~~~ o< o<~~o~ 0 ~ a. mu. mm ~~z o< og ~>~ Suggested by: Administrati¢. City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1908-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $302,000 FOR WASTEWATER PLANNING AND DESIGN INCLUDING PLANT EXPANSION WHEREAS, the City received a $151,000 grant from the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation for wastewater planning and design including plant expansion; and WHEREAS, a matching amount of $151,000 must be provided for the project as agreed to in Resolution 98-55; and WHEREAS, funds are available in the fund balance of the Water and Sewer Special Revenue Fund; and WHEREAS, the project will be accounted for in the Wastewater Treatment Capital Project Fund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Water and Sewer Special Revenue Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Appropriation of Fund Balance Increase Appropriations: Transfer to Capital Project Fund Wastewater Treatment Capital Project Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Transfer from Water & Sewer Special Revenue Fund State Grant Increase Appropriations: Administration Engineering/Design $151,000 $151~000 $151,000 151,000 $302,000 $ 2,000 300,000 $302,000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI ALASKA, this 16th day of May, 2001. ' ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (04/18/2001) jl Introduced- Adopted' Effective: May 2,2001 May 16, 2001 May 16, 2001 Suggested by: Administratic City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1909-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $50,000 IN THE WATER AND SEWER FUND AND THE GILL STREET CROSSING CAPITAL PROJECT FUND FOR A NEW WATER MAIN. WHEREAS, there is only one water main serving all of Redoubt Terrace Subdivision; and WHEREAS, the City's previous "Water System Study" recommended a new water main into Redoubt Terrace Subdivision at Gill Street; and WHEREAS, the State of Alaska DOT will be rebuilding the Kenai Spur Highway at Gill Street this summer; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to install a water main across the Kenai Spur Highway at Gill Street before DOT repaves the Kenai Spur. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Water and Sewer Special Revenue Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Appropriation of Fund Balance Increase Appropriations: Transfer to Capital Projects Gill Street Crossing Capital Project Fund Increase Estimated Revenues' Transfer from Special Revenue Fund Increase Appropriations: Admin. Engineering Construction $50:000 $50,000 $50,000 $ 1,000 5,000 44,000 $50,000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16th day of May, 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' (04 / 26 / 2001) jl Introduced: May 2,2001 Adopted: May 16, 2001 Effective: May 16, 2001 Suggested by: Council Member Bannock CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1910-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF HOTEL AND ADDING DEFINITIONS FOR "LODGE" AND "GUIDE SERVICE" IN THE KENAI ZONING CODE (14.20.320). WHEREAS, the current definition of "hotel" in 14.20.320 does not distinguish between large and small hotel-type uses; WHEREAS, adding a definition of "lodge" to describe a small (five or fewer rooms} hotel-type use, while redefining "hotel" to encompass more than five rooms, would clarify the Kenai zoning code; WHEREAS, the definition of "guide service" should be added to the Kenai zoning code due to the increased number of guide services in the city; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, Alaska, that KMC 14.20.320 is amended by changing the definition of "hotel" and adding the definitions of ~guide service" and "lodge' as follows: "Guide Service" means any activity on any premises used for collecting or returning ~)ersons from recreational trips when remuneration is provided for the service. "Hotel" means [ANY] a building or group of buildings [IN WHICH THERE ARE] containing more than five guest rooms used [, DESIGNED, OR INTENDED TO BE USED] for the purpose of offering [TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC, FOOD OR LODGING, OR BOTH, ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS] public lodging on a day-to-day basis with or without meals. "Lodge" means a building or group of buildings containing five or fewer guest rooms used for the purpose of offering public lodging on a day-to- day basis with or without meals. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16th day of May 2001. ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: Adopted: Effective: May 2,2001 May 16,2001 June 16,2001 CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PZ01-16 AN RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING TO THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KEN~, ALASKA, THAT THE DEFINITION OF HOTEL BE AMENDED AND TO ADD DEFINITIONS FOR ~LODGE' AND 'GUIDE SERVICE" IN THE KENAI ZONING CODE (14.20.320). WHEREAS, the current definition of 'hotel~ in 14.20.320 does not distinguish between large and small hotel-type uses; WHEREAS, adding a definition of 'lodge' to describe a small (five or fewer rooms) hotel-type use, while rede£ming 'hotel' to encompass more than five rooms, would clarify the Kenai zoning code; WHEREAS, the definition of 'guide service" should be added to the Kenai zOning code due to the increased number of guide services in the city; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED TO THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, Alaska, that KMC 14.20.320 be amended by changing the definition of 'hotel' and adding the definitions of 'guide service" and 'lodge' as follows: 'Guide Senrice~ means any activity on any premises used for collecting or returning persons from recreational trips when remuneration is provided for .the service. 'Hotel' means a building or group of buildings containing more than five guest rooms used for the purpose of offering public lodging on a day-to- day basis with or without meals. 'Lodge' means a building or group of buildings containing five or fewer guest rooms used for the purpose of offering public lodging on a day-to- day basis with or without meals. PASSED BY THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 25th day of APRIL, 2001. ATTEST: ~-~ Suggested by: Adrn_inistration CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1911-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING THE LAND USE TABLE TO ADD ~LODGE~ AND "GUIDE SERVICE~ TO THE LISTED USES. WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai added the definitions of "Lodge" and ~Guide Service~ to the Kenai zoning code; WHEREAS, the Land Use Table should be amended to inClude the new definitions; WHEREAS, the land use "Lodge/Fraternal Organizations" should be amended deleting the term "Lodge" to avoid confusion; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, Alaska, that the definitions of ~Guide Service" and ~Lodge" be added to the Land Use Table, and the term ~Lodge' be removed from ~Fratemal Organizations," as appear on Attachment A. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16th day of May 2001. John d. Williams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: Adopted: Effective: May 2,2001 May 16,2001 June 16,2001 P = Principal Permitted Use C = Conditional Use S = Secondary Use N = Not Permitted I~AND Il,gE TABI~E NOTE: Reference footnote on following pages for additional restrictions. ,, ZONING DISTRICTS C RR RRI RS RSI RS2 RU CC CG IL IH R TSH LAND USES , , COMMERCIAL Guide Service N C C C N N C ~ p P P P C P Lodge N C C C N N C P P P C C P MISCELLANEOUS [LODGES/]Fraternal N C C C C C C P P P C C P Organizations Ordinance No. 1911-2001 Attachment A CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PZ01-17 AN RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING TO THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THAT THE LAND USE TABLE BE AMENDED TO ADD 'LODGE~ AND 'GUIDE SERVICE~ TO THE LISTED USES. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Kenai recommended to the Council of the City of Kenai that definitions of 'Lodge~ and 'Guide Service~ be added to the Kenai zoning code; WHEREAS, the Land Use Table should be amended to include the new definitions as appear on Attachment A; WHEREAS, the land use 'Lodge/Fratemal Organizations~ should be amended deleting the term "Lodge" to avoid confusion as appear on Attachment A. PASSED BY THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 25TH day of APRIL, 2001. ATTEST: Suggested by: Administrat:~.. City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1912-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALAS~ AMENDING KMC 23.50.010 EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATIONS TO INCLUDE.NEW POSITION TITLES. WHEREAS, the FY 2002 budget includes two new position titles including a range 14 Planner in the Planning and Zoning Department and a range 6 Parks and Recreation Center Supervisor in the Parks & Recreation Departments; and WHEREAS, these position titles will be effective on July 1,2001. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA KPC 23.50-010 be amended to include the following: Code Class Class Title Range 117 Planner 14 216 Parks & Recreation Supervisor 6 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16t~ day of May, 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (04 / 26 / 2001) jl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: May 2,2001 May 16, 2001 July 1, 2001 Suggested by' Administrat..... CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO; 2001-31 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AWARDING THE BID TO TRI CITY'S CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR LEIF HANSEN MEMORIAL PARK SIDEWALKS - 2001 FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $14,040. WHEREAS, the following bid was received on May 9, 2001' BIDDER Tri City's Construction, Inc. AMOUNT $36 / LF - Sidewalks $3,279- Mariner's Memorial Sidewalk WHEREAS, Tri City's Construction, Inc.'s bid meets the bid specifications; and, WHEREAS, sufficient funds are appropriated to construct a sidewalk around the Mariner's Memorial and slightly less than 300 LF of looped sidewalks; and, WHEREAS, the recommendation from the City Administration is to award the bid to Tri City's Construction, Inc.; and, WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai has determined that Tri City's Construction, Inc.'s bid is a responsible bid and award to this bidder would be in the best interest of the City; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the bid for Leif Hansen Memorial Park Sidewalks be awarded to Tri City's Construction, Inc. for the total amount of $14,040. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16m day of May 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: ~ Suggested by: Adminish~ ..... CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 2001-32 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR PLANNING SERVICES- CITY OF KENAI COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO KEVIN WARING ASSOCIATES FOR THE TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $79,748. WHEREAS, the request for proposals was publicly advertised on March 7 and 11; and, WHEREAS, Kevin April 9,2001; and, Waring Associates' proposal was the only proposal received on WHEREAS, the proposal appears to be complete and the firm is qualified to perform the project; and, WHEREAS, it is the recommendation from a representative of the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Administration to award the contract to Kevin Waring Associates for the total not-to-exceed amount of $79,748; and, WHEREAS, sufficient monies are appropriated. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the contract for planning services- City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan be awarded to Kevin Waring Associates for the total not-to-exceed amount of $79,748. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16th day of May, 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO J PZ01-19 AN RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING TO THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, AL~. SKA, THAT THE CONTRACT FOR PLANNING SERVICES - CITY OF KENAI COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BE AWARDED TO KEVIN WARING ASSOCIATES FOR THE TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $79,748. WHEREAS, the request for proposals was publicly advertised on March 7 and 11; and, WHEREAS, Kevin Waring Associates' proposal was the only proposal received on April 9,2001; and, WHEREAS, the proposal appears to be complete and the firm is qualified to perform 'the project; and, WHEREAS, the recommendation from the Airport Manager, a representative from the Planning & Zoning Commission, and the City Administration is to award the contract to Kevin Waring Associates for the total not-to-exceed amount of $79,748. PASSED BY THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ~.~AL~S~, this 9th day of May, 2001. ATTEST: Suggested by: CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. ~001-33 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ~NAI, ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF THE ALASKA PORK PROJECT, INC. IN SEEKING AND ACQUIRING FUNDS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BUSINESS PLAN. WHEREAS, Alaska Pork Project, Inc. is currently seeking support for their efforts to obtain funding to create a feasibility study and bankable business plan for developing a pig meat industry in Alaska; and, WHEREAS, the Kenai City Council recognizes the importance of agriculture development and economic diversity in the State of Alaska; and, WHEREAS, also recognized is the strength of the consortium formed by Dutch and Alaskan companies involved in the emergence of this integrated high quality pork production project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that efforts of the Alaska Pork Project, Inc. to acquire funding for the development of a bankable business plan is recognized and supported. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 16th day of May, 2001. John J. Williams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Alaska Pork Inc. Dick Metteer Alaska Agriment Letter of Intent We are aware of the development of the Alaska Pork Project and we support the opportunities with this project. In case the study will show positive conclusions that Agriment International will.consider co- operation in the dissemination of information regarding know-how in the pig chain. Agriment International Deventer ~t- 0,~- ~Ol I~1. ~)J. van Laer · CEBECO INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS B.V. RO. Box 605, 7400 AP Deventer Telephone +31 570-638789 Telefax +31 570-677359 E-mail cipdeventer~coml3userve.com Bank: Rabobank Nederland, account no. 30.00.14.686 Visitaddress: Building IJsseldelta, Keulenstraa! 