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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-02-20 Council PacketKenai City Council Meeting Packet February 20, 2002 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 20, 2002 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www, ci.kenai.ak.us 6:00 P.M. WORK SESSION: PROPOSED LIBRARY EXP~SION 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) ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS o Ordinance No. 1947-2002 -- Amending KMC 23.55.050 to Make Part- Time Employees Eligible for Salary Step Increases Based on Longevity and Satisfactory Performance and Amending the Salary Structure Table to Delete a Separate Part-Time Hourly Schedule and Incorporate It Into the Regular Salary Structure Table. , Ordinance No. 1948-2002 -- Amending KMC 1.90.030, Changing the Qualifications for the Beautification Committee, Harbor, Parks and Recreation, and Librm3r Commissions to Allow Up to Two Members Each to be Non-Residents of the City of Kenai. . Ordinance No. 1949-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $7,500 in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund for the Purchase of a Range for the Airport Terminal Restaurant. . Ordinance No. 1950-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $1,290 in the General Fund Library Department for a State Grant. . Resolution No. 2002-10-- Supporting the Creation of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation. ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS o 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report ITEM E: MINUTES o *Regular Meeting of February 6, 2002. ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS le . Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 e Approval--Termination of Special Use Permit/Portion of Tract A, General Aviation Apron #2 -- Kenai Air Alaska. , Approval -- Assignment of Real Estate Lease and Agreement/Tract B, Kenai Tidelands Survey No. 2 -- Snug Harbor Seafoods, Inc. to U.S. Small Business Administration. e ITEM I: ITEM J' Discussion-- New Well House No. 4/Site Location REPORT OF THE MAYOR . ADMINISTRATION REPORTS . City Manager Attorney City Clerk ITEM K: DISCUSSION , Citizens (five minutes) Council EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM L: ADJOURNMENT Z ~ Z~~ o o<~~ o~8~zo~ o o<~~  n-- vZo~ uJ I:Z: Z U -- 0 -- "r ~ ~ z ~ 0 ~ Z U ~ o  ~ ~ z ~ ~ z u ~ o o<~~ Suggested by: Administrau~,, CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1947-2002 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING KMC 23.55.050 TO MAKE PART-TIME EMPLOYEES ELIGIBLE FOR SALARY STEP INCREASES BASED ON LONGEVITY AND SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE AND AMENDING THE SALARY STRUCTURE TABLE TO DELETE A SEPARATE PART-TIME HOURLY SCHEDULE AND INCORPORATE IT INTO THE REGULAR SALARY STRUCTURE TABLE. WHEREAS, part-time employees are not currently eligible for step increases based on longevity and satisfactory work performance; and WHEREAS, full-time employees are eligible for step increases based on longevity and satisfactory, work performance; and WHEREAS, part-time employees should be eligible for step increases based on longevity and satisfactory work performance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that KMC 23.55.050 and the City of Kenai salary structure table are amended as follows: SECTION ONE 23.55.050 Hourly rates-Part-time employees (a_a_lHourly rates for part-time employees (with various experience, skills, and responsibilities} are hereby established in accordance with the table that is appended to this title and. which may be amended, modified, or replaced by ordinance, in which case a copy of the amended, modified, or replacement table shall be substituted for the prior table and placed in the Code at the end of this Title. Hourly.. rates for part-time employees will be computed on a.pro rata basis based on a 2,080 work year according to 'range and step. For example, the hourly rate of a part-time employee with a range/step of 1.1-^ would be: ~14~665 ~- 2~080 = $7.05. (bi On completion of the probationa_ry period, each employee shall be advanced one (1) step. At appropriate biennial or quadrennial anniversa_.ry dates thereafter, subiect to receiving a satisfactory evaluation, the employee may be advanced a step increment. The time period norma!!¥ between steps B to C to D to E to F is two years. The time period normally between steps F to Ag. to BB to CC is four f4} years. Current part-time employees who have completed their probation prior to the effective date of this ordinance shall be given a step increase from ^ to B. Thereafter, they shall receive a step increase at the appropriate biennial or quadrennial gear ~nniversa_ry_ date, subject to receiving a satisfactory evaluation. Ordinance No. 1947-2002 Page 2 of 2 SECTION TWO The salary schedule is amended to delete the separate hourly rate table for part-time employees and integrate it into the existing regular salary schedule as shown on Attachment 1. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this first day of July 2002. ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced' Adopted: Effective: February 6, 2002 February 20, 2002 July 1, 2002 City of Kenai Fiscal Year 2001 Salary Structure Range A B C D E F AA BB CC Step 1 13,696 14,038 14,381 14,723 15,065 15,407 15,749 16,091 16,433 1.1 14,665 15,031 15,398 15,765 16,132 16,499 16,866 17,233 17,600 1.2 15,591 15,981 16,370 16,760 17,150 17,540 17,930 18,320 18,710 2 16,603 17,1:)18 17,433 17,848 18,263 18,678 19,093 19,508 19,923 2.1 17,486 17,923 18,360 18,797 19,234 19,671 20,108 20,545 20,982 2.2 18,498 18,960 19,423 19,885 20,347 20,809 21,271 21,733 22,195 2.3 19,423 19,909 20,394 20,880 21,366 21,852 22,338 22,824 23,310 2.4 22,697 23,265 23,832 24,399 24,966 25,533 26,100 26,667 27,234 2.5 25,690 26,333 26,975 27,617 28,259 28,901 29,543 30,185 30,827 3 25,862 26,508 27,154 27,800 28,446 29,092 29,738 30,384 31,030 4 27,155 27,834 28,513 29,192 29,872 30,551 31,230 31,909 32,588 5 28,514 29,228 29,941 30,654 31,368 32,081 32,794 33,507 34,221 6 29,942 30,690 31,439 32,187 32,936 33,685 34,433 35,182 35,930 7 31,445 32,231 33,017 33,803 34,588 35,374 36,160 36,946 37,7'32 8 33,030 33,856 34,683 35,509 36,335 37,161 37,987 38,813 39,640 9 34,668 35,535 36,401 37,268 38,134 39,001 39,867 40,734 41,600 10 36,392 37,302 38,212 39,122 40,032 40,942 41,852 42,762 43,672 11 38,208 39,163 40,119 41,074 42,030 42,986 43,941 44,897 45,852 12 40,135 41,139 42,142 43,145 44,148 45,152 46,155 47,158 48,161 13 42,115 43,168 44,221 45,274 46,327 47,379 48,432 49,485 50,538 14 44,249 45,355 46,462 47,569 48,676 49,782 50,889 51,996 53,103 15 46,462 47,624 48,785 49,947 51,109 52,270 53,432 54,593 55,755 16 48,763 49,981 51,200 52,418 53,637 54,855 56,074 57,292 58,511 17 51,209 52,490 53,770 55,051 56,332 57,612 58,893 60,174 61,454 18 53,769 55,113 56,457 57,801 59,145 60,488 61,832 63,176 64,520 19 56,445 57,856 59,267 60,678 62,089 63,500 64,911 66,322 67,733 20 59,293 60,775 62,258 63,740 65,223 66,705 68,188 69,671 71,153 21 62,260 63,816 65,372 66,928 68,484 70,040 71,596 73,152 74,708 22 65,335 66,968 68,602 70,236 71,869 73,503 75,137 76,771 78,404 23 68,611 70,327 72,042 73,758 75,473 77,189 78,904 80,620 82,335 24 72,135 73,938 75,742 77,545 79,348 81,152 82,955 84,759 86,562 JT-4 6.50 Suggested by: Councu CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1948-2002 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING KMC 1.90.030 TO CHANGE THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE, HARBOR, PARKS AND RECREATION, AND LIBRARY COMMISSIONS TO ALLOW UP TO TWO MEMBERS EACH TO BE NON-RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF KENAI. WHEREAS, KMC 1.90.030 currently requires members of commissions, boards and commissions to be residents of the City of Kenai unless specifically exempted by the council; and WHEREAS, allowing up to two non-resident members of the Beautification Committee, and Harbor, Parks and Recreation, and Library Commissions will expand the pool of volunteers wishing to serve on them; and WHEREAS, non-resident volunteers can and do make beneficial contributions to the City of Kenai by their volunteer efforts. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that KMC 1.90.030 be amended as follows: 1.90.030 (~ualifications. (a) A member of a board, commission or committee must be a resident of the City of Kenai, unless the board, commission or committee is specifically exempted by Council from this requirement. The member cannot be an officer or employee of the City of Kenai. If any member should move his residence from the corporate limits of the City of Kenai {if applicable), is an officer or employee of the City of Kenai, or shall be elected or appointed as an officer or employee of the City of Kenai, the service of such member shall terminate immediately. He should be aware that he will serve without salary, but will be reimbursed for all reasonable expenses incurred in connection with this service, only after approval by Council. {b) The Beautification Committee, and Harbor, Librm-y, and Parks and Recreation Commissions may at the discretion of the Council have up to two non-resident members each. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20th day of February 2002. John J. Williams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: Adopted: Effective: February 6, 2002 February 20, 2002 March 20, 2002 Suggested by: Administration City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1949-2002 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $7,500 IN THE AIRPORT TERMINAL ENTERPRISE FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A RANGE FOR THE AIRPORT TERMINAL RESTAURANT. WHEREAS, the cooking equipment in the leased airport terminal restaurant belongs to the City; and WHEREAS, the tenants have requested that the range be repaired or replaced; and WHEREAS, the administration recommends replacement of the range; and WHEREAS, the Airport Commission concurs with this recommendation; and WHEREAS, funds are available in retained earnings. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Terminal Enterprise Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Appropriation of Retained Earnings $7,500 Increase Appropriations: Equipment $7,500 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20th day of February, 2002. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (01/31 / 2002) jl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: February 6, 2002 February 20, 2002 February 20, 2002 Suggested by: Administration City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1950-2002 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $1,290 IN THE GENERAL FUND LIBRARY DEPARTMENT FOR A STATE GRANT. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received a $1,290 grant from the State of Alaska for interlibrary book loans; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to purchase library books with this grant. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: General Fund Library Increase Estimated Revenues: State Grant $1,290 Increase Appropriations: Books $1,290 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20th day of February, 2002. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' (01 / 31 / 2002) jl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: February 6, 2002 February 20, 2002 February 20, 2002 Suggested by' Mayor William_ CITY OF KENAI RF, SOLUTION NO. 2002-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALAStC4, SUPPORTING THE CREATION OF THE CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER OF ALASKA FOUNDATION. WHEREAS, the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska is a specialized learning institute created by Congress specifically to teach students better skills in the subjects of math, science and technology and built with funding from the private sector and federal government; and, WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska has authorized the creation of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation in an effort to plan for long-term revenue sources necessary to fund and operate the Center; and, WHEREAS, creation of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation will allow the opportunity to seek contributions not previously available to the Center, enhancing the Center's efforts to deliver an ongoing and lasting program of education in math, science and technology to all of the children of Alaska. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that it supports the creation of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20th day of February, 2002. ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk clf Challenger LEAItNI~6 cs~rEIt , ALAS December 2001 The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation The Challenger Learning Cemer of Alaska seeks your help in promoting an amendment ~o already, existing legislation that allows some educational institutes in Alaska aa opportunity to seek contributions on behalf of their respective foundation programs. The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska is a specialized learning institute created by Congress specifically to teach smdcm$ better ~kill~ i.n the ~ubject~ of math, science and technology. The ¢¢mcr w~ buik with funding from both the private sector of Alaska and federal funding. The private sector contributed $1,500,000 and the federal, government h~ funded a total of $7,785,000.00 toward its construction and operation since 1997 The State of Alaska through its legislature has never been asked to contribute any funds although a grant was received from Alaska Science ~nd Technology Foundation in the amount of $123,000.00 t° furnish some technology components during the startup phase. In asking that the LegislatUre look favorably upon our request, it is our intention not to ask the Legislature to fund any of the ongoing programs with legislative appropriations. By allowing the Challenger Learning Cemer of Alaska the opportunity to seek funding via an amendment to the existing legislation, we feel that we will have the oppormni~ to fulfill the mission of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska as intended at its inception. Several corporations wi~i~ the private sector have indicated to us that given the opportunity to participate in the creation of a foundation fund as allowed through existing legislation for other educational institutes, they will be more than willing to contribute toward the long term growth and operation of the center. The creation of a foundation will insure that the center will not have to seek future funding from the Alaska State Legislature but will be able to 'deliver to all of the' children of Alaska an ongoing and lasting program of education in math, science and teclmology in a manner not available any where else in the State. Thank you for your consideration 9711 Ksnai Spur Hwy. Kenai, AK 99611 (907) 283-2000 Fax: 28:3.2279 .. Board of Directors · mail: gospace ~ akchallanger, org Websita: al<challenger, org I--El:l- 1;a-;aUU2 'I'UE 1U: Ub flFl UHflLLI:NUI:R .. Sec. 21.89.078. (Proposed Section Numbers) TAX CREDIT FOR GIffFS TO THE CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER OF ALASKA. (a) For cash contributions prequalified under (d) of this section and made for education programs to the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska, a taxpayer is allowed a credi~ against the Lax due under AS .2.1.09.2:10_ that is imposed on corporations doing business in the State of Alaska. (b) The amount of the credit allowed to a taxpayer under (a) of this section is the lesser of (1) an amount equal to (A) 50 percent of contributions of not more than $100,000; and (B) 100 percent of the next $100,000 of contributions; or (2) 50 percent of the taxpayers tax liability under this rifle. not (c) A contribution claimed by a taxpayer as a credit under this section may (1) be claimed as a credit under more than one provision of this ~itle; (2) when combined with credits'taken during the taxpayer's tax year under 43.20.01..4 , ~ 43.55~019 , AS 43.56.018, AS 43,65.0~8 , AS 43.75.018, or 43..7.7.045, exceed $150,000; or (3) be claimed as a credit unless the contribution qualifies for the credit under (d) of this section. (d) A taxpayer may not claim a contribution as a credit under (a) of this section unless the taxpayer applies to the director for prequalification of the contribution as a tax credit and receives written notice from the director that the contribution prequalifies for the tax credit described under this section. The director shall allow prequalified tax credits for contributions under this section in the order that the director receives applications by taxpayers and may not provide notice of prequalification if the taxpayers contribution would cause the total contributions made by all taxpayers during the calendar tax year to exceed $900,000. · Alaska Challenqer.C:ente~r For Space Science Technology, Inc. Resolution 2001-03 A RESOLUT]:ON OF THE BOARD OF DJ:RECTORS OF THE ALASKA CHALLENGER CENTER FOR SPACE SC[ENCE & TECHNOLOGY, ]:NC. CREATING THE CHALLENGER LEARN]:NG CENTER OF ALASKA FOUNDAT]:ON. Whereas, the Alaska Challenger Center for Space Science & Technology is fully recognized as a ~01(c)3 non-profit corporation by and in the State of Alaska, and Whereas, it is the responsibility of the Board of Directors to plan for ~e long term revenue sources necessary to funcl and operate the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska, and Whereas, the creation of a FoundaUon is recognized by the Board of Directors as a necessary element in establishment of a' sound financial organization, and Whereas, Foundations provide longeviL7 and emergency assistance to the organization and help .to ensure continued success in developing and operating capital facilities and program delivery, and Whereas, corporate contributors to the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska have indicated interest and willingness to participate in creating and funding The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation, Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Board of Directom of the Alaska Challenger Center for Space Science Technology, [nc. authorizes the creation of The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation. Be It Further Resolved that the Board of Directors creates a Foundation Committee that will consist of the President of the Board of Directors, Chairman of the Finance, Legal & Property committee, Execul~e Director, and four other board members appointed by the President and ratified by the Board of Directors. Adopted by the Board of Directors of the Alaska Challenger Center for Space Science & Technology, [nc. at the mee:ing of the Board at which a quorum was present on December 20, 2.001. Attest: - '~ ._-.-=4---"' / Mike Tart, Secretary KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION FEBRUARY 14, 2002 KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1- CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 10, 2002 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS Discussion --Airport Flyer/Mail Out Discussion-- 2002-2003 Goals and Objectives Discussion-- Marketing Discussion -- Customer Survey ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS Recommendation -- Special Use Permit/Rozak Engineering-- Remedial Action Plan on Behalf of Kenai Airport Fuel Service. ITEM 7: , , REPORTS ao Commission Chair Airport Manager City Council Liaison ITEM 8' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS ITEM 9' PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 10: INFORMATION ITEMS be C~ ITEM 11' Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agendas for January 16 and February 6, 2002. 1 /21 /02 T. M. Middendorf, Dowl Engineers letter regarding his recent visit to Kenai. Anchorage International Airport General Aviation Noise Reduction Tips. 2 / 1 / 02 DOT information release regarding Transportation Security Administration to map security procedures at selected airports nationwide. ADJOURNMENT KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION FEBRUARY 14, 2002 KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN HENRY KNACKSTEDT, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairman Knackstedt called the meeting to order at 7'09 p.m. and roll was confirmed as follows: Present: Absent: Others Present: Knackstedt and Elson Holloway, Bielfeld, Kleidon, Haralson, and Van Zee City Clerk Freas and Airport Manager Cronkhite Due to a lack of quorum, the meeting was closed at 7' 10 p.m. ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ~ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES --January 10, 2002 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS Discussion --Airport Flyer/Mail Out Discussion-- 2002-2003 Goals and Objectives Discussion-- Marketin§ Discussion -- Customer Survey ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS Recommendation-- Special Use Permit/Rozak Engineering-- Remedial Action Plan on Behalf of Kenai Airport Fuel Service. ITEM 7: REPORTS Commission Chair Airport Manager City Council Liaison ITEM 8: COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUF.~TIONS ITEM 9: PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 10: INFORMATION ITEMS b. Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agendas for January 16 and Februm3r 6, 2002. 1/21/02 T. M. Middendorf, Dowl Engineers letter regarding his recent visit to Kenai. Co ITEM 11' Anchorage International Airport General Aviation Noise Reduction Tips. 2/1/02 DOT information release regarding Transportation Security Administration to map security procedures at selected airports nationwide. ADJOURNMENT Carol L. Freas, City Clerk KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM FEBRUARY 5, 2002 6:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL ITEM 2' ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR ITEM 3: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 4: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- December 4, 2001 ITEM 5- PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 6- REPORTS a. Director Friends of the Library City Council Liaison ITEM 7- OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Proposed Renovation/Expansion ITEM 8: NEW BUSINESS ITEM 9' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/OUESTIONS ITEM 10' INFORMATION o Kenai City Council Action Agendas of January 2 and 16, 2002. ITEM 11' ADJOURNMENT KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM FEBRUARY 5, 2002 6:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN BOB PETERS, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Chairman Peters called the meeting to order at approximately 6:05 p.m. The roll was confirmed as follows' Commission Present: Commission Absent: Others Present: DeForest, Brown, Amen, Brenckle, and Peters Heus, Rodes City Clerk Freas, Public Works Manager La Shot, City Manager Snow, Library Director Jankowska, Councilman Moore and Architect Bill Kluge. ITEM 2: ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR MOTION: Commissioner Brown MOVED to elect Bob Peters as chair of the Commission and Commissioner Brenckle SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. MOTION: Commissioner Brenckle MOVED to elect Kathy Heus as vice-chair of the Commission. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3: AGENDA APPROVAL MOTION: Commissioner Brown MOVED to approve the agenda as presented and Commissioner Brenckle SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 4: APPROVAL OF MINUTES-- December 4,2001 MOTION: Commissioner Brown MOVED to approve the minutes as presented and Commissioner Brenckle SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 5' PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None. ITEM 6: REPORTS Director -- Director Jankowska reported the following items' · Noted former librarian Emily DeForest was recognized at the Chamber of Commerce awards banquet as one of the community's unsung heroes. · The library applied for and received a $1,300 interlibrary loan grant. · The library's budget for the 2002-2003 fiscal year was submitted to the finance director with a three percent (3%) increase from 'last year's 'budget request and included several computer replacements and a new conference table. She also noted, a new microfilm reader/printer was also included in her submitted budget, but not at the full price as the Friends of the Library would pay for a portion of the cost. dankowska suggested lobbying from the Commission may be helpful in securing some of the amounts requested. She will be applying for a state library grant by April 1 and will be preparing a collection development policy to submit with the grant application. She will bring the policy to the Commission for review at their March meeting. · Reviewed the February Library calendar and noted the Film Club was developing well with more people attending and there will be a free internet class, among other activities and events. There was approximately a 13% rise in circulation in January. 6-bo items' mailings. Friends of the Library-- Commission Brown reported the following A work session was held in order to work on the membership drive There were 215 people who signed in at December's open house. $13,489 was deposited in the building fund from raffle sales. Two new members of the Friends of the Library will be appointed at their meeting next week. 6-¢. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Moore reported the following: · At the February 6 council meeting, the City's Sewer Treatment Plant employees would be receiving an award from the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development. · PRISM will also be making a presentation at the next council meeting. ITEM 7: OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Proposed Renovation/Expansion Architect Bill Kluge reviewed the schematic drawings and construction cost estimate for the proposed library expansion, which were included in the Commission's packets. He noted an exterior rendering of the design was provided and that he tried to get as much square footage as possible within the $1 million budget. Though the estimate was determined at $1.2 million, Kluge stated he tried to keep the design as simple as possible and the only items he felt were extravagances is the $20,000-30,000 for the woodwork, which he included to incorporate the current building design. LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2002 PAGE 2 La Shot noted the $1 million was stated by council as the total amount allotted for the total project, however, with the estimate received, along with survey, architectural engineering, project contingency, possible utility upgrade, etc. costs, the total amount of the proposed design would be more in the range of $1.4 million. Kluge noted he tried to maximize the site and felt the second level would be the best approach. He noted, removing the second floor would lower the cost of the building, but would limit the time the library would have on that site as he felt the needs of the library would outgrow the site within ten years. Kluge stated he would modify the drawings by removing the second floor, but adding square footage to the footprint of a one-floor addition, at no charge, but suggested the city acquire a second construction cost estimate with the new plan. Discussion followed at which time City Manager Snow suggested the Commission request a joint work session with the city council to review the plans, discuss concerns, alternatives, etc. A question of whether the council meant $1 million as the total amount to be considered or if the $1 million would be for construction only, was discussed. Peters stated he understood $1 million was the maximum and that over that, a bond issue would have to go before the voters. He added, though the design was not what they wanted or needed, he thought it would be better to stay within the parameters, as he didn't think it would be advantageous to request more funds from the council. Brenckle asked if the project did not go forward this year, what would be the inflation increase and Kluge estimated it to be approximately an additional $30,000. He noted, the cost of the project would be determined by the bidding environment as the estimate was based on the high end of costs. La Shot stated he believed prices would be very competitive in the spring and next year as well. To lower the cost of the proposed expansion, Kluge suggested the following: · Eliminate the second floor. · Eliminate the two stairwells and the elevator ($25,000/stairwell and $55,000 / elevator) to the second floor and then close it off for future development (code would not allow for the second floor to be used for storage without having at least one stairwell and the elevator available for use). · If the second floor were eliminated, it could be added later (with appropriate foundation work already in place), however it would not be efficient construction or practicE. · The estimate includes parking lots and paving (approximately $3,200 for paving). Discussion followed in which Councilman Moore suggested a breakdown of costs be prepared with and without the secOnd story, elevator, etc., however include them as additive alternates. Peters suggested doing the construction in phases, like the ice LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2002 PAGE 3 rink. Kluge noted, consideration should be given to the needs ~of city hall in ten years and whether the library might be used as the city hall and a new library built. Snow again suggested requesting a joint work session with the council to discuss the project, suggested alternatives, etc. Brenckle asked whether they should wait for a second design before attending a joint work session with the council. DeForest stated she preferred going forward with the work session first. Peters requested Moore ask council to set a joint work session and have Kluge attend and make a presentation of the design and alternatives to decrease the cost. It was' also suggested, funding for a portion of the project may be available through a bond issue or grant funds. Brenckle noted, a written commitment for the $1 million would be required in order to acquire matching grant funds and it was suggested funding options should also be discussed with council. Moore stated he believed council would consider a written commitment and suggested members of the Friends be in attendance at the work session as well in order to have plehty of participation. La Shot and Kluge left at 6'50 p.m. ITEM 8' NEW BUSINESS -- None ITEM 9' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/QUESTIONS DeForest -- Likes the plan and hopes the council will give a commitment to increase their ability to acquire grant funding. Moore -- Will recommend the work session be held at 6:00 p.m. prior to a council meeting. Peters -- Thanked the Commission for their confidence in him in electing again as the Commission Chair. ITEM 10- INFORMATION 10-a. Kenai City Council Action Agendas of January 2 and 16, 2002. ITEM 11' ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Amen MOVED for adjournment. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:55 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by' Carol L. Freas, City Clerk LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2002 PAGE 4 KENAI PARKS/h RECREATION COMMISSION FEBRUARY 7, 2002 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. ITEM 1' ITEM 2: ITEM 3: ITEM 4: ITEM 5' a. ITEM 6: ITEM 7: ITEM 8' ITEM 9' ITEM 10: a. ITEM 11' AGENDA CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 3, 2002 PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Recreation Center Facility Discussion-- Section 36 Development (baseball, softball, BMX, skateboard, soccer) NEW BUSINESS REPORTS Commission Chair Director City Council Liaison COMMISSION QUF~TIONS & COMMENTS PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BP- H~'._~r) INFORMATION Council Action Agendas of January 2 and 16, 2002. Beautification Committee Minutes of January 8, 2002. ADJOURNMENT KENAI PARKS/h RECREATION COMMISSION FEBRUARY 7, 2002 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL Chairman Wisniewski called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Members Present: Baxter, Wisniewski, Steiner, Hultberg, Sandahl (7'04), Gifford (7:05) Members Absent: Castimore Others Present: Councilwoman Porter, Director Frates, Contract Secretary Roper ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL Director Frates requested to add "pole decorations" as a discussion item as Item 6-a and Commissioner Sandahl requested "a new bridge at the end of East End Trail" be added as Item 6-b. With those additions the agenda was approved as presented. ITEM 3- APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 3, 2002 Commissioner Sandahl requested a correction to Item 2 of the January 3, 2002 minutes, second paragraph, noting the Vice Chair is Jack Castimore. With no further corrections the minutes of January 3, 2002 were approved. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None ITEM 5- OLD BUSINESS -ae Discussion-- Recreation Center Facility Chairman Wisniewski noted, although this is a long-range item, it should remain on the agenda so that discussion would continue. A lengthy discussion followed regarding the current facility and the desire to expand the gym facilities. It was noted the Boys and Girls Club facility lease was up in 2006 and they are currently looking for a new location. Councilwoman Porter noted the Boys and Girls Club would have access to many grants for the purpose of purchasing a new facility and discussion had taken place with them purchasing the City's recreation center. It was noted that if it is the desire of the Boys and Girls Club to make the purchase, they would need to approach the City with their idea. Discussion took place on the Boys and Girls Club and the City Parks Department sharing programs. It was agreed a needs assessment was required and Frates would begin that process by providing user data to the Commission at the next meeting. This data will include a breakdown by user groups, ages, and seasonal activities. Discussion -- Section 36 Development (baseball, softball, BMX, skateboard, soccer) Frates provided an aerial view of Section 36, supplied by architect Peter Klauder. Frates also provided overlay pieces that were placed on the map that depicts locations for the BMX bike area, soccer fields, skateboard park, baseball and softball fields. This gave the Commission an idea of what the proposed sports complex area would look like. After discussion, it was decided Frates would take the ideas back to Klauder who will prepare a few options to consider. Frates stated Klauder was volunteering his services and that he had included money in the 2003 budget for the Project. ITEM 6: NEW BUSINF. SS Discussion -- Pole Decorations Commissioner Gilford stated she found some Christmas pole decorations on the interact and will have that information available at the next meeting. She also reported she met with Director Frates, Mari/yn Dimmick and Councilwoman Swarner to discuss replacing the current banners. The Beautification Committee will choose seven or eight designs at their Tuesday meeting. Once the designs are chosen, Frates will solicit some quotes to have them professionally made. It was noted the cost of the new banners would range between $140 to $160 each. Frates stated, if the number of designs were limited, the cost would be reduced. Commissioners were encouraged to attend the Beautification meeting on February 12th. Discussion -- Bridge at the end of East End Trail Sandahl reported two members of the community, Larry Porter and Jim Magee, had volunteered to build a bridge across the gully at the end of East End Trail if the materials are provided and City shop space is available for use. Frates reported many students use that area to access the golf course in the winter and they have reported how treacherous the crossing is. Frates stated the area would be reviewed in the spring and a cost estimate prepared for the materials. ITEM 7: REPORTS 7-a. Commission Chair -- Wisniewski asked if the brush hog work was Completed and Frates replied it was and noted the cost was minimal. 7-]). Director-- Frates reported the following: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 7, 2002 PAGE 2 Ice rink usage hours are increasing from 53 hours in December, 123 in January and it is already over 120 hours for February. · The department was very busy during the Peninsula Winter Games with basketball and hockey tournaments. · The company contracted to maintain the ice is doing a good job and there has been a lot of positive feedback. · The third annual broomball tournament is scheduled for Saturday, February 16~h. There are currently three teams signed up and the final number of teams should be six. · Debbie Sonberg will be at the next meeting to present her park development proposal. · A dance was held on February 1 and it was very successful with approximately 100 kids participating. ?-~. City Codicil Liai~on -- Porter reported the budget was in the review process at this time and if there are any additions, the Commission is encouraged to let Frates know. ITEM 8: COMMISSION QUESTIONS/h COMMENTS Commissioner Sandahl asked about the status of Cunningham Park and Frates provided a current report from State Parks. Frates noted severe Beaver Loop residents are adamantly opposed to any further development in that area. Commissioner Gifford requested the Christmas pole decorations be removed by January 15~ of each year and Frates stated he would put it on the schedule. Commissioner Hultberg stated he met with Kelly Wolf regarding Ryan's Creek. Hultberg reported Wolf has a restoration crew who would come in and clean up the creek and remove all debris. After the clean-up, the City could look at placing park benches, etc., in the area. Hultberg indicated Wolf would be contacting Frates. ITEM 9: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None ITEM 10: INFORMATION 10-a. 10-b. ITEM 11: Council Action Agendas of January 2 and 16, 2002. Beautification Committee Minutes of January 8, 2002. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Gifford MOVED for adjournment. ORDERED. There were no objections. SO PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 7, 2002 PAGE 3 The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Minutes recorded and transcribed by: Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 7, 2002 PAGE 4 Kenai Recreation Center 227 Caviar Street Kenai, AK 99611 Att'n Bob Frates Dianna Hollers-Chairman POB 3184 Kenai, AK 99611 Sir: This letter is to request of the Kenai Recreation Center on the night of 20th May 2002 for the Skyview High School 'After Graduation Party'. This event will be fully parent chaperoned with parent committees performing all set-up and after party clean-up responsibilities. The function will start at 10:30 PM and end at 03:00 AM with doors locked and no admittance af[er 12:00 Midnight. We request the Kenai City Counsel to allow this usage free-of-charge, as all work will be volunteer and non-profit. Our goal is to provide a safe and fun activity for the graduating seniors on their last oppommity to be together as a class. The party will be hosted by the 'Graduating Senior Parents Committee' of which I am acting chairman. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Sincerely, / i M~fanna Hollers '262-7783 Kenai Recreation Center Attn: Scott On behalf of the Senior class of 2002, and the after graduation committee, I would like to ask the City of Kenai and the recreation staff for the use of the Rec Center on May 16th, from 11:00 p.m. to 4:00 A.M. We would also like to ask that the center waive the user fee, as we have very limited funds. Upon approval, I would like to correspond with you about dec°rating plans, etc. Thank you Connie Shinn 283-6272 (Wk) 283-6767 (Hm) CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS February 13, 2002 - 7:00 p.m. 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. e *APPROVAL OF MINUTES' a. *January 23, 2002 3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT- 4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS' 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 6. OLD BUSINESS' 7. NEW BUSINESS' a. *PZ02-1 O--Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)--For the property known as Lot 1, Block 2, Peck Subdivision (414 Haller Street). ApplicatiOn submitted by Tina M. Kivi- Gage, 414 Haller Street, Kenai, Alaska. b. *PZ02-1 l~Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)--For the property known as Lot 13, Block F, Woodland Subdivision (501 Ash Avenue). Application submitted by Amber J. Gomez, 501 Ashe Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. c. PZ-02-12~Transfer of Conditional Use Permit (Head Start Program Building)~For the property known as Lot 4A, Block 1, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park (120 North Willow Street). Application submitted by Kenaitze Indian Tribe I.R.A., P.O. Box 988, Kenai, Alaska. 8. PENDING ITEMS' 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT: a. Annual Code Violations Report 10. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. Zoning Bulletin (1/25/2002) b. KPB Plat Committee Action (1/28/2002) 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 14. ADJOURNMENT: WORK SESSION IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING REGULAR MEETING CITY OF KENAI PLANNING ~ ZONING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 13, 2002 - 7:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN RON GOECKE, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1. CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at 7'00 p.m. 1-a Roll Call Members Present: Bryson, Goecke, Nord, Osborne Members Absent: Glick, Erwin Others Present- Councilman Bannock, City Planner Kebschull, Plannin§ Assistant Carver, Contract Secretary Roper 1-b. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Nord MOVED to approve the agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 1-c. Consent Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the consent agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Osborne SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 2' APPROVAL OF MINUTES--January 23, 2002 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 PZ02-10---Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)~For the property known as Lot 1, Block 2, Peck Subdivision (414 Haller Street). Application submitted by Tina M. Kivi-Gage, 414 Haller Street, Kenai, Alaska. Approved by consent agenda. 7-bo PZ02-11--Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)~For the property known as Lot 13, Block F, Woodland Subdivision (501 Ash Avenue). Application submitted by Amber J. Gomez, 501 Ashe Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Approved by consent agenda. PZ-02-12---Transfer of COnditional Use Permit (Head Start Program Building)--For the property known as Lot 4A, Block 1, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park (120 North Willow Street). Application submitted by Kenaitze Indian Tribe I.R.A., P.O. Box 988, Kenai, Alaska. MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve PZ02-12 and Commissioner Osborne SECONDED the motion. Kebschull explained, in the annual reporting process, it was discovered the transfer of the conditional use permit did not take place as required. This application is to assure the necessary transfer is made. VOTE: Bryson Yes Erwin Absent Glick Absent Nord Yes Osborne Yes Vacant Goecke Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 8' PENDING ITEMS -- None ITEM 9' CODE ENFORCEMENT Annual Code Violations Report Commissioner Goecke noted the annual code violations report was included in the meeting packet. ITEM 10: REPORTS PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 13, 2002 PAGE 2 10-a. City Council- Councilman Bannock provided a report on the meeting held on February 6, 2003. 10-b. Borough Planning- Commissioner Bryson reported on the meetings held on January 28 and February 11, 2002. 10-c. Administration- Kebschull reported the following: · Introduced Nancy Carver the Planning Assistant and explained Carver would cover for Kebschull at the Planning and Zoning meetings as necessary. Out of the 40 conditional use permits, there was only one needing to be finalized. Efforts to contact the permit holder have been difficult and the attorney recommended a thirty-day letter be sent. If there is no response, the revocation process will begin. · Commissioner Glick and Nord will accompany her and Carver to the March 1,t planning seminar in Anchorage. · The next comprehensive plan public meeting will be held on March 23rd at the Senior Center. ITEM 11: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None ITEM 12: INFORMATION ITEMS 12-ao 12-b. Zoning Bulletin (1 / 25 / 2002) KPB Plat Committee Action ( 1 / 28 / 2002) ITEM 13: COMMISSION COMMENTS & ~UESTIONS Commissioner Osborne recommended more effort be made to clear the snow from the sidewalks. ITEM 14: ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED for adjournment. ORDERED. There were no objections. SO The meeting adjourned at 7'21 p.m. Minutes recorded and transcribed by: Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 13, 2002 PAGE 3 Dustin Aaronson, m.a. 11087 Frontage Rd. Kenai, AK 99611 City of Kenai Mayor ~[ohn Williams 210 Fidalgo Ave., Ste. 200 Kenai, AK 9961I February 12, 2002 Dear Mayor Williams: I want to thank you for appointing me to the planning & zoaing commission. I have enjoyed being involved and am certain Kenai will continue to flourish. Unfortunately, I have to resign the appointment effective immediately. Opportunities and circumstances have arose that will not allow me to continue. Thanks so much for your contribution to Kenai'and your u'ust in me. Sincerely, Dustin Aaronson, m.a. cc: Carol Freas, City Clerk D~TE: CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE.. SUITE 200 KENAI. 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WHAT BACKGROUND, EXPERIENCE,' OR CREDENTIALS DO YOU POSSESS TO BRING TO THE BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE MEMBERSH. , . gnature KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 12, 2002 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS '**AGENDA"' ITEM 1' ITEM 2' , ITEM 3' ITEM 4' ITEM 5: ao ITEM 6. ITEM 7: a. ITEM 8: ,, , ITEM 9' a. ITEM 10: CALL TO ORDER &, ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 8, 2002 PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD OLD BUSINESS Discussion-- Banners NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Summer Watering REPORTS Committee Chair Parks & .Recreation Director Kenai City Council Liaison 0UESTIONS AND COMMENTS INFORMATION Parks & Recreation' Commission Meeting Minutes of January 3, 2002 City Council Action Agendas of January 2 and 16, 2002. ADJOURNMENT KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 12, 2002 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CHAIR MARILYN DIMMICK, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL Chairman Dimmick called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The roll was taken and confirmed as follows: Members Present: Members Absent: Non-Voting Members Absent: Others Present: Dimmick, Tunseth, Brown, Rogers, Hett Nelson Overturf Councilwoman Swarner, Parks & Recreation Director Frates, Department Assistant Harris ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL Dimmick requested the addition of cement circle planting designs to be added to Item 6. The agenda was approved with the addition. ITEM 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- January 8, 2002 A correction to Items land 2 (Hansen to be changed to Rogers) was requested. minutes were approved with the suggested corrections. The ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS ,,, 5-a. Discussion-- Banners The Committee spoke at length regarding banner themes, designs and types of craftsmanship. The Committee agreed on the following themes and designs' -- 10 Moose (a), 2 Moose (b) -- 10 Iris --10 Fine Arts eagle print -- 10 Beluga Whale -- 10 Salmon --2 Russian Orthodox Church --2 Raven (or other culturally relevant design) --2 Fireweed --2 Caribou MOTION' Member Rogers MOVED to approve the designs as discussed and Member Hett SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. MOTION: Member Hett MOVED to approve the sewn appliqufi method of craftsmanship. Member Brown SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 6' NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Summer Watering The Committee chose to abstain from discussion of this topic. '5-b. Cement Planters -- The Committee discussed the upcoming planting schedule and desired contents of the cement planters. Dimmick provided the Committee with blank forms representing the cement planters and requested each member to provide a draft of what they would like. Councilwoman Swarner provided last year's flower list as a guide. ITEM 7: REPORTS Committee Chair-- No report 7-bo Parks/h Recreation Director-- No report 7-c. Kenai City Council Liaison -- Councilwoman Swamer informed the Committee of a suggested ordinance that would allow up to two members on city commissions and committees {excluding Planning and Zoning) to be nonresidents of the City of Kenai. 'Swarner also noted that Committee Member Buffington had resigned. With the change in the membership requirements, Overturfs name could be forwarded for consideration and appointment as a voting member to the Committee. ITEM 8: QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS Committee members Hett and Rogers stated they would not be attending the March meeting. ITEM 9: INFO~TION Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of January 3, 2002 City Council Action Agendas of January 2 and 16, 2002. BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 12, 2002 PAGE 2 ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT .. The meetin§ adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Minutes prepared and transcribed by: Sharon M. Harris, Department Assistant BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 12, 2002 PAGE 3 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www.ci.kenai.ak.us ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER , 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. Agenda Approval 4. Consent Agenda *Ail items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non- controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. ITEM B: , SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes) , Ed Flanagan,~Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development -- Present the SHARP Award/Wastewater Treatment Plant Personnel. . David Burnett, AAI/Engineering Support, Inc. -- Pacific Rim Institute of Safety and Management/2001 in Review. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS , Resolution No. 2002-08 -- Awarding the Bid to Eagle Enterprises, Inc. for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Firefi§htin§ for the Total Amount of $70,299.04. , Resolution No. 2002-09 -- Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Travel Agency Concession Agreement for the Kenai Municipal Airport. . *2002 Liquor License Renewals -- George's Casino Bar-- Beverage Dispensary Upper Deck-- Beverage Dispensary Mr. D's-- Beverage Dispensary Alaskalanes -- Recreational Site ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS Xe Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission -1- , 5. 6. 7. ITEM E: .. , ITEM F: ITEM G: ITEM H: o . e , o , , 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 January 16, 2002. *Work Session Notes of January 4, 2002. *Work Session Notes of January 16, 2002. CORRESPONDENCE OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 *Ordinance No. 1947-2002 -- Amending KMC 23.55.050 to Make Part- Time Employees Eligible for Salary Step Increases Based on Longevity and Satisfactory Performance and Amending the Salary Structure Table to Delete a Separate Part-Time Hourly Schedule and Incorporate It Into the Regular Salary Structure Table. *Ordinance No. 1948-2002 -- Amending KMC 1.90.030, Changing the Qualifications for the Beautificahon Committee, Harbor, Parks and Recreation, and Library Commissions to Allow Up to Two Members Each to be Non-Residents of the City of Kenai. *Ordinance No. 1949-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $7,500 in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund fOr the Purchase of a Range for the Airport Terminal Restaurant. *Ordinance No. 1950-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and ApprOpriations by $1,290 in the General Fund Library Department for a State Grant. Approval-- Change Order No. 3/Kenai Airport ARFF/SRE Facility-- Lighting Changes for the Amount of $5,051.00. Approval-- Termination of Leases/James H. Doyle/Gusty #4, Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 3 and Gusty #5, Lot 4A, Block 3. -2- , Discussion-- Conditional Use Permit/Certificate of Compliance Yearly Report ReqUirements. 10. Discussion-- Industry/City Businesses Breakfast 11. Discussion -- SB 231/Authorization to Lease Correctional Facility Space with Municipalities. ITEM I: REPORT OF THE MAYOR ITEM J: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager 2. Attorney 3. City Clerk ITEM K: DISCUSSION . 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council EXECUTIVE sESSION- None Scheduled ITEM L: ADJOURNMENT -3- KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www.ci.kenai.ak.us MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams ca/led the meeting to order at approximately 7'14 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building. A-X. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. A-2. ROLL CALL Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Porter and Jackman. Present were' Williams, Bookey, Swarner, Moore, Absent was: Bannock A-3. AGENDA APPROVAL MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the agenda as presented and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. A-4. 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. Ed Flanagan, Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development -- Present the SHARP Award/Wastewater Treatment Plant Personnel. Richard Mastriano, Director of Labor Standards and Safety, presented the SHARP award, on behalf of the Governor and Commissioner, to Public Works Manager Komelis and Fred Macvie, STP Operator at the Kenai Wastewater Treatment Facility. Mastriano noted the Kenai facility was recognized as the first program to achieve the KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 2 SHARP award in August, 1999, the facility was re-certified in October, 2000 and had now received the award again. David Burnett, AAI/Engineering Support, Inc. -- Pacific R/m Institute of Safety and Management/2001 in Review. Burnett reviewed the information included in the packet, including a schedule of courses to be offered in the next six months, an update of past activities, and future goals. He noted the following: PRISM is a registered postsecondary school in Alaska. PRISM Firefighter I and Firefighter II courses are Alaska and internationally certified. · EMT I and II courses are nationally certified. · The facility has received Coast Guard approval for instruction of marine safety classes. Theft students have been from Alaska and Canada to Colorado. · ESI has invested approximately $260,000 to engineer and construct the exterior fire propeller. They are now developing a Coast Guard approved marine basic safety and advanced firefighting curriculum. · They have developed an industrial fundamental rigging class provided to Unocal, Peak Oilfield Services, etc. They are planning an expansion of a building to house all the rigging, scaffolding, etc. classes. · Their financial projections for 2002 is $875,000. with approximately 2,200 students. They look to the City of Kenai for continued support. Burnett also noted there would be several items they would bring to council's attention during the preparation of the city's 2002-2003 budget. Because of the costs involved in hiring instructors for their classes and that PRISM was built as a partnership between the city and ESI, Bumett suggested it would be advantageous for personnel from the Kenai Fire Department to help instruct classes at the facility as there are personnel from other state fire departments who teach. He noted, currently there were no city personnel teaching classes at the facility and requested the city's help. It was noted the facility's budget requests to the city had not yet been submitted to city administration and Bumett was requested to do so in order for the information to be reviewed early into 'the budget preparation. Bookey stated he was impressed with the information received and discussions he recently had with Bumett and urged as much support from the city as possible. Moore questioned the instructor situation from the city and Bumett explained it would KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 3 be advantageous to have the use of their professionalism and expertise, noting the city's use of the facility is flee, and their involvement is marketing for the facility. Fire Chief Walden explained the Department does use the facility; have had students enrolled in classes; and have not had a request for personnel to instruct for at least six months. City Manager Snow added, a prioritized list of budgetary concerns had been requested by the Airport Manager in order to include them in the airport's draft budget, but had not yet been received. Williams noted, the development of the PRISM facility in Kenai was developed because the use of the facility would be an economic boost to the community through room rentals, restaurant patronage, etc. In reviewing the information included in the packet, he estimated approximately $150,000 in revenue was received through hotel/motel rentals. In regard to instructors, Williams proposed that all Fire Department personnel be encouraged to become certified instructors which would enhance the Fire Department, the school, etc. In becoming certified, the city's personnel would be able to teach all the courses, operate all the equipment, and work through the fire training school. He added, any concerns of conflicts of interest should be set aside and work toward the training of the city personnel as instructors. Bookey agreed and added, he believed anything the city and council could do to enhance the training facility, should be done. Snow stated she felt all were in agreement, were working together, and thanked council for their words of encouragement. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS C-I. Resolution No. 2002-08 -- Awarding the Bid to Eagle Enterprises, Inc. for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Firefighting for the Total Amount of $70,299.04. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2002-08 and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. It was noted, previously there had been a mandate to obsolete this type of equipment in 15 years, however the new equipment had no obsolescence date. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 4 C-2o Resolution No. 12002-09 -- Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Travel Agency Concession Agreement for the Kenai Municipal Airport. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2002-09 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE': There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-3o 2002 Liquor License Renewals -- George's Casino Bar-- Beverage Dispensary Upper Deck-- Beverage Dispensary Mr. D's-- Beverage Dispensary Alaskalanes-- Recreational-Site Approved by consent agenda. ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS D-1. Council on Aging -- Swarner reported the notes of Aging's last meeting were included in the packet and she reported on the conference she had attended with the Center's Director. She added, there had been a lengthy discussion regarding the development of an assisted living facility and what the seniors could do to bring more attention to their concerns, including funding options. Swarner noted a needs assessment had been completed during the summer, however the findings were not positive. Williams stated the city needed to determine what its involvement should be in regard to such a facility and suggested partnerships could be explored between the city and a private operator. It was also suggested the council support the seniors' efforts in compilation of information and encourage them to bring that information forward. D-2. Airport Commission -- Jackman reported the minutes of the January 10 meeting were included in the packet. She noted, the Commission recommended purchase of requested kitchen equipment replacement and discussed marketing of the airport. Discussion followed regarding the replacement of the restaurant range. Bookey suggested perhaps it should be the renter's responsibility to replace the equipment and administration was requested to contact the manufacturer for repair' personnel to KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 5 investigate the problems with the range prior to the February 20 meeting in order to better determine whether the equipment needs replacing or could be repaired. D-3. Harbor Commission -- Bookey reported there were no topics of discussion for the re~larly scheduled, meeting of February 11 and requested the meeting be cancelled. There were no objections from council. D-4. Library Commission -- Moore reported a meeting was held on February 5 at which time Bob Peters and Kathy Heus were re-elected as chair and vice chair of the Commission; it was also noted there was a 13% increase in book circulation in January; and the Commission reviewed schematics of the proposed library expansion with Architect Kluge and Public Works Manager La Shot. The Commission requested a work session be scheduled with council to review the schematics, cost estimate and discuss alternatives. Council set a work session for 6:00 p.m., February 20, immediately prior to the council meeting. It was noted Katherine Amen had expressed interest in continuing on the Library Commission, but would be resigning at the end of the summer due to leaving for college. There were no objections in continuing her term on the Commission. D-5. Parks/k Recreation Commission -- Porter reported a meeting would be held on February 7. 9-6. Planning/h Zoning Commission -- No report. D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees D-7a. Beautification Committee -- Swarner reported a meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, February 12, 2002. D-Tb. Kenai Convention/h Visitors Bureau Board-- Bookey reported a meetin§ was held on Monday, February 4 at which election of officers was conducted and a discussion was held on the bed tax issue. Bookey added, the Board would first discuss the matter at the borou§h level and work toward §ettin§ the tourist industry to support the issue. - D-7c. Alaska Municipal League Report -- Williams noted a copy of the "Citizens Information Kit" was included in the packet and suggested the information would be of interest for local radio programs and newspaper articles.. BREAK TAKEN: 8:20 P.M. BACK TO ORDER: 8:42 P.M. ITEM E: MIRUTES ,, E-lo Regular Meeting of January 16, 2002 -- Approved by consent a§enda. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 6 E-2o E-3o Work Session Notes of January 4, 2002 -- Approved by consent a§enda. Work Session Notes of January 16, 2002 -- Approved by consent a§enda. ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE-- None. ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS-- None. ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS H-lo Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to pay the bills and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. H-2o Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the purchase orders exceeding $2,500 and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. H-3o Ordinance No. 1947-2002 -- Amending KMC 23.55.050 to Make Part- Time Employees Eligible for Salary Step Increases Based on Longevity and Satisfactory Performance and Amending the Salary Structure Table to Delete a Separate Part-Time Hourly Schedule and Incorporate It Into the Regular Salary Structure Table. Introduced by consent agenda. Ordinance No. 1948-2002 -- Amending KMC 1.90.030, Changing the Qualifications for the Beautification Committee, Harbor, Parks and Recreation, and Library Commissions to Allow Up to Two Members Each to be Non-Residents of the City of Kenai. Introduced by consent agenda. i-5o Ordinance No. 1949-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $7,500 in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund for the Purchase of a Range for the Airport Terminal Restaurant. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 7 Introduced by consent agenda. Ordinance No. 1950-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $1,290 in the General Fund Library Department for a State Grant. Introduced by consent agenda. H-7o Approval-- Change Order No. 3/Kenai Airport ARFF/SRE Facility-- Lighting Changes for the Amount of $5,051.00. Public Works Manager La Shot reported the determination to change the lighting was made since the construction of the building began and it was believed the change would improve the quality of the lighting in the building. MOTION: Councilwoman Porter MOVED for approval of the change order in the amount of $5,051.00 and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. H-8o Approval-- Termination of Leases/James H. Doyle/Gusty//4, Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 3 and Gusty//5, Lot 4A, Block 3. It was noted Mr. Doyle was reducing his business and was no longer in need of the leased area. MOTION: Councilwoman Swamer MOVED'to approve the termination of lease with James H. Doyle with regard to the six lots in Gusty Subdivision. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Discussion -- Conditional Use Permit/Certificate of Compliance Yearly Report Requirements. Bookey explained he requested the issue be brought back to council for review as he thought the method of determining whether conditional use permits were active and in compliance was too cumbersome and time consuming. He added, the request for sales and property tax compliance certificates had no bearing on a conditional use and is a borough function and whether there is water/sewer payments due, lease payments due, etc. was information the Finance Department could answer. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 8 Bookey requested the system be re-evaluated and simplify the form so that the permit holder can fill it out in five minutes and return it. It was also noted the form needed a signature line for the permit holder to sign. Porter suggested there should be two reports; an initial one completed when first applying for a conditional use permit and the other a yearly report with the permit holder's name, mailing address, whether they are still operating within the permit. She added, the ordinance states "to provide for an annual report summarizing on-site activities for the year" and it did not say providing the sales tax, business license number, etc. and only a summary of the on-site activities for the year was needed. Porter stated, she agreed with Bookey the form was cumbersome on a yearly basis. She requested administration to reconsider the information requested for the yearly report. Snow noted, the requested information discussed in the ordinance, was thought to be efficient at the time and suggested administration check the other items of information required on the form prior to marling it to the permit holder and then have the holder do the initial and annual reports. Doing this would not require a change to the ordinance. Swarner suggested that if the form is changed, the ordinance would not need to be changed. Snow stated she was needing clarification from council whether they wanted to amend the portion of the ordinance that requires the yearly sales and property tax information, etc. She asked if council wanted to no longer require that information or continue requiring the information, but have administration do it. Porter stated she would prefer having administration fill in that information. Bookey stated he had no problem in making further contacts with permit holders who the city has found in their research not to be in compliance with taxes or owing lease payments, etc. He requested changes be made to the form and returned to council for review prior to implementing it. Moore requested the city's fax number be included on the form, as well as a signature line for the permit holder. Williams requested administration review the ordinance and bring back suggested changes, if any, with the revised form. Nick Miller -- Explained he has had a small business in Kenai for 22 years which requires a conditional use permit. When he received' the form, he also wondered what the purpose was for it and agrees there are people who may not be complying with the permit. However, he believed some of the information requested duplicates what the borough requires and the compliance certificate from the borough would include property, etc. that has nothing to do with the business that uses the permit. He suggested the form ask if they are still in business and whether they are in compliance. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 9 Porter explained the city was issuing conditional use permits which are open-ended and there was no way to know whether the permit holder was still in business. The ordinance was designed to monitor the permit use. She agreed the current form was too cumbersome and suggested a check off list (is your permit still in use, have you expanded the business, etc.). Barry Eldridge, 2679 Bowpicker Lane, Kenai -- Stated he also thought the form duplicated the borough's responsibility and agreed it is necessary to know whether the permit is still in use, paying taxes, etc. Eldridge suggested the report be required every three years instead of annually. H-10. Discussion-- Industry/City Businesses Breakfast Williams reminded council how successful the last breakfast theY had with members of area industries was and suggested another breakfast be held, this time including members from area businesses as well. Council had no objections and suggested invitations be sent to members of the tourist industry, ERA Aviation, bankers and lenders, Carr's, Kmart, Three Bears, industrial supply companies, the hospital, and local Native organization representatives. Council selected March 8 at 7'00 a.m. at the Merit Inn and an alternate date as March 5. H-11. Discussion -- SB 231/Authorization to Lease Correctional Facility Space with Municipalities. Williams referred to a copy of the bill which was included in the packet. He noted, the current wording of the bill referred only to seven boroughs who may enter into agreements with the state to expand or construct new correctional facilities. Williams explained, because the Kenai Peninsula Borough may not want to get involved in an expansion of the Wildwood Correctional Facility, and because the City of Kenai has the ability to issue revenue bonds for projects that promote economic development in and around the city, he would like to request Senator Green, the maker of the bill, to amend the bill and add the City of Kenai as a municipality with which the state could enter into an agreement, if the borough does not wish to be involved. Attorney Graves was requested to write the letter for Mayor Williams' signature and prepare a resolution in support of the bill for the next meeting. Williams noted, before entering into a binding contract, a feasibility report will be prepared to discuss the ' effect the addition of beds to the Wildwood facility would have on the community, costs, infrastructure, etc. ITEM !....:.. REPORT OF THE MAYOR -- Mayor Williams reported on the following matters: · There were problems with the lighting system at the multipurpose facility. Public Works Manager La Shot reported time had already been scheduled for the repair. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 10 · There were several scale models of platforms, etc. that had been presented to the college which were now being stored away. He noted he had not yet discussed the matter with the college, but thought they might be placed in the same area in the airport where the large oil platform was currently situated. Swarner suggested there could be a problem as there were now some toys placed in that area. Airport Manager Cronkhite noted an art committee of the airport had been formed and they could discuss the matter more closely. She added, they were reviewing cultural and industrial displays for the Whole terminal. ITEM J: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS J-1. City ManaEer-- City Maria§er Snow reviewed the memorandum included in the packet and noted the followin§: · A teleconference was held with the Department of Fish & Game and city representatives to discuss potential solutions in providing environmental protection to the south side of the river during the dip net fishery. Snow stated a number of mitigating solutions were discussed, i.e. construction of a facility to control access, provide parking, waste disposal, fee collection, emergency operation, etc. Fish & Game requested additional information, i.e. maps, aerial photos, etc. to examine the issue further, however indicated construction of a facility would not be likely due to permitting concerns. No solutions were determined during the discussion, but the Sports Fish Division representative indicated he would take steps to increase their enforcement and education programs related to the fishery, i.e. requesting additional funding for supplying leaflets, etc. · The downstairs remodel project Was almost complete and employees had been discussing changes that might be undertaken for an upstairs remodel, in order to create the most efficient and beneficial use of the upstairs space. Considerations in developing a plan included productivity, efficiency, morale, privacy, etc. Primarily the plan would include the addition of some walls and possibly one or two windows. She added, the project was estimated at approximately $20,000 and the work should be able to be completed by the end of the fiscal year and within the Buildings Repair.