1 ld, 7418 ET Deventer The Netherlands Re~$tered no. 38024921 Agriment International Attn. Mr. H.J. van Laer Keulenstraat 1 ld 7418 ET DEVENTER Deventer, 28th of February 2001 Letter of Intent We are aware of the development of the Alaska Pork Project and we support the opportunities with this project. In case the study will show positive conclusions the Cebeco GroUp will consider co- operation in the purchase of feed ingredients and the formulation and production of pig feed. incerely, O INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS B.V. lng. A.W.M. Verhoeven Managing Director Meml~ e~ Royal Ce~ Gmu~ Coo~at~,~ U.A . TO R® Store MPS B.V. Meat Processing Systems Agdment International P.O. Box 661 7400 AR DEVENTER F.a.o. lng. H.J. van Laer Your reference ' Our reference ' FR/aeI01CO045 Direct line · (+31-544) 390 610 Subject · Letter of support Albert Schweitzerstraat 33 7131 PG Lichtenvoorde P.O. Box 160 7130 AD Lichtenvoorde The Netherlands Telephone (+31-544) 390 500 Telefax (+ 31-544) 371 111 a.emaus~stork-mps.com Lichtenvoorde, February 16, 2001 Letter of Support We are aware of the development of the Alaska Pork Project and we support the opportunities with this project° The undersigned, F. Ribourdouille, Commercial Director of Stork Meat Processing Systems (NL) declares to give support with basic design and budget offers for the development of the slaughterhouse and the meat processing units of the Alaska Pork Project. · Stork MPS Lichtenvoorde (NL) Director Stc~ MPS B V ~s a meml:~* of Sto~k N V Trade reg,stm' Ami'mm Nc~nt:m¢ 08075869. General I~ms fded with II'm reg~a7 o~ Itm ¢listnc~ court r~ 's-Hm'togefltm$c~ 59/94 anti 60/94. Sto k MPS B.V. Meat Processing Systems Agdment International P.O. Box 661 7400 AR DEVENTER F.a.o. lng. H.J. van Laer Albert Schweitzerstraat 33 7131 PG Lichtenvoorde P.O. Box 160 7130 AD Lichtenvoorde The Netherlands Telephone (+31-544) 390 500 Telefax (+ 31-544) 371 111 a.emaus@stork-mps.com · Your reference · Lichtenvoorde. February 16 2001 Our reference · HSt/ae/01C0044 ' Direct line · (+31-544) 390 516 Subject · Letter of support Letter of Support We are aware of the development of the Alaska Pork Project and we support the opportunities with this project. The undersigned H. Stel, Commercial Manger of Stork Aqua (NL) declares to give support with the basic design .and budget offers for the waste treatment of the meat plant and the pig farms of the slaughterhouse and the meat processing units 0..f the Alaska Pork Project... Stork Aqua '. ~,~~..,,~'.~/"'-'" LichtenvoordeJ ' -- · ... H. 6tei Manager Sales Engineering ' Stork MPS B.V ,s a metal)er of Stc)4'k N V Trade reg,ster Amnem Num0er 08075869 Generlt tem~s filKI w~ b~e regi$1ry o~ lJ~ clistr~ court ~n 's-Hertogenl)osct~ 59,'94 and 60/94 May 16, 2001 TO: Mayor John Williams and all Members of the Kenai City Council FKOM: Gerald R. Brookman SUB3ECT: Proposed resolution supporting establishment of a commercial hog farming operation I have a previous committment (Pickle Hill Public Radio Community Advisory Board) and will he unable to at~end tonight's Kenai City Council meeting. I wish to submit ~the following communication, c6ncerning the resolution to which I ~efer, above, in lieu of oral testimony at the public hearing on this subject. While I realize ~hat the proposed opera~ion would not be located within the City of Kenai, and that local zoning regulations protect me, amd others who are fortunate enough to reside in areas where such regulations are in effect, I believe that other facts .must be,given ful't consideration before any such operation is givem the City's endorsement. As we are, or at leas~ should be, fully aware, Alaskans generally, and those on the Kenai Peninsula in particular, are hostile to environmental laws and regulations. The rural resident who~ finds himself living next to a large scale hog farming operation may have second thoughts about this, but when that happens, it will probably be too late. I am more concerned about the problems of air and water pollution which may be caused by such an operation than I am the inconvenience of a few individuals whose residential values, and aesthetic pleasures may suffer. When North Carolina experienced severe flooding, no~ so very long ago, fecal wastes from large scale hog farming operations there entered a number of its streams, and caused serious problems both to wildlife and public health. When our local fishing industry, both sport and commercial, depends on ~he purity of the water in our local streams and rivers, does it make any sense at all to take amy kind of a chance, no matter how small, on damaging it? I do not think so, and I hope that you will agree with me, and vote agaimst this resolution. I realize that many Alaskans, including our beloved Mayor, God bless him! pursue economic development that will bring money into our state from outside with the zeal that the knights of the round table in "A Connecticu~ Yankee in King Arthur's Court" pursued the holy grail. W'e need to stop and look at any development with such an obvious potential ~or causing devastating harm to our environment very critically before we run willy-nilly toward endorsing it. Folks, you all have a thinking mechanism, commonly known as a brain. Please use them! Sincerely, ~::1,.,.~ N BINKLEY · $OLI3OTNA, AI, ASKA · 99669.7599 "~ LiU$1NF.. SS (rJl:)7} 262.4441 FAX f907)262-11~92 DALE BAGLEY MAYOR May 16, 2001 City Council, Mayor John Williams City o1' Kenai 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611 Fax: 907-283-3014 Dear Council Members. Mayor Williams; Please include this letter as public comment for tonight's meeting, as ! am unable to attend in person. I am writing in regards to the Resolution No. 2001.33 -- Supporting the Efforts of the Alaska Pork Project, Inc. in Seeking and Acquiring Fund for the Development of a Business Plan. Please do not pass the resolution of support for the Alaska Pork Project, Inc. (APP) on the Kenai Peninsula. The potential ramifications for water quality degradation in the Kenai River Watershed or other Kenai Peninsula Borough watershed areas could be devastating. Wherever the hog farm(s) may be located in the borough could have far reaching effects on surrounding surface water bodies, and groundwater. The potential for waste from hog waste lagoons and sprayfields to nearby streams, as well as leaching to groundwater and estuary areas could be detrimental to human as well as wildlife health. Although there could be potential shod term economic benefits from the APP to community members and APP itself, the long term effects to commercial and sport fishing and all the ramifications of decline in those economic sectors may not be worth the short term benefits. I encourage you to study this issue further and become familiar with issues related to hog farm sites throughout the lower 48. Again, ! urge you not to support Resolution No. 2001-33. Sincerely, Lani Eg~gertsen.Goff, Planner Land Use Planning, Kenai Peninsula Borough KENAI MUNICIPAl AIRPORT May 11, 2001 Patrick Poe Regional Administrator Alaska Region - Federal Aviation Administration 222 W. 7th Avenue, Box 14 Anchorage, AK 99513 Dear Mr. Poe' We write this letter to seek your support in acquiring and installing a radar system in the Kenai Air Traffic Control Tower in the near future. The Kenai Municipal Airport provides aviation services for the entire Kenai Peninsula. Numerous air carrier, air taxi, military, business, and general aviation aircraft operate into and through the Class D airspace on a daily basis. Daily scheduled operations provide passenger and freight traffic to and from Homer and Anchorage on an hourly basis. Air carder, military, and air taxi operators conduct training on instnnnent as well as visual arrival and depamn'e procedures. Locally based helicopter operations provide regular transportation to and from the oil platforms and ships in the Cook Inlet. Flight schools located at Kenai, Homer, Ted Stevens International, Merrill-Field, Birchwood, and Palmer use the Kenai area for training. Air taxi operators provide a multitude of flights from numerous bases in the local area to bcations throughout the Kenai Peninsula, northward to Anchorage, and westward across the Cook Inlet. This mix of aircraft within the local airspace, varying types of operations, intersecting flight routes, and coastal weather patterns can and do create situations resulting in potential conflicts. We strongly believe a radar system will help prevent those conflicts and provide a safer aviation environment. The "Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21 a Century", was signed by Presidem Clinton (Public Law 106-181) on April 5, 2000. Section 756 ofthe Act states: Draft "The Administrator shall develop a national policy and related procedures concerning the Terminal Automated Radar Display and Information System and sequencing for hstml flight role air traffic control towers." More recemly, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued Safety Recommendation A-01-09 stating that the FAA should: "Install terminal radar displays at all towered airports where radar coverage exists at traffic pattern altitude." Our research indicates the FAA Alaska Region has identified the Kenai FCT for installation of a BRITE radar system. The FAA National Headquarters has validated the requirement. However, we understand no ftmding has been identified for this project. We ask your help in generating this fun~g at the earliest possibility. We believe installation of a BRITE radar display in the Kenai FCT would provide a greater "bang for the buck", than most other bcations. This is due to the close bcation of the Anchorage ARTCC radar site, the low cost of providing the radar signal to FCT, and the local Airway Facilities office being located in Kenai. We look forward to your reply and support for this project. Sincerely, KENAI MUNICIPAL AIRPORT DRAFT John J. W'~, Mayor DRAFT Henry Knackstedt, Airport Commission \~~j~shared drive~JVlemos & Letters~etters to FAA~Draft FAA Reg Admin Poe. doc KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING MAY 7, 2001 KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL ITEM 2: ITEM 3: AGENDA APPROVAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- April 9, 2001 . ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEA_~ ITEM $: OLD BUSINESS ao Discussion -- Kenai River Bridge Access Road Pathway Update ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS ao Discussion -- Dock Rate Schedule, May 1,2001 ITEM 7: a. REPORTS Director Dock Foreman City Council Liaison Scrapbook Information ITEM 8: COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QURSTIONS ITEM 9: INFORMATION ae Kenai City Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18, 2000. ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING MAY 7, 2001 KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN TOM THOMPSON, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER &, ROLL CALL Chairman Tom Thompson called the meeting to order at 7'00 p.m. Members Present: Members Absent: Others Present: Peters, Thompson Eldridge, Spracher, Price, Rogers Councilman Bookey, Manager Komelis, Contract Secretary Roper Chairman Thompson cancelled the meeting due to lack of quorum. ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTF~- April 9,2001 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS a. Discussion- Kenai River Bridge Access Road Pathway Update ITEM 6' NEW BUSINESS a, Discussion - Dock Rate Schedule, May 1,2001 ITEM 7: REPORTS a. Director b. Dock Foreman c. City Council Liaison d. Scrapbook Information ITEM 8: COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ITEM 9: INFORMATION a, Kenai City Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18 2001. ITEM 10' ADJOURNMENT Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTMTY ROOM MAY 1, 2001 7:30 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1: ITEM 2: ITEM 3: ITEM 4: ITEM 5: a~ ITEM 6: ITEM 7: ITEM 8: ITEM 9: ITEM 10: CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL AGERDA APPROVAL APPROVAL OF MINUTF~ -- April 3,2001 PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD REPORTS Director Friends of the Library City Council Liaison OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Library Expansion/Public Works Manager La Shot NEW BUSINESS COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/OUF~TIONS~ INFORMATION Kenai City Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18,2001. ADJOURNMENT KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM MAY 1, 2001 7:30 P.M. MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL Chairman Peters called the meeting to order at 7'30 p.m. and the roll was confirmed as follows: Present: Absent: Others Present: Public' Peters, Amen, Brenckle (arrived at 7:32), Heus, Brown, DeForest Rodes Councilman Moore (arrived at 7'35), Director Jankowska, Public Works Manager La Shot, Contract Secretary Shalev Ethel Clausen ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAL Chairman Peters suggested hearing Item 6 prior to Item 4. MOTION: Commissioner Brown MOVED to approve the agenda as modified and Commissioner Amen SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3' APPROVAL OF MINUT~ -- April 3,2001 MOTION: Commissioner Brown MOVED to approve the minutes of April 3,2001 as presented. Commissioner Amen SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 6- OLD BUSINESS Discussion- - Library Expansion/Public Works Manager La Shot Public Works Manager La Shot was invited to speak to the Commission regarding the Library expansion. La Shot provided the Commission with a schematic plan from several years ago to use for reference purposes and answered questions the Commission had on the areas the renovation/expansion could occur. La Shot pointed out several important factors to be considered in planning for an expansion: · Current new building costs are in the $200.00 per square foot range. This general estimate was based on a $1 million figure. · Reminded the Commission of additional costs that should be subtracted from this figure to give a more accurate amount. After subtracting furnishing and architect/design fees, the amount available was reduced to an estimated $750,000 and an estimated 3,600 square feet for new building expansion. · Pointed out other additional costs to be considered; ADA compliance requirements, parking requirements, electrical codes, heating system changes and boiler/mechanical room work load. The Commission then discussed possible parking expansion options 'including expanding toward the Fire Station and "connecting" the City Hall parking lot with the Library lot. Commissioner Heus inquired about the general costs, advantages, disadvantages, and practicality of a daylight basement, full basement, or an unfinished basement to be used for storage. A discussion regarding the pros and cons of building a basement took. place. La Shot informed the Commission basements, are not typically money- saving options for a small area. In addition, the location of the water table could prove to be problematic. La Shot encouraged the Commission to focus on a main goal and determine whether it would be most beneficial and cost effective to build a 3,600 s.f. new addition or to make improvements in the form of remodeling. La Shot also encouraged the Commission to seek the advice of an architect once these goals have been determined. The Commission spoke at length about what the expansion/remodeling should encompass. Director Jankowska stated, in her opinion, the most pressing issue would be to remodel the existing library by providing more workspace for staff. Jankowska stated that while providing a larger patron areais important, the current cramped workspace should be the first improvement made and OSHA workspace requirements could possibly be a concern in the future. Jankowska also expressed her desire to see the children's area expanded and a larger storage area provided. Jankowska stated she felt an estimated $1 million can provide many improvements to the existing area. Heus reminded the Commission about a previous meeting in which ideas about storing any possible funding in the Capital Improvement Fund was discussed. Heus asked Moore if this was still a possibility and if the funds would be subjected to a 'sunset' clause. Moore was uncertain, but stated setting the money aside in the Capital Improvement Fund could be done only when a plan is established. Moore encouraged the Commission to solidify a plan that all agree would be the best use of any provided funding. The Commission spoke at length regarding the idea of moving the front desk forward to provide more staff space, moving the entrance toward the right of its current location (thus changing the children's area), and providing new ADA bathrooms and doors. Peters asked the Commission if everyone was more or less in agreement with these elements being the focus of the expansion. Heus stated she felt the focus should be on new building expansion as a "Phase I." The Commission discussed the idea of having a special meeting to further discuss these issues. LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MAY 1, 2001 PAGE 2 MOTION: ! ,, Commissioner Heus MOVED to continue to explore the library expansion options prior to meeting with an architect/designer. Commissioner Brenckle SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 5: REPORTS 5-a. Director- - Director dankowska reported on the following: · The book circulation and number of library patrons is growing. · A new pricing schedule for new book purchases arrived. The new prices are significantly higher than last year and higher than what was budgeted. Jankowska expressed her concern over the new prices and spoke briefly regarding the current costs of various books and that this higher than anticipated cost might result in fewer books being purchased to enlarge the collection. · Gave an update on the new server/fire wall status. Last week a problem involving the power supply occurred. She is closely monitoring this situation and will look into this if it occurs again. Additionally, the IBM computer shut down unexpectantly last week. Jankowska explained that because there is no longer an IBM computer technician available locally, she had to call the office in Anchorage to obtain advice. She will re-test the system on Monday. Jankowska will keep the Commission informed if there are more problems. 