& Maintenance budget. Snow added, if council agreed with the approach and plan (suggested plan was included in the packet), they would proceed with the project and if not, she requested direction and/or suggestions. · She would be out of town from February 7-11 and in her absence, the Finance Director would be the Acting City Manager. · Department head reports would be included in the packet of the second meetings of the month. However, the department heads were available for questions at any time. A lengthy discussion followed regarding the upstairs remodel. Comments included: The cost of the upstairs renovation was estimated at $20,000 KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 11 · The renovation estimate didn't include furnishings, equipment for the new office area, and didn't include public bathroom upgrades requested by council or lighting upgrades (lighting was planned prior to the renovation project). · No costs for furnishings was included in the upstairs remodel estimated cost. Bookey asked if the heating and ventilation concerns would be addressed in this project and how much more electrical work would have to be done. He added, he was concerned the city would be in a deficit mode before the end of the year and didn't want to take on projects that may not be necessary, which he felt the renovation was not a major necessity and would not support the project. Snow explained, the heating and ventilation study was a separate project and initially it was intended to be included as one capital project. She added, it was her understanding the renovation work would not affect the heating and ventilation. Snow continued, she agreed .it was a difficult part of the council's job to investigate different options and where to spend money. However, the repair and maintenance of buildings is very important and as changes are made, there is a definite need to keep up the maintenance and repair. There were some efficiency, morale, personnel issues that she felt, made it important the changes be made and that was why the issue was brought forward. She noted, the funding was available in the budget to do the work. Bookey stated he felt the project was new construction and not repair and maintenance and felt $20,000 could be spent more effectively than this project. Moore stated he felt offices were necessary especially when dealing with personnel issues and suggested some privacy for the department heads if a rearrangement was going to be made in the upstairs area. Porter suggested the Finance Director's area be walled in, but didn't agree with adding other walls and felt the conference table now in the Public Works area could be moved to the space that will be left vacant after the Clerk's office is moved. She added, she was also concerned about the estimated cost of the project and understood that if those funds were taken from the current balance in repair and maintenance, it would leave only approximately $20,000 for other items that may come up prior to the end of the fiscal year. She suggested that if administration finds there would be a surplus left in that budget by the first of June, then perhaps the issue should be returned to council for discussion. Jackman agreed with Bookey the project would be new construction and thought the downstairs area should be completed and maybe at a later date discuss the upstairs or make changes to the upstairs in steps. Swarner asked if additional electrical work would be needed in the copy room and La Shot answered, there would be work needing to be done, but those costs had been included in the $20,000 estimate. Swarner stated she appreciated the employees' input, but was also reluctant to go forward with the work at this time. She agreed that if there was a surplus left in the KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 12 repair and maintenance budget in June, then perhaps go forward with the project and in the meantime, make changes that would have no costs to them. Swarner stated she had un~ierstood the cost of upgrading the public restrooms had been included in the budget and would like to see the Ventilation and heating upgraded before adding walls. Snow requested clarification to be sure of council's direction' · Council would prefer to look at the project in May or June when having a better idea of how much money would be available in this year's budget. · Swarner requested administration prioritize what they would like to do first and then go down the list. · Council agreed the Accountant needed walls around her area due to the personnel issues dealt with at that desk Discussion continued in regard to the project. The following concerns were expressed' That the upstairs project would be contracted out by the city in parts, as the project was downstairs, and not bid. · The building was originally built with the concept of open work areas, however in current management studies, morale, productivity, efficiencies, etc. are higher with more private work areas, as well as an increase in customer service. · Because .of the small percentage of times the Accountant needs privacy to discuss confidential personnel issues, garnishments, deferments, etc., one of the conference rooms should be used during those times. Support for putting walls around the Finance Director and Accountant was given, except the cost for placing a window in the Accountant's work area would be too expensive (unless the window space could be cut by city personnel and the cost for walls and doors for two offices can be kept under $5,000). Consensus was reached that walls be placed for the Finance Director's office and bring issue back at budget for further discussion. Porter requested a follow-up meeting be scheduled with Fish & Game in regard to the south side of the river. She suggested that if Fish & Game cannot help solve the problem (and not by passing out leaflets} she wanted to close the beach during the dip net fishery. Williams noted that would be very difficult to do. Snow added, they had already explained to Fish & Game representatives that the city would be investigating ways to close the access and it was her understanding there is no way to do that. Attorney Graves explained, the access road to the beach is a section line easement and is controlled by the State and it would be very difficult to eliminate the easement and would require the State's consent, unless an alternative access was available. Graves added, beyond the high water mark, under the public trust doctrine, there is a public access easement and measures could be taken to restrict vehicular traffic, but that would probably be the limit of control the city would have. Porter KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 13 stated she would prefer people walking onto the beach instead of driving, in order to protect the dunes, etc. Graves stated that was something the city could investigate. Snow added, she agreed prohibiting vehicular access would be excellent, but it wouldn't stop the sanitation problems on the beach and could make it worse. Snow was requested to request a follow-up meeting. Porter stated she spoke with Assemblyman Popp who stated, that after the city decides how it wants to proceed, the Borough would support the city. · Swarner stated she appreciated the Fire Department's monthly report for the first part of January. · Bookey stated he received many phone calls in regard to the brush burning that had been done recently. Though there were weather problems, etc., he hoped more consideration is put to them than a normal burning permit in the future, i.e. have equipment on site to put out the fires, etc. Swarner asked if the permit holder was billed for the hours worked by the city to put the fire out and Snow answered, no because the permittee was in compliance with the terms of the permit. Fire Chief Walden added, stipulations on the bum permit were more stringent as eight additional criteria were added, i.e. 24-hour watch and phone contact ability, as well as heavy equipment and heavy equipment operators at the Fire Department's disposal. He reported, the permittee complied entirely, and it was his understanding the fires were at the end stage of the bum when the weather changed. Bookey stated the owner of the project told him the construction company was out of the project and would be brought back on an as-needed basis. He added, he wanted fans on future fires of this type in order to keep the fires hot enough to keep smoke levels down. Bookey asked if anything had changed in regard to airport parking in front of the terminal. Airport Manager Cronkhite reported some of the cones had been removed; they are continuing to work with the public; they are still in the process of getting a traffic consultant to help with design of traffic flow; they are still encouraging people to drop off in front of the terminal and park parallel to the sidewalk, etc. Bookey asked for the FAA rules and regulations for parking. Cronkhite stated she would only be able to include the rule requiring parking 300 feet out in front of the terminal and that they were not implementing that because the city airport is small enough that the FAA is not yet cracking down on that rule and she .believed, until they get to issuing rules for airports of this size, some changes may be made. Cronkhite added, they are taking prudent measures because the federal government had not yet made significant written determinations to airports that are enplaning into aircraft of less than 60 passenger seats just as ERA Aviation is taking prudent measures with the random search they are doing. Bookey stated he hoped some form of normalcy would return by spring. · Bookey noted some concerns with gate accesses to the airport. Cronkhite explained, their priority is security and she has convinced the FAA to award discretionary funding to replace all the gates as they have been a problem since they KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 14 were first installed. Cronkhite added, the new gates would require a card to open and that they wanted to be able to secure the airport to curtail vandalism, etc. as well. · Swarner asked if there was any interest noted for the gift shop area in the airport terminal. Cronkhite stated no, the current restaurant lessee has several more months to exercise their option to utilize the space for an espresso/gift shop. · Swarner asked if city departments would be involved in the snowmobile safety class recently advertised in the paper and it was noted the Fire Marshal was part of that group. Swarner asked Police Chief Moms if the city was citing unlicensed snowmobile drivers and Morris answered, if they are on the roadway and they are not licensed, they can be cited and some are. · Moore noted the fence in the back part of the airport is down. Cronkhite stated she has requested funding from the FAA for fence repair money along with the gate replacement. J-2. Attorney -- Graves stated he would be working on the letter to Senator Green and requested Williams to review the letter. J-3. City Clerk -- Freas reported the display case for the Mt. View Quilt had been hung at the airport and when the information about the quilt provided by the children has been framed, she will be inviting the teacher and students to join members of council to hang the quilt {probably sometime in the next two weeks}. Williams referred to information included in the packet regarding a letter from a quilting group wanting permission to make a city quilt. Swarner suggested the information be given to a local quilting group for them to make contact if they were interested. There were no objections from council. ITEM K: DISCUSSION X-Xo Citizens-- None. K-2. Council Bookey -- Thanked council for holding the meeting for his arrive and the Kenai Police Department for their recent help and their fine work and professionalism. Swarner-- Noted the following items' · Referred to Williams' comments regarding the employees of the Fire Department serving as instructors at the f'~re training facility. She stated she agreed partially, but that some people are good instructors and some not, and some may be interested in being an instructor and some may not. She requested the matter be brought back as a budget item, unless they would be doing the instructing on their time off. Williams noted it would be on the employee's off hours from the city. Swarner asked if there were current restrictions on the Fire Department employees to act as instructors. Fire Chief Walden answered, the employees currently had that KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 15 opportunity to be instructors, however, when they do, it is at the city's expense and an elective on the employees part if they want to spend their days off at the training center. Williams asked if, on occasion, if there had been employees or ex-employees who were asked to curtail their activities at the training center or refused the opportunity to become instructors. Walden answered no, and added, there had been personnel issues dealt with many months ago and that person's performance had drastically improved and he found other things to do on his day off and who elected not to instruct at the training center at this time. · Swarner asked if the interagency meeting regarding the coastal trail was open to the public and Public Works Manager Kornelis answered, the meeting had not been advertised and truly was not designed for the public. Snow answered, it was her understanding council wanted the meeting to be between the agencies, city's consultant and administration representatives. Williams stated he purposely was not going to attend but wanted it understood he was reserving his right to attend any of the meetings following. Moore -- No comments. Porter -- *Noted, she understood it was not the fault of the Airport Manager, but felt there was no security at the airport. Jackman -- · Asked if the Fire Department employees work on a merit system and wanted to develop additional avenues for the fire employees to participate more with the fire training facility. Walden explained, they do have employees that contract with other companies out of PRISM, but don't work for PRISM. He added, they do encourage their employees .to take an active role in the training facility, i.e. demonstrating equipment for classes, etc. Porter asked Walden if it was his opinion that any firefighter that is trained to teach can go to PRISM and teach. Walden answered, yes, that was the way it had been since the facility was opened. Jackman noted she had been traveling weekly to Anchorage in regard to her business, using the Kenai Airport during the heavy flight times of the day, and has seen no congestion, vehicles in the way, people are friendly and cordial, and complimented Cronkhite adding, when she's there it seems the parking, etc. has been working quite well. Williams -- · Referred to the copy of a City of Homer letter included in the councirs packet regarding the issue of annexation and suggested council review it. Noted an application for appointment to the Harbor Commission from Jay Barrett was included in the packet and requested the application be returned KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2002 PAGE 16 when the ordinance to allow two non-city resident members of commissions and committees (except Planning & Zoning) is in effect. · Referred to the subsistence management information distributed to council prior to the meeting and suggested council review it as well. EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM L: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:50 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Carol L. 