5-b. Friends of the Library- - Commissioner Heus reported on the following: · The Friends of the Library Book Sale will take place June 1 ~t from 9am- Spin and on June 2~ from 9am-2pm. A Friends member Pre-Book Sale will take place May 31. A tent is being reserved and the exact location will be announced when known. · The building fund is now at approximately $70,000. · Fund raising for a new microfi!__m reader/printer is still taking place. Currently, nearly $450 was donated. The total cost of the printer/reader is between $4;000-$5,000. · Friends of the Library are still looking into corporate sponsorship. 5-c. City Council Liaison - - Councilman Moore provided the Commission with information regarding the last city council meeting and the status of the City Manager applicants. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS -- None ITEM 8- COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/OUESTIONS LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MAY 1, 2001 PAGE 3 Commissioner Amen' Amen noticed that nothing specific was noted in the last City Council Minutes regarding the Library and its quest for expansion. Commissioner Heus' Heus expressed her appreciation on Public Works Manager La Shot's input and insight. Commissioner Brown: Brown noted she feels the discussions regarding the library expansion provided clarification and a good start. Commissioner De Forest: De Forest commented on the lack of Library information in the most recent City of Kenai newsletter. Commissioner Brenckle' Brenckle suggested the Commission set a date/time for the earlier suggested special meeting and May 10, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. was tentatively set, pending the approval of the. City Clerk. ITEM 9: INFORMATION , , , Kenai City Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18,2001. ITEM 10' ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Amen MOVED to adjourn and Commissioner Heus SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at 9'25 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MAY 1, 2001 PAGE 4 REPORT FOR APRIL, 2001 CIRCULATION Adult Juvenile Fiction 2135 Non-Fiction 1870 Periodicals 70 Cassettes Intemet Access CDs Kits 188 634 -- 4 Total Printed Materials .............6361 Total Circulation .................... 8324 404 280 Misc. 49 Easy Books 1292 310 Puzzles 1 Videos 1087 ADDITIONS Docs Adult Juvenile Easy Books AV Gifts 22 10 7 22 Purchases 57 19 15 4 Total Additions .......................... 156 INTERLIBRARY LOANS Ordered Received Retumed Books 18 11 16 INTERLIBRARY LOANS BY OUR LIBRARY ............ 75 INTERNET ............................. 634 VOLUNTEERS Number .....14 Total Hours ..... 149 INCOME Fines and Rental Books Xerox Lost or Damaged Books $1,231.67 255.00 165.20 Total Income for March, 2001 ............ $1,651.87 Library Cards Issued April, 2001 Kenai 45 Clam Gulch Kasilof Nikiski Ninilchik Soldotna 25 Sterling Other 10 Total 93 Library Patronage .... 7190 Persons Adult Programs ........48 Persons Childrens' Programs... 91 Persons KENAI PARKS/k RECREATION COMMISSION MAY 3, 2001 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. ITEM 1' ITEM 2: ITEM 3: ITEM 4: ITEM 5' ITEM 6' ITEM 7: ITEM 8' ITEM ITEM 10: ,, ITEM 11: AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL ,, APPROVAL OF MINUTES - March 1,2001, April 5, 2001 PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Goals & Objectives Draft List REPORTS Commission Chair Director City Council Liaison COMMISSION (~UESTIONS/is COMMENTS P..ERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHED~ED TO BE HEARD INFORMATION Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18, 2001. Beautification Committee Minutes of March 13,2001. ADJOURNMENT KENAI PARKS ~ RECREATION COMMISSION MAY 3, :2001 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. CHAIR TIM WISNIEWSKI, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/~ ROLL CALL Chairman Tim Wisniewski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Baxter, Wisniewski, Gifford, Sandahl, Hultberg, Cast/more (arrived at 7:04), Steiner (arrived at 7:13) Others Present: Roper Councilman Frazer, Parks Director Frates, Contract Secretary ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL Commissioner Gifford requested the Skateboard Park be added under Old Business. MOTION: Commissioner Gilford MOVED to approve the agenda as amended. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES - March 1,2001 and April 5, 2001 There were no additions and/or corrections noted for the minutes of March 1 and April 5, 2001. The minutes were approved as written. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS Discussion- Skateboard Park Gifford requested an update on the status of the skateboard park. Frates reported the issue is with City Council for review and approval and added, money for the park may be able to come from the funds appropriated for the refrigeration system for the multi- purpose facility. A lengthy discussion ensued which covered the various options for the park to include location, type of material to be used, cost, etc. It was noted the cost of the skateboard park will be approximately $32,000 for an estimated nine ramps. More ramps could be added later. Commissioner Castimore stated many parents expressed anger over the slow process of getting this park constructed. It was noted complaints have been received from some local businesses with regard to kids using their parking lots as a skateboard park. MOTION: Commissioner Gifford MOVED to recommend that City CoUncil appropriate $32,000 for the cost of a skateboard park to be completed in the summer of 2001. Commissioner Castirnore 8~ONDED the motion. VOTE: t:laxter Yes Gifford Yes Sandahl Castimore Yes . Steiner Yes Hultber§ Wisniewski Yes Yes Yes MOTION PA~SED UNANIMOUSLY. Frates reported the method of operation was being discussed and it is possible users of the park would be required to complete safety training, have a parent or guardian sign a waiver, and pay a fee. During discussion it was noted that charging a fee probably would not eliminate the problem local businesses experience as most of the kids can't afford the expensive sports. Discussion followed regarding training and it was suggested by Sandahl that perhaps students and/or users of the park could develop a safety training video. Frates stated the issue would be the on May 16th city council agenda and after that a meeting could be set up with parents and kids. The safety training video could be discussed at that time. Steiner will notify the students. ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Goals & Objectives Draft List Sandhal complimented Frates on the excellent job he did in developing the five-year plan that was included in the meeting packet. Sandahl suggested the "no overnight campinff' rule be added to each section. A general discussion followed regarding the goals and objectives. MOTION: Commissioner Sandahl MOVED to accept the Director's five-year plan and. recommended its implementation. CommisSioner Castimore S~ONDED the motion. Gifibrd lYes Sandahl lYes Steiner Yes Hultber§ Yes Wisniewski Yes Castimore Yes Baxter Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MAY 3,2001 PAGE 2 ITEM 7: REPORTS 7-a. Commission Chair-- Wisniewski asked about the status of the Unity Trail and Frates reported there was a hah§ up with the Beaver Creek section and recommended that Public Works Mana§er Komelis be contacted for more information. Wisniewski asked the status of the Adopt-A-Park program and Frates provided a leaflet that was sent out. Frates reported three or four parks have been adopted so far and it looked like this program would be a good one. 7-b. Director -- Frates reported the following: · Four summer hires were on board and were beginning to aerate, lime, fertilize and water some downtown areas. · Little League is scheduled to begin on May 14th and adult softball the week of May 21st. A tournament is scheduled for May 26 and 27th. · Park reservations are up and it appears it will be a busy summer. 7-c. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Frazer noted the following items: · Council is down to two candidates for the City Manager's position and public interviews will take place and a final decision made very soon. · Gave a report on the lots for sale within the City. · The LLC will be bought out and those funds may also come from the money appropriated for the refrigeration system. Commissioner Castimore stated he was impressed with the positive attitude during the budget hearings. ITEM 8: COMMISSION (~~TIONS ~ COMMENTS Commissioner Sandhal recommended when it is apparent there will be no quorum at a meeting, then permission to cancel the meeting should be requested from council. It was noted it is rare when Parks doesn't have a quorum. Commissioner Steiner announced he would not be at the next meeting as he will be out of town until June 10th. Commissioner Gifford asked if there would be a sign for the ice rink. Frates stated he thought the funds would come out of the refrigeration money. Sandahl suggested a blue state sign be requested for both directions. Gifford suggested that the trashcans around town be replaced and she provided a catalog with some different types. Frates stated the receptacles the trash cans go in would be replaced. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MAY 3,2001 PAGE 3 ITEM 9' PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None ITEM 10: INFORMATION 10-a. 10-b. Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18, 2001. Beautification Committee Minutes of March 13,2001 ITEM 11' ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Sandahl MOVED for adjournment. There were no objections. ORDERED. SO The meeting adjourned at 8'20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary PARKS & REC~ATION COMMISSION MEETING MAY 3,2001 PAGE 4 CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS May 9, 2001 - 7:00 p.m. http :// ww.ci.kenai.ak.us le CALL TO ORDER: a. Roll Call b. Agenda Approval c. 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. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES' APRIL 25, 2001 3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT: 4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 6. OLD BUSINESS: 7. NEW BUSINESS: a. City Clerk Memo May 3, 2001, Kc: Change to Planning and Zoning Meeting of May 23, 2001. b. Discussion---Ordinance amending KMC 14.20.321 to provide: 1) That applicants must provide evidence of being current on all city obligations prior to issuance of a permit; 2) To provide for an annual report summarizing on-site activity for the year; 3) Setting forth standards for revocation of condition use permits for non-compliance with the terms of the permit, violations ~of the Kenai Zoning Code, or delinquency in city obligations. c. Discussion~rdinance amending KMC 14.20.150 to provide' 1) That applicants must provide evidence of being current on all city obligations prior to issuance of a permit; 2) To provide for an annual report summarizing on-site activity for the year; 3) Setting forth standards for revocation of condition use permits for non-compliance with the terms of the permit, violations of the Kenai Zoning Code, or delinquency in city obligations. d. PZ01-19 - A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission recommending to the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, that the contract for planning services - City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan be awarded to Kevin Waring Associates for the total not-to- exceed amount of $79,748. 8. PENDING ITEMS: 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT: 10. REPORTS' a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS' a. KPB Habitat Permit (KRC#3557)--Tract 3, Anglers Acres Subdivision, Lowe Addition (Kent) 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 14. ADJOURNMENT' CITY OF KENAI PLANNING/k ZONING COMMISSION KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 9,2001 - 7:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN RON GOECKE, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER , , Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at approximately 7: p.m. 1-a. Roll Call Members Present: Bryson, Nord, El-win, Morse, Jackman, Goecke Members Absent: Glick Others Present: Councilman Bannock, Public Works Manager La Shot, Contract Secretary Roper 1 -b. A~enda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Morse SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTF~ -- April 25, 2001 Minutes were approved by consent agenda. ITEM 3: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT-- None ITEM 4: CONSIDERATION OF PLATS -- None ITEM 5: PUBLIC HEARINGS -- None ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS -- None ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS City Clerk Memo May 3, 2001, Re: Change to Planning and Zoning Meeting of May 23, 2001. The memo from Clerk Freas provided some options regarding a date and/or location change for the May 23,2001 Planning and Zoning meeting. The change is necessary in order to accommodate the public interviews of the City Manager candidates. After a brief discussion, the Commission decided to hold the meeting on May 23,2001 at the Kenai Senior Center. Discussion - Ordinance amending KMC 14.20.321 to provide- 1} That applicants must provide evidence of bein~ current on all city obligations prior to issuance of a permit; 2} To provide an annual report summarizing on-site activity for the year; 3] Settin~ forth standards for revocation of conditional use permits for non- compliance with the terms of the permit, violations of the Kenai Zonin~ Code, or delinquency of city obligations. Councilwoman Porter explained the proposed ordinance change had been recommended as there was currently no mechanism for policing conditional use i~ermits to assure the business is still in operation or that terms of the permit are being met. Porter continued, Administration prepared correspondence to current listed permit holders only to find that many of them were no longer in operation. The proposed change would require a permit holder to annually submit a one-page report verifying their mode of operation, that they are current on city obligations (sales tax, Borough taxes, etc.), and whether or not they are still in business. The procedure would also prompt permit holders to request any changes to their mode of operation. After a brief discussion, the Commission agreed this was a good idea and La Shot indicated it would be on the next meeting agenda in the form of a resolution. Discussion- Ordinance amending KMC 14.20.150 to provide: 1] That applicants must provide evidence of being current on all city obligations prior to issuance of a permit; 2~ To provide an annual report summarizing on-site activity for the year; 3} Setting forth standards for revocation of conditional use permits for non- compliance with the terms of the permit, violations of the Kenai Zoning Code, or delinquency of city obligations. It was noted this change was exactly the same as Item 7-b but it addressed bed and breakfast operations. The Commission felt the same about this change and it will appear on the next meeting agenda. PZ01-19 - A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission recommending to the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, that the contract for planning services - City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan be awarded to Kevin Waxing Associates for the total not-to-exceed amount of $79,748. MOTION: Commissioner Nord MOVED to approve PZ01-19 and Commissioner Morse SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. the noise overlay at the airport. Commissioner Nord asked if the amount included La Shot replied that it did, but if there would be more PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MAY 9,2001 PAGE 2 than incorporating the Master Plan noise contours as an overlay, there may be additional cost involved. Commissioner Bryson asked who was involved in the final review of the proposal. La Shot answered, Marilyn Kebschull, Carl Glick, Barb Nord, Airport 'Manager Cronkhite and himself. VOTE: [ Bryson Yes Nord Yes Goecke Yes Erwin Yes Morse Yes Glick Absent Jackman Yes MOTION PASSED UI~ANIMOUSLY. ITEM 8: PENDING ITEMS-- None ITEM 9' CODE ENFORCEMENT -- None Chairman Goecke requested Item 11, Persons Present Not Scheduled be heard before Item 10, Reports. ITEM 11- PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED Councilwoman Porter stated she was absent when the new sign code was voted on and her concern with the sandwich signs was not voiced. Porter requested the Commission give consideration to revisiting this portion of the sign code and perhaps include that sandwich signs be given a time limit as to hoTM long they are displayed or that the owners be required to take the signs down during non-business hours. Porter brought in a sandwich sign that only contained hours of operation and nothing more. She indicated the sign was placed in the State fight-of-way in front of the business for at least two years. ITEM 10- REPORTS 10-a. City Council -- Councilman Bannock reported on actions taken at the May 2,2001 City Council meeting, referring to the meeting action agenda which was included in. the packet. lO-b. Borough Planning-- Commissioner Bryson stated the Planning Commission did not meet prior to this meeting. 10-c. Administration -- No report. ITEM 12' PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None ITEM 13- IKFO~TION ITEMS PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MAY 9,2001 PAGE 3 13-a. KPB Habitat Permit (KRC#3557) - Tract 3, Anglers Acres Subdivision, Lowe Addition (Kent) ITEM 14:' COMMISSION COMMENTS ~ (~UESTIONS Commissioner Nord announced that she would not be present at the next meeting. Commissioner Bryson stated there would be a public hearing on the bike/pedestrian path at Bridge Access on Tuesday, May 15t~ in the City of Kenai Council Chambers. Bryson encouraged everyone to attend to voice their concern or offer their support of the project. ITEM 15: ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Morse MOVED to adjourn. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Respect~lly submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MAY 9, 2001 PAGE 4 KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTL- ~, MAY 8, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS ITEM 1' ***AGENDA*** CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3' APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- March 13,2001 and April 10, 2001 ITEM 4: ITEM 5: ITEM 6- ae ITEM 7: ae ITEM 8: ITEM 9: a. ITEM 10: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE H~I~D OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Volunteer Shirts NEW BUSINESS ,, Discussion -- Flower Box Plant Selection REPORTS Committee Chair Parks & Recreation Director Kcnai City Council Liaison OUESTIONS AND COMMRNT.~ INFO~TION Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of March 1,2001. City Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18,2001. ADJOURNMENT KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MAY 8, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS CHAIR MARILYN DIMMICK, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL Chair Dimmick called the meeting to order at 7' 15 p.m. The roll was taken and confirmed as follows: Members Present: Members Absent: Non-Voting Members Present: Others Present: Brown, Dimmick, Rogers, Hett, Nelson Buffmgton Overturf Parks and Recreation Director Frates, Councilwoman Swarner, Contract Secretary Shalev ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL The agenda was approved as presented. ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUT~ -- March 13,2001 and April 10, 2001 Chair Dimmick noted the absence of Member Hett's name from the meeting minutes of March 13,2001. Hett was to be listed under Member's Absent. The correction was noted and the agenda was approved as presented. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- -None ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Volunteer Shirts Member Rogers presented the Committee with Volunteer/Member sweatshirts. ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS 6 Discussion -- Flower Box Plant Selection The Cornmittee spoke at length regarding the types of plants that could be used in flower boxes. To date, Kenai has a total of 36 flower boxes. Parks and Recreation Director Frates stated he would try to get his crew to finish planting by June 12. In addition, the Committee spoke briefly regarding water retaining elements that could be used in drier than average areas. Director Frates updated the Committee on the Spur Highway Project and noted, ten more circle planters will be added in various locations from Main Street Loop to South Forest Drive. He added, he was not certain the project would be completed in time to provide time to plant flowers in the new planters this year. Ten new planters will have a large effect on the budget and this will need to be considered next year. ITEM 7: REPORTS 7-a. Committee Chair -- Chair Dimmick reported more volunteers would be needed during July/August to help with weeding. She spoke briefly regarding an idea for a 'garden party' as a means to recruit volunteers. 7-b. Parks/l~ Recreation Director -- Parks and Recreation Director Frates reported several volunteer groups signed up for the Adopt-a-Park program to care for the following areas: Cunningham Park, Leif Hansen Memorial Park, Forest Street Park, Beaver Creek Park, and the Erik Hansen Scout Park. He stated he felt that would be a very good start. 7-c. Kenai City C'ouncil Liaison -- Councilwoman Swamer provided the Committee with an outline of informational items from the previous Cit~v Council Meeting. Additionally, she spoke briefly regarding the City Manager position status and interview dates. ITEM 8: OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS- - None ITEM 9: INFORMATION Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of March 1,2001. City Council Action Agendas of April 4 and 18, 2001. ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:25 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING MAY 8,2001 PAGE 2 TO:KENA[ ALA::;K,A MUNI LI:::A(~UI::: NO, 2~9 ~, FROM: AK MUNICIPAL LEAGUE 217 Second Street, Suite 200 · Juneau, Alaska 99801 · Tel (907)$86-q325, Fax (907)-463-5480 FAX ALERT To: Mayor and Council/Assembly Manager or Administrator, Clerk, Finance Officer Board and Legislative Committee From: Kevin Ritchie, Executive Director Date: May 9, 2001 Re: Legislature Adjourns- Update on Budget Information This has been a year with positive impacts on municip~tics that will help with budgets. We think the hard work done on the tax cap initiative win and thc residual impact of all of your discussions with your legislators and the Governor helped greatly. State Legislative Action- 1. Safe Communities revenue sharing increase (first increase in 17 years) of $1,137,300. Call Bill Rolfzcn or Michael Cushing at 465-4750 for numbers. 2. $70 per student ~- adjustments increase for schools. 3. School Learning Opportunity Grant increases- approximately double last y~ar's. 4. Municipalities with school districts and with increased asse~ values compared to 1999 will pay only haft of the increased v~lu¢ of 4 mills as mandatory local contribution. This should result in considerable local savings. 5. E-911 surcharge of $.50 to $.75 on telephones has been extended to cellular phones. 6. ' Village Public Safety Officer program has been improved with higher pay and some new positions, 7, Power Cost Equalization was fully funded. 8. Municipal Capital Matching Grants were fully funded at $15 million. Federal: 1. Expected increase in federal Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILT). 2. Denali Commission~SDA/Statc "Code Blue" funding to replace outdated EMS equipment. 3. Denali Commission Communities Priorities Program funded at $4.5 million for community infrastructure grants, and $500,000 for thc Mini-grant Assistance Program for up to $30,000 grants for project planning, engineering, or seed money (administcr~ by thc Department of Community and Economic Development). Watch for the AML Legislative Bulletin for full details on municipal legislation. Call Kevin or Julie for more information at 1-$77-636-1325. Member of the National League of Cities and the National Association of Counties AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING MAY 2, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS htt~://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 m/nutes) Dick Metteer -- Alaska Pork Project, Inc. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS . Ordinance No. 1907-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $16,000 in the Senior Citizens Tire III Grant Fund for Operating Supplies. 2~ Resolution No. 2001-28 -- Supporting the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's Plan for Assistance to the Cook Inlet Fishing Community Through Fisheries Enhancement and Rehabilitation. . , Resolution No. 2001-29 -- Awarding the Bid to Hanson's Roofing for Kenai City Hall Roof Repairs -- 2001 for the Total Amount of $13,620. Resolution No. 2001'30 -- Transferring $7,500 in the Shop Department to Purchase Broom Cores. ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS 2. 3. 4. 5. Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission -1- , ITEM E: , 2. 3. 4. ITEM F: ITEM G: . , ITEM H: , , , , , , . ITEM I: , Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report MII~JT~ *Budget Work Session of April 10, 2001. *Work Session of April 11,2001. *Budget Work Session of April 17, 2001. *Regular Meeting of April 18, 2001. CORRESPONDENCE OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Appraisal of Five Iron Heights Subdivision, Block 3. Discussion -- Inlet Woods Subdivision Lot Sale -- 53 Undeveloped Lots. NEW BUSINESS Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 *Ordinance No. 1908-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $302,000 for Wastewater Planning and Design Including Plant Expansion. *Ordinance No. 1909-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $50,000 in the Water and Sewer Fund and the Gill Street Crossing Capital Project Fund for a New Water Main. *Ordinance No. 1910-2001 -- Amending the Defmition of Hotel and Adding Definitions for "Lodge" and "Guide Service" in the Kenai Zoning Code (14.20.320). *Ordinance No. 1911-2001 -- Amending the Land Use Table to Add "Lodge" and "Guide Service" to the Listed Uses. *Ordinance No. 1912-2001 -- Amending KMC 23.50.010 Employee Classifications to Include New Position Titles. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS Mayor -2- 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 - To discuss personal characteristics of city manager candidates. ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT -3- KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING MAY 2, 2001 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http,://www, ci.kenai.ak.us MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building. A-1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. A-2. ROLL CALL Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Frazer, Williams, and Bookey. Present were' Swarner, Moore, Porter, Bannock, A-3. AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda: ADD TO: Item G-2 -- Inlet Woods Subdivision Lot Sale -- Letter from Tim Iverson expressing views on Inlet Woods lots sale. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the agenda as amended and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. A-4. CONSENT AGENDA There were no changes to the consent agenda. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the consent agenda as presented and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS B-X. Dick Metteer -- Alaska Pork Project, Inc. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 2 Metteer explained the Alaska Pork Project, Inc. was seeking support to acquire funding to perform a feasibility study/business plan to build a pig meat industry in Alaska. Refemng to the information included in the packet, Metteer explained the Pork Project would include reproduction, fattening, breeding, feeding, slaughtering, and preparing for export, approximately 660,000 swine a year. It is felt Alaska has strong opportunities for supplying pork products and it is estimated the project would create 460 new industry jobs, increase Alaska's agricultural production, will increase a more diversified industrial structure. Metteer reported he was working with local Native groups and the borough to identify acreage for farming and has been making contacts in other parts of Alaska to identify interest. If the project would come to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, grain could be imported to Seward, the packing processing facility could be in Kenai, and after processing, the meat would be shipped to ,Japan through Seward. Metteer noted funding sources were Netherlands banking institutions, AIDA, and Alaska Housing. He requested a council resolution in support of the project which Metteer will include in his presentations requesting funding for the feasibility study. Metteer was requested to forward other letters of support to adm_inistration for review. Council directed City Manager Ross to review the information more closely and if appropriate, prepare a resolution in support for inclusion on the May 16 council meeting agenda. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS C-1. Ordinance No. 1907-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $16,000 in the Senior Citizens Title III Grant Fund for Operating Supplies. MOTION: Councilwoman Porter MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1907-2001 and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: Swarner: Yes ! Bannock: Yes Bookey: Yes Moore: Frazer: Yes Porter: Yes Williams: Yes Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2, 2001 PAGE 3 Resolution No. 2001-28 -- Supporting the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's Plan for Assistance to the Cook Inlet Fishing Community Through Fisheries Enhancement and Rehabilitation. MOTION: Councilwoman Swamer MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-28 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Moore SF~ONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-3o Resolution No. 2001-29 -- Awarding the Bid to Hanson's Roofing for Kenai City Hall Roof Repairs -- 2001 for the Total Amount of $13,620. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-29 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. When asked, Public Works Manager La Shot explained several companies reviewed the work requirements, but only one bid was received. He also noted, the roof repair was a budgeted item and would be a maintenance top coat. At this time, they were not aware of any problems with the roof. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-4o Resolution No. 2001-30 -- Transferring $7,500 in the Shop Department to Purchase Broom Cores. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2001-30 and requested U~ANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2, 2001 PAGE 4 VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS D-lo Council on AKlng -- No report. D-2. Airport Commission -- Swarner noted the minutes of the April 12 meeting were included in the packet and new carpet was being laid, as well as some of the walk-off flooring. Referring to the minutes of the April 12 meeting, Williams noted comments from Larry Porter regarding the float plane basin. Airport Director Cronkhite explained, any expansion of the basin would not be for approximately five years, which was in accordance with the Airport Master Plan and FAA. D-3. Harbor Commission -- Councilman Bookey noted the next meeting was scheduled for May 7, 2001. D-4. Library Commission -- Councilman Moore reported a meeting was held on May 1 during which it was reported circulation had increased and costs for circulars and subscriptions were increasing. He also noted Public Works Manager La Shot attended the meeting and discussed the proposed expansion and what could be done with $1 milhon. Since the Commission did not come to an agreement on their priorities for the use of the funds, they requested a special meeting be held on May 10 at 7'30 p.m. at the Library. Council had no objections to scheduling the special meeting. D-5. Parks/h Recreation Commission -- Counc' .llman Frazer reported the next meeting was scheduled for Thursday, May 3, 2001. D-6. Planning/h Zoning Commission -- Councilman Bannock reported the minutes of the April 11 and 25, 2001 meetings were included in the packet. He reviewed actions taken at the April 25 meeting which included passing a resolution to recommend proposed zoning code changes to include def'mitions of "lodge," "guide service," and "hotel" and amendments to the Land Use Table to reflect the changes. D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees D-7a. Beautification Committee -- Swarner reported the next meeting would be held on Tuesday, May 8,2001. Kenai Convention/k Visitors Bureau Board-- No report. KEN~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 5 D-7c. Alaska Municipal League Report -- Williams reported he would not be attendin§ the closin§ of the Legislature this year. He su§§ested the Clerk set up an ems_il address database for the legislators for sendin§ messa§es for the next session. ITEM E: MINUTES ,, E-1. E-2. E-3. E-4. Budget Work Session of April 10, 2001 -- Approved by consent agenda. Work Session of April 11,2001 -- Approved by consent agenda. Budget Work Session of April 17, 2001-- Approved by consent agenda. Regular Meeting of April 18, 2001 -- Approved by consent agenda. ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE-- None. ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Appraisal of Five Iron Heights Subdivision, Block 3. Ross explained that because of the requirement on the successful bidder to install a 12" water main line extension in the area, bring the road up to standards, pave it and extend all utilities, the appraisal came in very low on the minimum cash bid basis. In addition to the minimum cash bid of approximately $23,500, there would be approximately $400,000 in costs for developing the parcel. He continued, the city attorney, through his investigation and research, was proposing, as a means of insuring development, tying a bonding requirement to an installation agreement, i.e. the successful bidder will have to post a bond with the installation agreement, which would guarantee the installation of all the infrastructure within two years or the bond would be pursued to do it. Sean Anderson -- Williams asked Anderson if he had comments to give in regard to the summary appraisal or the bonding proposals made. Anderson stated, he realized the bond is the best alternative method to protect the city, but his concern was the $500,000 bond as it would take a substantial sum of his profits after the development of the property. He suggested a $300,000 bond as the appraisal suggested the total cost for construction costs would be in that area. Frazer stated he believed the bond requirement as being 1¼ times the cost of the improvements and thought it would be more in the area of $320,000, based on the appraisal. Ross noted, the $500,000 was a very high estimate and the actual numbers would be based on the approved engineered plans for the property development and if those numbers would come in at $400,000, it would be 125% of that number. Frazer stated he investigated the idea of the bond requirement and found it to be fairly standard in most larger communities in the state of Alaska as well as in California, KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2, 2001 PAGE 6 however the cost of the bond is about two to three percent. He noted, the cost of the bond is a one-time cost. Bannock referred to Ross' comments that the estimated cost of the development would be $500,000 and asked how the number was generated. Ross explained the number was suggested as the cost if the city would have to do the project at Davis-Bacon wages, etc. and the actual number would be found after the engineering design is brought forward for approval. Attorney Graves added, the main number would be 120% of the fairly firm construction costs, which would be to cover construction and any cost overruns. Bannock stated he saw no downside in doing the bond requirement, however he thought that if it works for development of the Five Iron Heights property, it should be used for any other development of city properties. He suggested an ordinance be prepared so the discussion wouldn't be needed each time the city allows a piece of property to be developed in the city. Ross stated Graves had been researching ordinances in other communities and they had discussed forwarding an ordinance as Bannock suggested. Williams noted, he wanted the developer to understand that part of his overhead would be two percent of the actual costs determined when the engineering is approved. Bannock asked if it was necessarily the city's responsibility to insure the developer bonds for electrical, telephone, nature gas, construction costs, etc. instead of what ..~had been customarily done by the city in the past, i.e. roads and water. He added, he ~..thought the amount on which to base the amount of bonding should reflect only costs for developing water and sewer to the property. Ross explained council wanted the property to be developed with infrastructure, if marketed. Natural gas, electric, etc. are part of the infrastructure and the city installed those in the first portion of the Five Irons properties. Bannock stated he agreed with imposing the standard for the bonding, but the number on which to base the bonding should be for roads, water and sewer. Ross stated if the appraisal is put out at a reduced value because the developer is to install the infrastructure, bonding should be required for the costs involved in developing the infrastructure. Williams suggested that when developing an ordinance, the wording allow latitude on the basis of individual development programs to enable to define what items will require bonding. He noted, in this instance the gain to the city wouldn't be from the sale of the property, but would be from the development. Frazer noted one of the reasons to require bonding is so the bonding companies screen the contractors and felt that any improvements that are not the individual responsibility of the homeowner should be included in the bond. Frazer stated he def'mitely felt the city should have an ordinance to require subdivision bonds of this nature for future developments. Bookey asked, during the sale sequence, when would the bond come into play. Graves explained the bidder puts money in escrow, the city gets the bond and the bidder gets the deed. He added, it would be fairly simultaneous because the city would not want to let go of the property until the performance guarantee is received. KEN~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 7 MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for administration to proceed with 'the sale of the Block 3, Five Irons Heights Subdivision and proceed with the bonding requirements as the city manager outlined. Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. Bannock stated his objections because he didn't want to make someone do something when there had been no requirement history and there was no plan for future requirements. He suggested an ordinance could be fast tracked and put in place prior to the sale. Wi!l/ams noted, in this instance the city wants the developer to do a bond and now council was asking administration to prepare documents to proceed with this sale based on the bond requirement for this sale. This may be something that will be discussed with the development of the Inlet Woods properties as well. Council may want administration to develop an ordinance for future sales but he didn't want to wait for an ordinance to be developed because of the time frame for beginning development work. Bookey stated he had no objection to the development of an ordinance, but because of the sophistication of the ordinance, he was not interested in fast tracking it. Frazer concurred with Bookey and added, he believed an ordinance should be developed, but he didn't want to hold up this sale. Moore noted, the property was not being sold at this meeting and thought it ludicrous that an individual could come to the city manager to offer to buy property council decided to make available for sale and because he initiated the sale, gets a built in profit through the appraisal. Williams disagreed as there were no guarantees the initiator would win the bid, etc. It was noted the bids could be much more than the appraised value. Williams asked Anderson if he was aware of the level of the water table in the Five Iron · Heights area and Anderson answered yes. Moore stated his concerns the code would allow one person to initiate the sale of all the city's saleable property. Wi!l/ams stated the council's policy has been to liquidate the properties, but if council wants to change the policy, it could. Discussion continued and it was noted the city did not have to sell the property and could put the utilities in itself. Bookey stated he was disappointed in the appraisal, but if someone wanted to develop the property, everyone would win. Porter stated there seemed to be some issues about disposition of city property and suggested a work session should be held in the future to that regard and called for the question. VOTE: KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 8 Swamer:' Yes Bannock: No ,, Bookey: Yes Moore: Frazer: Yes I Porter: Yes Williams' Yes Yes MOTION PASSED. Discussion -- Inlet Woods Subdivision Lot Sale -- 53 Undeveloped Lots. Ross explained the issue involved the Inlet Woods lots presently out for sale and based on Attorney Graves' research on the bonding requirement and installation agreement, administration was recommending the sale be delayed seven days in order to include the same bond requirements to extend the electric and telephone into the subdivision on condition of the sale. He added, the delay would be advertised, extending the sale from May 11 to May 18. MOTION: Councilman Frazer MOVED the Inlet Woods Subdivision lots sale of 53 undeveloped lots, be delayed from May 11,2001 to May 18, 2001 to allow the advertisement of the -performance bond requirement relative to the phone and electric utilities. Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion. Bannock asked if the Five Irons Heights parcel was to be referenced, would natural gas, total hard construction costs and construction financing be included in this bond requirement. Graves answered the natural gas, roads and water were already installed. Jim Williamson -- Reported he lives in the Inlet Woods Subdivision. He noted, the assessed value of the lots were now $11,300 and the appraised value is $3,400. Wi!!iamson stated he thought the manner in which the lots were being appraised was wrong. He noted, if the properties were offered as raw land, the appraised value would be higher. Williams noted the lots assessed at $11,300 were different lots than this sale included and had all the utilities. Williamson noted there were three private lots in the section being sold and the Borough appraised them at $11,300. He also disagreed with having the right of first refusal allowed because he believed it could lower the number of bids received because a person would be less likely to put the effort into preparing a bid if the initiator could pay a dollar more and win the bid. It was noted that problem had not arisen often over the year. VOTE: KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 9 Swamer: Yes I Moore: B .annock: Yes Frazer: Bookey: Yes Yes Porter: Yes Yes Williams' Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM H: NEW BUSIES H-lo Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION: Councilwoman Swamer MOVED to pay the bills and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. i-2o Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding $2,500 and Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. i-3. Ordinance No. 1908-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $302,000 for Wastewater Planning and Design Including Plant Expansion. Introduced by consent agenda. Ordinance No. 1909-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $50,000 in the Water and Sewer Fund and the Gill Street Crossing Capital Project Fund for a New Water Main. Introduced by consent agenda. Ordinance No. 1910-2001 -- Amending the Definition of Hotel and Adding Definitions for "Lodge" and "Guide Service" in the Kenai Zoning Code (14.20.320}. Introduced by consent agenda. Ordinance No. 1911-2001 -- Amending the Land Use Table to Add "Lodge" and "Guide Service" to the Listed Uses. Introduced by consent agenda. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEEWING MINUTES MAY 2, 2001 PAGE 10 Ordinance No. 1912-2001 -- Amending KMC 23.50.010 Employee Classifications to Include New Position Titles. Introduced by consent agenda. ITEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS I-1. Mayor Williams requested the council to purchase a plaque and tree at the Leif Hansen Memorial Park in memory of Hugh Malone. Council had no objections. I-2. City Manager -- Ross reported he submitted a FEMA grant for $322,000 which was something usually reviewed by council prior to submission. However, until information was collected and the grant written, there was not enough time to allow bringing it to council. He explained, the grant funds would be used for the purchase of a replacement ambulance, replacement of the 1982 Fire Department Blazer, replacement of OSHA-required self-contained oxygen breathing apparatus and compressor. The city's match to the grant would be $32,000 which be a quarter of the cost of the ambulance alone. Council had no objections to the grant request submittal. I-3. Attorney -- Attorney Graves gave a brief report on Senate Bill 175 which, if passed, would provide municipalities the authority to protest or to recommend conditions on the issuance and renewal of charitable gaming permits and require the Department of Revenue to deny or condition the license or permit based on the protest. He noted, it would be much like liquor license review. I-4. CitY Clerk -- Clerk Freas thanked Council Members Porter and Bannock in planning the volunteer reception. Finance Director-- No report. 1-6. Public Works Managers Komelis: · There will be a public workshop on the improvement project covering the E~ Hansen Scout Park, Cook, Upland Streets on May 8 at 10:00 a.m. · The borough-wide junk vehicle clean-up program begins on May 11-20, 2001. The city will be involved and is helping with the program. Kenai Spur Highway Unity Trail Project is awaiting some approvals from Fish & Game and Corps of Engineers in regard to the environmental permit for the Beaver Creek crossing. KEN~ CITY COUNCIL ME~ING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 11 · A public agency meeting will be held on May 15 at 1:30 p.m. in the council chambers and a public hearing in the evening in regard to the Bridge Access Road pathway. · Kenai Spur Highway 10.6-22 project will begin next week. · Curb and gutter work on the Forest Drive/Redoubt project should begin next week. La Shot: · Advertising for the refrigeration project should begin in about two weeks. If council concurs, an ordinance will be introduced at the June 6 meeting to approve money for the project and the bid award will be June 20. I-7o Airport Manager-- No report. ITEM J' DISCUSSION J-1. Citizens Leo Oberts -- Discussed the Inlet Woods Subdivision and Five Irons Heights property sales and stated concerns in regard to the performance bond requirements. Jim Williamson -- Questioned why several lots were left out of the sale of Inlet Woods Subdivision lots discussed earlier. It was explained there were four different sales for properties in Inlet Woods based on the different ways in which the city acquired the properties. The lots he was questioning were received through foreclosures and needed to be sold separately and had different requirements as to how the sale needed to be handled. Williamson also stated his objection to the code requirements allowing a fight of first refusal. He suggested the sales be by competitive bids and not use an appraiser, which may increase the bid amounts for properties. A brief discussion followed and Williams explained that because of problems in the past with property sales, the code requires third party appraisals to insure fairness in the procedures. J-2. Council Bookey -- · Questioned whether the Parks Department would be able to take care of watering the city grass. Parks & Recreation Director Frates explained he believed the program was in good shape and noted he had already hired four summer workers who would be helping with the fertilizing and liming program and after that is completed, watering would begin. Williams reported he had discussed underground watering systems recently and suggested Frates investigate costs for discussion and consideration at next year's budget process. KEN~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 12 Reminded council and the audience of the opening reception for the "2001' A Fish Odyssey" scheduled for May 4 at the Visitors Center. Swarner-- Noted a motor home had been parked under the "Blockbuster" sign and asked for it to be investigated as it was indicated to her, people were living in it in the parking area. Moore -- No comments. Porter -- · Thanked Freas, Graves, Komelis and Kelso for their help at the volunteer reception. · Asked to have the wood piles behind Oiler Park removed. She added, it was her understanding the wood would be chipped and done during the winter months. Porter suggested a chipper be rented if needed. Fire Chief Walden noted the Division of Forestry did the work in that area. Bannock-- No comments. Frazer-- No comments. Williams -- Reported Emil Dolchok and Frank M cIlhargey passed away during the week. ~CUTIVE SESSION- To discuss personal characteristics of city manager candidates. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to convene in an executive session of the council of the City of Kenai concerning matters that tend to prejudice the reputation and character of another-- discussion of the personal characteristics of city manager applicants. She requested City manager Ross and City ^ttomey Graves attend the work session. Councilman Bookey SECOnDeD the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. EXECUTIVE SESSION: BACK TO ORDER: 9:04 P.M. 10:36 P.M. Swarner reported council discussed the personal characteristics of the two city manager applicants and directed administration to schedule interviews for Linda Snow on May 23, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. in the council chambers and Chris Hladick on May 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the council chambers. Swarner added, council also wanted a special council meeting scheduled for May 30, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. Williams requested food be available for the work sessions on May 23 and 25. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 2,2001 PAGE 13 ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:37 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk 0 z 0 o[ Z uJ F- ILl 0 n~ 0 iii 0 Z n,' I-- Z 0 w z 0 0 iii ILl Z 0 ILl z z c) c) n~ 0 0 Z 0 n,' Z 0 Z 't.I J o o 0 I- IJJ uJ o o U Z 0 n~ Z 0 I-- (~) Z 0 0 Z uJ 0 Suggested by: Administratiuu CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1913-2001 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1,2001 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2002. WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the Code of the City of Kenai, Alaska, that the City Council, not later than the tenth day of June, adopt a budget for the following fiscal year and make appropriation of the monies needed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA as follows: Section 1: That certain document entitled "City of Kenai 2001-2002 Annual Budget" which is available for examination by the public in the Office of the City Clerk and is incorporated herein by reference, is hereby adopted as the budget for the City of Kenai for the fiscal year commencing duly 1,2001 and ending dune 30, 2002. Section 2: The following sums of money are hereby appropriated for the operations of the City of Kenai for the fiscal year commencing on the first day of July, 2001, and ending the 30th day of June, 2002, to be expended consistent with and subject to the restrictions, procedures, and purposes set forth in the Code of the City of Kenai and to be expended substantially by line item in the manner shown in the budget adopted by Section 1 hereof: General Fund $8,634,499 Airport Terminal Fund Congregate Housing Water and Sewer Fund Airport Land System Fund Boating Facility Fund Senior Citizen Title III Grant Fund Senior Citizen Title V Grant Fund Senior Citizen COA-Borough Fund 1984/86 / 93 Bond Issue Debt Service Fund General Land Sales Trust Fund Airport Land Sales Trust Fund 469,137 389,087 1,401,170 1,450,895 150,748 204,434 20,994 133,193 193,389 35,000 23,000 Ordinance No. 1914-2001 Page Two PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 6th day of June, 2001. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (04/10/2001) jl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: May 16,2001 June 6,2001 July 1, 2001 FAX 907-283-3737 Memorandum To: Richard A. Ross, City Manager From: Rebecca Cronkhite, Airport Manager Dat~: May 11, 2001 Re: Special Use Permit for Airport A TM- Reean Pitts Reean D. Pitt's Special Use Permit for the ATM machine located in the terminal lobby will expire on June 30, 2001. She would like to renew the permit under the same terms and conditions until dune 30, 2002. Attached is a copy of the proposed permit. The Airport Commission had no objections to the renewal at their May 10 meeting. What is the recommendation of the City Council? Attachment Cc: Reean D. Pitts, Owner Reean Pitts P.O. Box 1916 Soldotna. AK 99669 (907) 262-5919 April 2, 2001 City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo, Suite 200 Kenai. AK 99611 Subject: Special Use Permit for Airport ATM Dear City of Kenai' I am writing to notify the City of Kenai that I wish to renew my Special Use Penait to operate.an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) at the Kenai Municipal Airport for another year. I am agreeable to a longer "Term" of the Special Use Permit if the Ci~ requests. If you have any questions or need additional information please call me at your convenience. Sincerely, Re~~ Pitts J:~Leases-SUP~TM Folder Pitts\O I SUP Pitts ATM.doc DATE: SPECIAL USE PERMIT The CITY OF KENAI (herein sometimes referred to as CITY), for the considerations of and pursuant to the conditions and requirements set forth below, hereby grants to Reean D. Pitts P.O. Box 1916 Soldotna, Alaska 99669 (herein sometimes referred to as PERMITTEE), the right to operate an automated teller machine at the Kenai Municipal Airport building. The Airport Manager shall determine the exact placement after consultation with PERMITI'EE. 1. Term: The term of this Special Use Permit is for one year, commencing on the 1st day of July 2001 and extending through the 30t~ day of June 2002. This permit may be renewed annually on mutually agreed terms. 2.' Rental Payment: The rental specified herein shall be payable as follows: A. Right of entry and occupancy is authorized as the 1st day of July 2001. B. Rental shall be a monthly fee of 15% of transaction surcharge receipts on a monthly basis for the privilege of conducting the business authorized herein, plus any applicable tax. PERMITTEE shall provide monthly revenue reports for audit purposes. (2. All payments shall be made monthly within ten (10) days after the end of each month; and shall be accompanied by a separate certified statement showing gross receipts from each of the businesses herein authorized for the month for which payments are made. If any such certified statements are found to be incorrect statements of gross receipts for the month involved, any additional amount determined to be due the CITY shall be immediately pa_id to the CITY by the PERMITTEE and any amount of overpayment by the PERMITI'EE shall be credited against the next monthly payment due the CITY under this agreement. 5/1/01 Page 1 of 4 J:~Leases-SUP~S~TM Folder Pitts\O I SUP Pitts ATM.doc D. The payment shall be made to the City of Kenai, City Administration Building, Kenai, Alaska, or by mailing to the. following address' City of Kenai, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200, Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794. 3. Use' The use by the PERMI'I~rEE of the premises described above is limited to the purposes specified herein and is not intended to grant any exclusive use to the described premises unless otherwise provided above. This use is also subject to the reasonable administrative actions of the City of Kenai for the protection and maintenance of the premises and of adjacent and contiguous lands or facilities. 4. Regulations: The exercise of the use granted herein is at all times to be subject to the regulations governing the Kenai Municipal Airport titled ~Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations~ issued in 1999, or any amendments thereto. By signing this Permit, PERMITTEE acknowledges that she has received a copy of said regulations and has familiarized himself therewith and will comply with the requirements of said regulations. 5. Solicitation' Solicitation of donations or the promotion or operation of any part or kind of business or commercial enterprise not contemplated by this Special Use Permit upon, in, or above airport lands without the written consent of the CITY, is prohibited. 6. Installation: All costs associated with installation shall be borne by the PERMITI'EE. 7. Removal.. of Property: Any or all personal or real property placed or used upon lands or in facilities in violation of the preceding prohibitions may be removed and/or impounded by the City of Kenai, and when so removed and/or impounded, such property may be redeemed by the owner thereof only upon the payment to the CITY of the costs of removal plus storage charges of $25.00 per day. 8. Reassignment/Relocation: Should it be necessary to reassign PERMI~E to a different area of the airport terminal, the parties agree as follows: Advance notice, costs and site of relocation shall be by mutual agreement. Should reassignment and relocation be necessary, PERMITI'EE shall be provided and afforded equivalent space, in terms of both area and location, as that which it presently occupies, to the extent found feasible by the Airport Manager. 9. Risks' PERMITrEE will provide all proper safeguards and shall assume all risks incurred in performing its services hereunder. 5 / 1 / 01 Page 2 of 4 J:~Leases-SUP~,TM Folder Pitts\Ol SUP Pitts ATM.doc 10. Hold Harmless' PERMITI'EE agrees to save the CITY harmless from all actions, suits, liabilities, or damages resulting from, or arising out of, any acts of commission or omission by the PERMITrEE, his agents, employees, customers, or invitees, or arising from or out of the PERMI~EE's occupation or use of the premises demised or privileges granted, and to pay all costs connected herewith. 11. Forbearance- Failure to insist upon a strict compliance with the terms, conditions, and requirements herein contained, or referred to, shall not constitute or be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of the right to exercise such terms, conditions or requirements. 12. Insurance: ATM, the PERMITrEE shall provide proof of insurance coverage on the Automated Teller Machine. Such insurance coverage shall be in an amount satisfactory to the Airport Manager 13. Unit Maintenance: The PERMITrEE shall be solely responsible for the maintenance and for keeping the unit clean. 14. Disadvantag.e Business Enterprise Participation- PERMITI'EE (CONCESSIONAIRE) is required to take all necessary and reasonable steps to foster Disadvantaged Business Enterprise p~cipation in its airport concession activities. Ae This agreement is subject to the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation 's regulations, 49 CFR Part 23, 8ubpart F. The concessionaire agrees that it will not discriminate against any business owner because of the owner's race, color, national origin, or sex in connection with the award or performance of any concession agreement covered by 49 CFR Part 23, Subpart F. a. The concessionaire agrees to include the above statements in any subsequent concession agreements that it enters and cause those businesses to similarly include the statements in further agreements. 5/1/01 Page 3 of 4 J:~Leases-SUPbS~TM Folder Pitts\O I SUP Pitts ATM.doc CITY OF KENAI: By: PERMITTEE: Richard A. Ross- City Manager By: Reean D. Pitts STATE OF ALASKA ) THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of ,2001, RICHARD A. ROSS, City Manager of the City of Kenai, Alaska, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said City. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires- STATE O F ALASKA ) ) SS. THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of ,2001, Reean D. Pitts, Owner, of the ATM, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires- 5/1/01 Page 4 of 4 SKILLS RESOURCE CENTER P.O. Box t310 · Kenai,Alaska 996 ! I -i 3 i 0 · (907) 283-4099 April 20, 2001 Mayor John Williams City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Kenai, AK 99611 Dear Mayor Williams The Seventh Annual Industry Appreciation Day is being held August 25th, 2001. The fund raising committee is asking the City of Kenai for a contribution to cover the food and emertainment costs for this occasion. This contribution is tax deductible under People Count, Inc., status as a 501 c(3) organization. The EIN number for the exemption is 920088849. · '"'A'~eheck' should be made payable to Industry Appreciation Day/People Count, Inc. The mailing .' ... addi'.'eSs is P.O. Box 1310, Kenai, AK 99611 ..;."L ' · .,....The fund raising committee greatly appreciates the past contributions made by the City of Kenai ':.. ~. and is looking forward to a bigger and better Industry Appreciation Day this year. Sincerely Bonnie Smith Fund Raising Committee Industry Appreciation Day City of Soldotna -177 North Birch · Soldotna, Alaska 99669 ® Phone- (907) 262-9107 May 3, 2001 John Williams Mayor City of Kenai 210 FidaJgo Avenue Kenai, Alaska 99611 Dear Mayor Williams: It was a great pleasure to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with you at the Chamber Luncheon. This letter is to continue the discussion with you regarding a joint meeting of the Kenai City Council and the Soldotna City Council to discuss items of mutual benefit and concern. In looking at the immediate calendar, I would like to suggest the fifth Wednesday in May as a possible meeting date. We would like to host you and your Council at 6:30 PM in our new meeting area where we can share a bite to eat and casually discuss items brought forth from each Council. Some items that Soldotna would suggest; W astewater Treatment, 2006 Arctic Winter Games, Legislative Priorities, Airport possibilities, the Prison and a new Convention-Conference Center. I would hope in the next few weeks, you might add suggested topics to the list assuming tl~at the date and time is acceptable, i' am looking forward-I:o the continued great relationship between the communities of Soldotna and Kenai. A significant reason for my decision to run for Mayor was my respect for you and the work you have done and my hope to develop a partnership between our two offices. Sincerely, David R. Carey 7 Mayor CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907"28:3-75:35 FAX 907-283-3014 r~"'=~ M emoranCium Date: From: April 27, 2001 Mayor and Council Richard A. Ross, City Manager ~ FY2002 Budget Update- Change in Projected Interest Earnings; Additional Personnel for City Clerk's Office As a result of the last budget work session it was decided by Council to use fund balance contributions to fund the Multipurpose Facility. At your April 18th Council meeting you were also advised that there would be a reduction in interest eamings as a result of declining interest rates. Attached is a copy of a memorandum from Mr. Semmens that addresses these concerns as well as other budget changes. The FY02 impact on earnings is less than originally projected because the draw against fund balance for the Multipurpose Facility is phased and not immediate as of July 1,2001. The annual impact on future years' interest earnings will be greater than in the upcoming year. Council also asked me to review the Administration's recommendation on additional personnel for the Clerk's office. The recommendation was for a 20-hour position. The justification was to replace contract secretarial help and to provide other assistance to the City Clerk, including maintenance of the records system once archiVing is brought up to date on the current contract. The results of the review are as follows' During the period July- November 2000, the City paid $1,063.75 for contract clerical service in support of commissions and committees. The average services billed was for 2.3 hours per week. September was the highest month with an average of 3.6 hours per week and October the lowest at 1.8 hours per week. In December there were no billings. During the period January - March 2001, the City paid $960 for contract clerical services. The average services reported a high weekly average of 4.1 hours. This contract was deleted in the proposed FY02 budget. Memo to Mayor and Council April 27, 2001 Page 2 of 2 The contract noted above does not include contract services for Planning .and Zoning Commission clerical support. On an average weekly basis during the period July - February there were 3.2 hours billed for meeting and minute preparation services. This contract was continued in the proposed FY02 budget. Once the present archival contract is completed and past records are brought up to date there will be hours required to maintain the system. The Police Department, which has the most voluminous records system, used 120 hours on its last annual archival effort. This involved arehiving 15,300 documents created in a one-year period. Based on a 50-week work year this would result in a 2.4 hourly average per week to maintain the system if this was performed weekly. Summary Even using the highest weekly average reported for contract clerical services (excluding Planning and Zoning Commission clerical support) of 4.1 hours and the Police Department experience of 120 hours, or 2.4 hours on a weekly basis for archiving, less than 7 hours would be needed for these functions on a weekly basis. This leaves 13 or more hours per week on .an average available for other support services to the Clerk if a 20 hours per week position is funded. Recommendation My recommendation is that a 20-hour a week position be funded. Once the position is trained, and if filled on a stable basis, consideration should be given to assigning Planning and Zoning Commission clerical responsibilities to the position also. The result would be additional cost savings to partially offset the cost of the 20 hour a week position. This would involve adding 3.2 hours per week based on historical averages to the less than 7 hours dedicated to archiving and other commission and committee support. This would still leave an average of 10 hours per week to support the Clerk in other duties she presently performs. Attachment From: Rick Ross, City Manager ~ Larry Semmens, Finance Director Date: April 17, 2001 Re: Budg~ changes The following changes were made to the budget: Revenues: Multipurpose Fadlity Revenue $ 10,000 Interest Revenue - 115,(XX) Appropriations: Legislative Prof. Services $10,000 Legislative Miscellan~us 200 Recreation Utilities 30,O(X) The new adjusted deficit number is ($129,034). The lapse amount is $518,070. 2001 Month (1) ERA Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Totals 8,300 7,137 8,216 7,058 30,711 Monthly Enplanements (2) XXX 0 0 0 0 1996-2000 8,300 8,069 7,137 7,478 8,216 8,288 7,058 7~294 8,076 9~814 13,249 11,412 8,869 8,692 8,229 Monthly enplanements up 649 comPai~ed to .................................. April'200 Total year to date enplanements up 971. 8,174 30,711 INFORMATION ITEMS KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 16, 2001 . 5/8/01 Public Works Department, Project Status Report. o Iienai Fire Department Year 2000 Awards. o April, 2001 Kenai Fire Department Monthly Incident Report. . Cook Inlet RCAC, Council Briefs. o 5/01 Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Connection. Project status Repert A=Active NC=Non-Construcl~on F=Future STIP=State Trans. Imp. KK - Keith Komelis JL- Jack La Shot RS - Robert Springer MK - Marilyn Kebschull Jet- Jan Taylor A/NC/F/ CityContaet ProJ tName S~ a KK 1999 Water System Improvements (WH 1 & 2 & PH) Status llSCO 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. May 8 at 10 a.m. A JL Daubenspeck Environmental Site Assessment Final report has been received. UST removal report received. A KK A JL Gill Street Water Main Crossing Spur Kenai AP ARFF/SRE Facility Nelson doing design. Notice to proceed has been given 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. Tuesday, May 08, 2001 Page I of 3 A/~C~/ SIP A kk city onta)t Project Name Mission Avenue Sewer Line Relocation Stat~s I Jackson Construction has completed 94% of their work. IISCO finished the lift station control panel and the contractor installed it. Waiting for some electrical items. A JL Multi-Purpose Facility Refrigeration Advertise for bids week of May 14. Introduce Ordinance appropriating money June 6. Bid June 13 with award June 20. A JL New Kenai Health Center Should be finished in July - parking lot needs to be paved. 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 STIP KK WH 4 DOT- Bridge Access Pathway Coble is doing an area ground water study. 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. Public meeting May 15. STIP KK DOT- Forest Drive/Redoubt Foster Construction has started work for the season. Redoubt mostly paved. Underground work complete. Starting on curbs and gutters. 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 May 2001. Tuesday, May 08, '2001 Page 2 of 3 A/mC/F/ City Contoot STIP KK Project Nam DOT- Unity Trail Pathway ~StatllS iii Pedestrian/bike pathway along Kenai Spur from MP 2.8 to 8.2. 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. DOT is waiting on environmental permits. Tuesday, May 08, 2001 Page 3 of 3 Kenai Fire Department FIRE CALL OF THE YEAR 2000 Fire #87-00 "This award is meant to give special recognition to personnel who display outstanding professionalism and teamwork in the performance of their duties on the fire ground." On July 21, 2000 KFD received a mutual aid fire call to Soldotna for a large mall fire. Upon arrival, KFD crews, in a cooperative effort with Cemml Emergency Services, began aggressively halting the fire progression, trenching the roof for vemilation and extinguishing the fire. Capt. Engineer Engineer Firefighter William Furlong Eric Wilcox James Dye Jason Diorec , , , Firefighter Firefighter Fkerighter Greg Coon John Harris Sam Satathite Kenai Fire Department EMS CALL OF THE YEAR 2000 EMS 0554-00 "This award is meant to give special recognition to personnel who display outstanding professionalism and teamwork in providing emergency medical care to those in need." On December 23, 2000 KFD received a call for a man down at the Kenai Recreation Center. On arrival they found an unconscious man on the racquetball court with life- threatening vital signs. His condition, left untreated for just a few more minutes, would have resulted in his death. The fast, efficient Advanced Life Support response by KFD personnel resulted in his survival to the Emergency Room at CPGH, and ultimately to the intensive care unit at Providence Hospital in Anchorage. Just a couple weeks later, this man walked into the Kenai Fire Department to thank those who had save him. Capt. Engineer Firefighter Firefighter William Furlong Eric Wilcox Jason Diorec Sam Satathite Kenai Fire Department FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR 2000 "This distinguished award is meant to give special recognition to a member of the department who has demonstrated the following: dedication to career, pride in the department, initiative, enthusiasm, desire to improve skills and outstanding teamwork in the performance of their duties." Past recipiems have included James Dye, Greg Coon, and Michael Tilly. The award is shared this year by two members of the department that have demonstrated all of the criteria this award requires. Firefighter Jason Diorec has demonstrated his dedication to the fire service by setting high goals to attain and has made many personal sacrifices to attain them. His enthusiasm for the job has never wavered and his commitment to attaining his goals has n~ver interfered with his desire to perform his duties to the fullest. His efforts are paving the way for other personnel to achieve similar goals, and he is an example to follow. John Harris has not only demonstrated the required criteria, but went way out of his way to bring recognition to firefighters across the nation who have fallen in the line of duty. His attempt to summit Mt. McKinley on behalf of fallen firefighters and their families in May/June 2000 was filmed and broadcast by ABC news. Firefighters across Alaska and the Nation supported his efforts, comributing over $7,000 toward completion of the National Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. He has been honored by the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Foundation, and was invited to attend the October 2000 ceremony as a guest of honor. Jason and John have never attempted to merely meet what was expected of them, but have demonstrated their ability to pursue their goals and exceed anyone's expectations. Kenai Fire Department FIREFIGHTERS OF THE YEAR 2000 Firefighter Jason Diorec Firefighter John Harris Kenai Fire Department April 2001 Monthly Incident Report Fire Chief Scott Walden Actions. Taken- Deoa_rtment. Level (Chart) Report Period: From 4/1/2001 To 4/30/2001 Description Action 1 Action 2 Action 3 Total Actions Percent of Total Provide EMS Care 46 25 8 79 71.17% Provide Asistance 4 2 2 8 7.21% Investigate/Enforcemem 4 3 3 10 9.01% Identify and Confine Hazardous Cond 3 2 2 7 6.31% Fill-in/Standby 3 0 0 3 2.70% Extinguish and Control 1 1 1 3 2.70% Rescue 1 0 0 1 0.90% Totals I E~s~ and Con~ 2.7% I Pn~de EMS Care 71.2% r--! Idenllfy ~ ~ne H~m~m:k)us Cond 6.3% m) Ream 0.9% m Provide A~lnnce 7.2% · Invesligale/Enforcement 9,0% [] FilkirVSlanc~ 2.7% Total: 100.0% INC002 (1.02) 05/08/2001 16:07:13 Incidents by Day of Week Report Period: From 4/1/2001 To 4/30/2001 Day of the Week Number of Incidents Sunday 8 Monday 9 Tuesday 11 Wednesday 7 Thursday 14 Friday 8 Saturday 5 14 12 lO INC014 (1.01) Page 1 of 1 Printed 05/08/2001 at 16:30:27 Actions Taken - Station by Month Date Range: From 4/1/2001 To 4/30/2001 Selected Station(s): All Description Station Month Provide EMS Care Blank Station Entered ST1 April April Sub Totals Count of Actions Taken 1 Average Count Used in Response Time Ave. Resp. HH:MM:SS 37 46 9 9 00:03:40 37 00:05:49 Investigate/Enforcement Blank Station Entered STI April April Sub Totals 1 1 00:02:01 3 3 00:05:20 Provide Asistance STI April Sub Totals 4 00:12:00 Fill-in/Standby STI April Sub Totals Identify and Confine Hazardous Cond ST1 April Sub Totals 3 3 3 00:10:40 Extinguish and Control ST1 April 1 Sub Totals I 1 00:05:00 Rescue STI April 1 Sub Totals 1 1 00:03'01 Total Count 62 INC007 (2.00) Page 1 of 1 Printed05/09/2001 08:49:38 Note: The incident count used in averages does not include the following: Not Completed incidents, Mutual Aid given, Other Aid given, Cancelled in Route, Not Priori .t3', Fill-In Standby, No Arrival and Invalid Dates/Times. 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 O000 O0000000000 000 00000000000000000 O0 000000 I I I I I I I I I I I May 7, 2001 www.circac.org 2001 - 5 ********Oil Spill Response Exercise in Kachemak *************************** Oil spill response teams joined forces in Kachemak Bay recently to test equipment and train personnel. Dozens of vessels, including fishing boats, skiffs, skimmers, and barges, participated in the week-long exercise. On hand for the event were representatives from Cook Inlet RCAC, Cook Inlet Spill Prevention and Response, Inc., Seldovia Oil Spill Response team (SOS), Alaska Department of EnvirOnmental Conservation, Unocal, Tesoro, Alyeska's Ship Escort Response Vessel System (SERVS), Navy Supervisor of Salvage (NAVSUPSALV), local fishermen, response teams from North Slope (Alaska Clean Seas) and Southeast Alaska (SEAPRO), and the Coast Guard. The exercise was also observed by a delegation from Taiwan that was interested in oil spill response methods used in Alaska. The on-water exercises took place on April 25th and 26th. On the first day, crews worked on the south side of Kachemak Bay near Hesketh Island and McDonald Spit. Several operations took place during the day. Group 1 focused on deploying boom near Hesketh Island and operating a Lori 3 brush skimmer. Group 2 anchored in Kasitsna Bay and worked on lightering procedures on the CISPRI Responder Barge. Another group worked on nearshore response around McDonald Spit and the CISPRI vessel, SeaBulk Montana, concentrated on offshore response efforts. During the second day of on-water exercises, the SeaBulk Montana worked alongside the CISPRI Responder Barge. The vessels deployed boom and operated a Transrec 200 skimmer (pictured at fight). Crews also set up a booming configuration off the beach at the end of the Homer Spit. During the exercise, the Department of Environmental Conservation tested its new mobile communications center. The trailer is equipped with radios, antennas, satellite and cell phone links, batteries, and its own generator. The trailer can be shipped by truck, rail, or plane to wherever the ADEC needs to set up a communications center. At the end of the exercise, the participants gathered at Lands End Resort for a review of the week's activities. Several people remarked that while there were still a few problems, communication between vessels was much better than it has been in the past. CISPRI General Manger Doug Lentsch said one of the most valuable aspects of the week was the opportunity to work cooperatively with other spill response organizations. ********PROPS Committee Visits AVTEC's Ship Bridge Simulator************* The Prevention, Response, Operations, and Safety Committee (PROPS) traveled to Seward on April 27th for a meeting at the Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC). AVTEC Director Fred Esposito invited the Committee to hold its meeting at the facility and take a tour of the Center's new Full Mission Ship Bridge Simulator. The simulator is a training device that is used by students to practice navigating and operating vessels in different geographic and weather environments. The simulator is a fully equipped wheelhouse that uses state-of-the art computer graphics to portray images of various maritime settings, such as Prince William Sound, on a wrap around screen. Standing at the wheel of the bridge, the students can encounter all sorts of "virtual situations" that they may have to deal with when they are out at sea. The simulator can incorporate winds, high seas, ice, and other marine traffic into any given scenario. The simulator can also be used to practice docking procedures at various ports. AVTEC instructor Jim Herbert said that later this year a database for Cook Inlet will be installed on the simulator. He urged the PROPS Committee to think about ways the simulator could be used to improve maritime safety in the inlet. Several PROPS members, including Glen Glenzer, Paul Shadura, and Bruce Gabrys (pictured at fight) took a mm at the wheel of the bridge simulator during the demonstration. ********Kenai Mayor Speaks to Coastal Communities ********************* Kenai Mayor John Williams provided some historical and political perspectives on the development of the oil and gas industry in Cook Inlet at the annual meeting of British Columbia's Coastal Communities Network (CCN). The Vancouver B.C. meeting was attended by a wide assortment'of people interested in economic development for communities along the coast of British Columbia. Attendees included ministers from various provincial and federal government agencies, resource managers, fishermen, environmentalists, planners, representatives from coastal communities and others. Off-shore oil and gas drilling is a major topic of discussion in British Columbia and Cook Inlet RCAC has been providing CCN with information about the role citizens groups, such as CIRCAC, can play in the oversight of the industry. Last year, CIRCAC Science Coordinator Susan Saupe spoke at the CCN annual meeting about the history of CIRCAC and how citizens in Alaska coastal communities participate in the decision-making process with regards to oil-related issues. This year, CIRCAC suggested that Kenai Mayor John Williams would be an excellent choice to talk about the political relationship between a coastal community and the oil and gas industry. Mayor Williams accepted the invitation from CCN and was a featured speaker at the annual meeting in Vancouver. During his presentation, Mayor Williams spoke about the initial exploration and development of the Cook Inlet oil fields in the 1960's and how industry continues to play a major role in the city of Kenai today. Williams emphasized that the community has welcomed the development of the oil industry, but not to the point of sacrificing environmental safeguards. Through a partnership with industry, Williams said the city of Kenai has built a diverse economy based on oil and gas, along with commercial fishing, sport fishing, and tourism. The Mayor said he met several dignitaries at the meeting, including John Duncan, a member of Parliament representing Vancouver, and Dave McGuigan, Chairman of the North Coast Oil and Gas Task Force in Prince Rupert, B.C. ********CIRCAC Meetings*********************************************** Environmental Monitoring Committee - May 9 - 10:00 AM - CIRCAC Office (Kenai) Executive Committee - May 10 - 10:00 AM - CIRCAC Office (Kenai) Kachemak Bay GRS Workgroup - May 15 - 8:30 AM - Homer City Hall CIRCAC Quarterly Board of Directors Meeting - May 25 - 9:00 AM - CISPRI Headquarters (Nikiski) (.;ook Inlet RCAC - 910 Highland Ave. Kenai. AK. 99611 - (907)-283-7222 - tax: (907)-283-6102 - circac(.i1;circac.org Volume 14 ............. Issue 5 Visit us at: www. SoldotnaChamber. com Email us at: info(!~SoldotnaChamber, com Newsletter Inserts May 28 ~ ¥OT_YR Annual Spring Cleanup ....... ................. May 1-7 KDLL Cinco-De-Mayo Fiesta .., ........................... May 5 2001Soldotna V'~sitor Center Accommodations Tour ........ .. May7 &8 StateF~~~-F~M~ lhtkingLot 11Apm ..... May 5 COMMUNITY CLEAN-U P D/ Y MAY 19, 2001 UNOCAL ALASKA IS THE PROUD SPONSOR OF THE COMMUNITY CLEAN- UP FOR THE SOLDOTNA & KENAI AREAS. Businesses & organizations will be assigned a ZONE within their City Limit. Garbage Bags, T-Shirt, BBQ Meal Ticket and Zone will be provided for your group upon check in. For complete details... SEE REGISTRATION FORM INSIDE NEWSLETTER... Abandoned Vehicles ............ Centennial Park Visitor Center Opens SOon NEW MEMBER BENEFIT!!!! Centennial Pa~k will be opening ~ Visitor Information Center with the SoldotnaVisitor Center Staff. Soldoma Chamber Members are invited to place their rack-cards/brochures in this center for ~ SMALL FEE OF ONLY $10 FOR THE ENTIRE SUMMER. For more information, call Klm at 262-9814. 3 Visitor Center Report ......... 3 St, ',ts ofthe Month ......... ~ Gen,;~te Enthusiasm ' 3 "Chnmber On The Go" ....... 3 Halibut 100 ............. ' ......... 2 ThankYou ......................... 2 Inside ~ Issue April New Members ...........2 Welcome New April Members $oldo~na ~hamber membership at an all time high of 627!! Arctic Printing Derek Hansen 43335 K. Beach Road, Soldotna 262-8535 Printing Adventure Lake Lodge David Hawg. PO Box 123, Soldotna '262-9249 Remote Wilderness Lodge Alaska Kenai Country Taxidermy Bob Hain PO Box 2574, Soldotna 262-9791 Taxidermists Alaska's Finest Guided Fishing Phil Christensen , PO Box 1192, Soldotna 260-4990 Fishing Charters Grossl Photography Tasha Grossl PO Box 3032, Soldotna 262-2234 Photography Services Hooky Charters David Goggia 2915 Clipper Circle, Kenai 283-9026 Fishing Charters Alaska Birding Tours. Com Ken Marlow PO Box 2465, Soldotna 262.5218 Birding C & C Stables Connie Davis PO Box 2837, Soldotna 262-5401 Horseback Riding/Carriage Rides Hot Dogs alaCarte Annette Villa PO Box 2466, Soldotna 283-2268 Food/Beverage Distributors Alaska Kenai Country Carvings Bob Hain PO Box 2574, Soldotna 262-9791 Alaskan Art Sales Flying Bear Charter B & B/Cabin/RV Park Betty Randall PO Box 227, Ninilchik 567-3356 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations InAlaska. com Kary Shafer 701 E Tudor Road, Anchorage 762.9214 Visitor Information Premier Alaska Tours, inc. Stefanie Corder 2207 Spenard Road #100, Anchorage 279-0001 Supporting Member Godwin Glacier Dog Sled Tours Lorraine Temple PO Box 1797, Homer 224.8239 Sightseeing & Tours Karlene's Acupuncture & Lotus Day Spa Karlene Muller 43335 K. Beach Road, Soldotna 262-7977 Day Spas Sundog Serigraphics Kevin Carpenter PO Box 4027, Soldotna 262-7690 Screen Printing/Embroidery Ninilchik Charter Michael Flores PO Box 1627, Soldotna 260.7825 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations Malfunction Junction Gifts Gloria Ager 113 Smith Way, Soldotna 262-3199 Gift Shops O'fishial Charters Bill Cee PO Box 39720, Ninilchik 567.7314 Fishing Charters w/Accommodations ·KUDOS TO· HALIBUT 100- MAY 19, 2001 ~ Aspen Hotel in Fairbanks for : Homer, Ninilchik & Seward : providing lodging for Kim and to : Halibut closest tothe. MYSTERY weightwins!! Lynden Transportation for One day t0urnament~$100 per ticket-S500 cash ~ delivering our guides & booth · t,o the Fairbanks Outdoors Show! * drawingfrom ticketspurchased before ,* it s members like you that make *. May 16, 2001~FREE DiscoveryGuide ad for · working for the Soldotna : ONE lucky charter operator. '. Chamber an honor. ' Call KPTMC for more information 283-3850 Mark White and Donna Miller have volunteered to provide their services of planting their group of flowers at the Soldotna Chamber and Visitor Center building. Mark says that he has some of the most unique flowers and would love to do our flower bed. So when your visitors/ family arrive this summer, make sure that you bring them to the Visitor Center. On behalf of the Chamber Staff and Board, we would like to thank them for all they are about to do. 2 Klm & Paul at the Great Alaska Sportsmen Show n Mariman, Soldotna Visitor Center Manager and Paul Gray, ldotna Chamber Board Member ran the Soldotna Chamber oth at the Great Alaska Sportsmen Show last month and nded out over 3,700 Soldotna Recreation Guides to potential .itors. Klm then traveled to Fairbanks to the Fairbanks ~tdr' ':~ Show to run the Chamber booth. Potential viSitors :el ~)ver 2,000 guides and the Fairbanks Convention and ~itoffCanter asked us to give them 1,120 Soldotna guides. e Soldotna Chamber Members were also represented at the · ' Generate enthusiasm- '- :;~'.": · · : with enthusiasm : ' Show customers that you are enthusiastic about helping' · them and they will make your job more pleasurable by.. ~ being enthusiastic about doing business with you, says o · Effective Telephone Techniques reader Mike Nielsen. · · "When you. answer the phone, make customers feelo ° ° happy that it was you who took their call," suggests: : Nielsen. "They will reward you by being excited and happy · · to be working with you. o · To convey enthusiasm, try this: "Add a slight pause after.' · your introduction before your initial offer to help "° · suggests Nielsen' Klm Mariman, Soldotna Visitor. o° Services Manager, for the Soldotna Chamber of Com-o . merce answers their phone "It's a GREAT day in. : Soldotna, (pause) this is Klm, how can I help you?"' o · They say the pause will emphasize your offer to help and ° · Show the caller that you are sincerely interested in whato ° · they have to say. This will also help the caller remember. · your name. ° · When you're the person making the call, it's oquaily° · important to generate enthusiasm. "To convey enthusi-o ° asm in your outbound calls, begin each call by asking for. · advice, opinions or help, rather than by demandingo · information" Nielsen suggests. ° · .Notes Nielsen: "These techniques will help you get the. · information you need more quickly by causing the ° · person you are calling to want to help you. You then, are · '. able to help your customer more quickly. And that's a o ~nai Peninsula Sport Recreation & Trade Show in Soldotna °ogood outcome for everyone." o s past weekend. Students of the Month Honored VISITOR CENTER REPORT " · The April Students of the month were · Melina · Hutchison, Skyview High School, lennifer · " Soldoma Chamber is Awesome! !," Dave Carny, City · McCa.rd, Soldoma High School and Kelly. King of Soldotna Mayor, displays on the City's reader board. "Thank ~ Soldoma Middle School. The Soldoma Chamber you for the compliment. But we couldn't do it if our community · of Coramerce feels these exceptional young people didn't believe in us," says Kim Madman. · deserve a special recognition. On April 24-, they · As of May 1, 2001 the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce has ·wcrc presented with a certificate and lunch. We · would like to thank Bob Sizcmorc for sponsoring mailed/handed out over 8,500 Soldotna Guides. ' 'thc Soldoma Chamber Student of the Month Pro- · The Visitor Center is in full running gear now, ready for the · · · thousands of visitors to enter our center. =" Junk & Abandoned Vehicles · "5oldotna, ^ River City" is embroidered on all our clothing ° Collection Program and hats this year. Stop by and check out the Gift Shop and '. This summer, the Kenai Peninsula Borough will be collecting meet the new 2001 Soldotna Visitor Center Staff. Starting ~ abandoned & junk vehicles that have been left in borough Memodai weekend, the visitor center will be open 7 days a · maintained mad right-of-ways. week from 9am-7pm. . . · In coniunction with this collection, program, individuals may · T' are STILL a lot of empty rack card bins. To fully take; deliver: up to five vehicles to designated impound locations. ao,...,tage of your member benefits, please call us and see if · The KPB will remove batteries, fluids, etc. from vehicles. you need to replenish your supply of brochures/rack cards or = The public must contact the KPB prior to delivery. Vehicles ° recovered from this cleanup project will be crushed and even business cards, o · hauled to a recycling market. 3 May 1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29 May Chamber Luncheon Calendar Tuesday Noon, Riverside House Tom Boedeker, $oldotna City Manager Chuck Swener, DOT & Tom Pit~ C~I~_~~ Soldoma Road Joe Jurco, ~Voice of Democracy .. ·. Evy Gebhardt & EmilyAley, International Year of the Volunteers~ . AI~ Helm, Ala~lm Director Social Se~ity ~A~ini~tration $o~dotna C. hamb~r of Lomm~rc~ 44'/'1o 'bt~r~in9 city of Kenai Mayor John Williams 210 Fida~go Ave. Kenai, AK 99611 A Soldotna Cha President Past President President Elect Vice President Secretary/Treasurer Executive Director Visitor Service Manager Member Service Manager Puli-Tab Manager Bookkeeper mber of Commerce 2001 M~e Frost Dan Mortenson UsaWimmer Sammie Cole Dena Cunningham Terry Coval Paul Gray Belty Obendorf Tim Pope Mike Sweeney Barbara Elson Jocelyn Coghiil KurtOIson Board of Directors and Staff 1st National Bank of Anchorage 260-6023 Four D Carpet One 262-9181 National Bank of Alaska ~262-4435 SouthCentral Title ... 262-4494 McDonalds 262-2221 KWAVE/KP EN/KG TL Radio 283-7423 Exploring Alaska w/Paul Gray . 262-9008 Individual 262-9890 Natron Air 262-8440 Sweeney's Clothing 262-5916 First Amedcan Title of Alaska 262-5708 Peninsula Clarion 283-7551 Tim Berg's Alaskan Fishing Adventures 800-548-3474~ Justine Polzin Kim Madman Erica Williamson Rebecca Hanson Linda Anderson $oldotna Chamber of Commerce Soldotna Visitor Center Soldotna Chamber Fax River City Pull Tabs 262-9814 262-1337 262-3566 260-2436 0 0 COMMUNITY CLEAN UP'DAY R£GISTRA?ION FORM & INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE CHECK IN AT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS' KENAI Kenai Chamber of Commerce 402 Overland. Kenai, AK 99611 283-7989 Fax 283-7183 SOLDOTNA So.ldoma Chamber of Commerce 44790 Sterling Hwy. Soldotna, AK 99669 262-9814 Fax 262-3566 Each group or business will be assigned a zone within their City limits. Garbage bags, T-shirt, BBQ Meal ticket and Zone will be provided for your group upon check in. The following is a schedule for the day: CHECK IN 9:00AM - 9:45AM CLEAN UP 10:00AM - 12:00PM BBQ & PRIZES AWARDED 12:OOPM- ?? CASH PRIZES AWARDED TO EACH GROUP~! I ST PLACE $300.00 1ND PLACE $200.00 3 RD PLACE $100.00 UNOCAL COMMUNITY CLEAN UP DAY REGISTRATI~ORM~' Please fill out and remm this portion to the'location for your City listed above. Please circle one: YOUTH GROUP ADULT GROUP BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION NAME ADDRESS CONTACT PERSON NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS (MINIMUM OF.3) FAX PHONE .. _ MAKE PACKETS COUNCIL PACKET DISTRIBUT]:ON COUNC:[L MEETZN~ DATE: Mayor/Council Attorney ~ TayIor/Sprin~er/Kebschull ~ 'Clerk ~ City Mana~le~ ~ Public Wo~ks ~ Police Deportment ~ Finance ~ En~/inee~ ~ Senio~ Cente~ ~ Airport ~ Kim ~ Library ~ Porks & Recreation ~' Clarion ~ Fire Department ' g~~ . ~ AGENDA DTSTR;EBUT~ON Sewer Treatment Plant Streets Shop bock Buildin~ Maintenance Animal Control Wote~/$ewe~ Counte~ Fax by compute~ to Contacts; Agenda List' Microsoft Fox from printer list; Address Book; Assemb Members KSRM HEA Kenai Chamber of Commerce ,Ton Little (boi KVCC KDLL Ebb News/Soldotno) DELIVER Council Pockets to Police Deportment Dispatch desk. The Clarion and KDLL will pick their pocket up at City Hall. The portion of the agenda published by the Clarion should be foxed os soon os possible after Noon on pocket day. Home Page documents (agenda, resolutions and ordinances for public hearing)ore placed in the Clerk's HTML file. Place them onto the city's website from there os soon os possible.