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On February 12, the Airport Manager and Mr. Loflstedt discussed terminating the lease and Mr. Loftstedt allowed the Airport to stack snow on the property. Attached is a map of the arcao Kenai Air Alaska is current in payments to the City and Borough. If Council approves a termination of the permit, a Termination of Special Use Permit agreement will be prepared for your signature. The effective date could be February 12th and a prorated portion of their rent can be refunded. Attachments /kh ! l' 2--82 TUE 1 5 -' 28 KAA 9072855287 P . 0 1 KENAI A IR ,~Z_A~,. FACSIMILE COVER SHEET PLEASE DELIVER THE FOLLOWING PAGES TO- . - FROM' TOTAL PAGES INCLUDING COVER SHEET-_ ~ PLEASE CALL (907)283-7561 IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS TRANSMITTAL. ~~~ ~~~~~,1~ r~,~~~~ ' ' ~ '--' R EIVED CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ M emoranclum Date: To.' From: February 14, 2002 Linda Snow, City Manager Kim Howard, Assistant to City Manager ~ssignment of Real Estate Lease and ~greement - SNUG HARBOR SEAFOODS, INC. to the U.S. Small Business Administration- Tract B, Kenai Tidelands Survey No. 2 The City has received a request for approval of an Assignment of Real Estate Lease and Agreement for the above referenced property. The lessee is current in lease payments to the City. However, Snug Harbor Seafoods, Inc. is not in compliance in tax payments to the Borough. President Paul Dale has stated he will be working with the Borough to make arrangements for payment. We will have more information for the Council on Wednesday night as to whether they have reached a payment agreement with the Borough. The City Attorney has reviewed the document and has no objections to the form. /kh CITY OF KENAI "Oil Capital of Alaska" 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611- TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535 FAX: 907-283-3014 Memorandum Date: To: From: RE: February 15, 2002 Mayor Williams & City Council Linda L. Snow, City Manager New Well House fl4- Site Location As you know, Public Works Manager Keith Komelis has been working for some time on procuring a new water well sufficient to meet increased demand. To assist in that effort, the City has' received two separate grants, has identified alternative sites, tested one site which proved insufficient, and is now in the process of negotiating exploration and possible purchase with the-owner of another alternative site identified by Coble Geophysical Services. Grant funds can be used to drill an exploratory well, but cannot be used to purchase the property. Therefore, the property purchase, if approved, could be included in next year's water department budget. The recommended site is a five-acre parcel near Bridge Access Road and Beaver Loop, across from Cadile Trucking. It is an upland site, zoned Heavy Industrial, and accessed off of Van Antwerp Avenue, which intersects Bridge Access Road. According to Mr. Kornelis, a water main from this site to the distribution system could provide water to many users, including fish processing plants, and developable properties. The Kenai Peninsula Borough has assessed the recommended site at $22,700. With permission from the owners, the property was appraised by Alaska Certified Appraisal Services, which set its appraised value at $24,000. The property owners are currently asking $40,000 for the property. The Administration proposes to enter into a purchase option agreement with the owners whereby the City would gain permission to drill an exploratory well on the property, and further, if the exploratory well proves a sufficient quantity and quality of water, then the City would agree to purchase the lot at a predetermined purchase price. If the City does not find a suitable quality and quantity of water for the municipal water system, the City would not February 15, 2002 Memorandum 2 purchase the lot and would simply give the exploratory well to the property owners or decommission the well at the owner's preference. Prior to pursuing any further discussions with the proPerty owner regarding this matter, the Administration requests Council authorization to enter into a purchase option agreement, as generally described above and prepared by'the City Attorney, at a not-to-exceed purchase price of $40,000. KENAI POBO×2937 SOLDOTNA, ALASKA 99669 (907) 260-5449 .... W~.~NAIWATEP~HED.ORG February 7th, 2002 Dear Fdend of the Kenai River, 2002 iscomin~JuneSthand9th, 2OO2 to the City of Kenai, Park Strip. Join our winning team in this effort! 200~'s event was better than ever with an estimated 3,500 to 4,000 people in attendance. This year we are hoping to top this by adding a Wodd Music concert and more children's activities. Your support can help to make this happen! The festival is a time to reflect on the importance of the Kenai River in our lives; to celebrate it's great recreational, economic and educational opportunities; to learn how we can take care of the River;, and understand our part in the survival of the Kenai River. o:oSu'qak the salmon parade.:.Live Music (all day) .:-Hands-on children's science · :.Face-Painting -:-Live Raptors -:.Puppet shows -:.Salmon & Burfito Dinners · :*Local artist vendor booths .:*Wooden Fish Models .:*Salmon Hat for Kids · :*Pathways to Fishing -:*Agency & Organization information booths .:.And' More There is no entrance fee or charge for any activities. ~ ,~, ~)~ '~ ~ ~! Numerous volunteers offer their time for the weekend but this labor of love is not enough. Your contribution supports the Festival activities! In the enclosed reply form, we have spelled out all the details of sponsorship and the thanks you will receive in advertising, newsletters and web sites. Additionally, your contribution is tax deductible. Let us include you as a partner in this effort! Call us if you have any questions: Robert Ruffner, Executive Director, Kenai Watershed Forum, at 907-260-5449. Sincerely, Brenda Stoops/Lori Landstrom Fund-Raising Chairs Kenai River Festival 2002 Kenai Watershed Forum L~.~ "GITIZENS WORKING TOGETHER FOR GOMMUNITY VITALITY IN A HEALTHY WATERSHED" SPONSORSHIP LEVELS !"1 MAJOR SPONSOR ...... $1000 and up Hands on Science.......__ Salmon Hats for Kids____ River Music/Center Stage Puppet Theater Activities for Children ____River Information Tent~ Undesignated Wooden Fish Models .~___ [MAJOR SPONSOR level will have mention on live Radio remotes; full-size logo appear in ads, newsletters & web site www.kenaiwatershed.org/info.html; web site link at www.kenaiwatershed.org~usinesslinks.html; and banner at Festival. Please supply logo (.jpg & .eps format), banner and web address if not supplied in previous years.] r-! SPONSOR $500 to $999 River Music/Center Stage . Puppet Theater Activities for Children ____ · River Information Tent_._.__ Undesignated_.._.__ Wooden Fish Models ~ [SPONSOR level will have 1/2 size logos appear in ads, newsletters & web site www.kenaiwatershed.org/info.html; web site link at www.kenaiwatershed.org/Businesslinks.html; and banner at Festival. Please supply logo (.jpg & .eps format), banner and web address if not supplied in previous years.] CONTRIBUTOR ............ $200 to $499 Costume Making . . River Information Tent Run for the River..__.__ Undesignated X [CONTRIBUTOR level will have name appear in advertising, newsletters & web site www.kenaiwatershed.org/info.html; web site link at www.kenaiwatershed.org/Businesslinks.html; and banner at Festival. Please supply banner and web address if not supplied in previous years.] El BUSINESS .... $100 to $199 El FAMILY ...................... $50 to $99 i-'i INDIVIDUAL ................ $25 TO $49 [Business, Family, and Individual levels will have name appear in advertising, newsletters & web site www.kenaiwatershed.org/info.html; name at Festival; & donations of $100 or more will have web site link at www.kenaiwatershed.org/Businesslinks.html. Please supply web address if not supplied in previous years.] Please keep my donation ANONYMOUS! Organization Contact Name: Address' ,~/P ~-c~p, Amount of Contribution enclosed: (Make checks out to the Kenai Watershed Forum) Card #: Expiration Date: UI Mastercard El Visa Signature' Mail Entire Sheet to: Kenai Watershed Forum, P.O. Box 2937, Soldotna, AK 99669 THANK YOU! A RECEIPT FOR YOUR TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION WILL BE SENT TO YOU. 501 (C)(3) tax number: 91-1829284 ... DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF FORESTRY TONY KNOWLES, GOVt Kenai-Kodiak Area Office 42499 Sterling Highway Soldotna, AK 99669 Phone: (907) 262-4124 FAX: (907) 260-4263 February 8, 2002 John Williams Mayor City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Ave. Ste. 200 Kenai, AK 99611 .'". RECEIVED ,, Dear Mayor Williams, In a major disaster, loCal, state and Federal resources are stretched to the limit and it is especially important that those resources are focused to solve the highest priority issues. Local, state and Federal agencies often do not agree on the priority use of their resources when looking at problems from their own unique perspectives. In these situations the solution is to form a Multi-Agency Coordinating (MAC) group. A MAC group is composed of top executive decision makers who have the authority to commit the resources for their organizations or agencies for disaster response. Each incident requires different combinations of organizations and agencies. For example, a hazardous material spill involving Seward and Resurrection Bay would probably not require involvement from the City of Soldotna. The MAC group operates through group consensus and sets the priorities for operational personnel and resources. This level of coordination and cooperation between organization and agencies is not automatically achieved by just forming a MAC group. On March 8, 2002, training will be conducted between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for executive deciSion makers of orgOnizations and agencies on the Kenai Peninsula that could be called as MAC group members in future disasters. It will be held at the Division of Forestry office on the Sterling Highway just outside of Soldotna. Mr. David Liebersbach, Director, Alaska Division of Disaster and Emergency Services will do this training. Mr. Liebersbach has extensive operational experience and has done training at the national level on the establishment and operation of MAC groups. Understanding your role as a member of the MAC group will allow the resources of the Kenai Peninsula to be efficiently and effectively utilized in response to major disasters. Please find a way to commit a day of your time to this vital training. Please contact Georgia Krapp at 262-4124 to confirm your attendance or for questions about the training. Ric Plate Fire Management Officer State of Alaska Division of Forestry Jan Henry Coordinator Kenai Peninsula Borough Office of Emergency Management Develop, Conserve, attd Enhance Natural Resources for Present and Future Alaskans Tony Know/es, Governo, Office of the Commissioner P.O. Box 110800, Juneau, AK 99811-0800 Telephone: (907)465-2500 · Fax' (907)465-5442 · TDD' (907)465-5437 Email: questions@dced.state.ak.us · Website: www. dced.state.ak.us/ The Honorable John Williams Mayor City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 Kenai, AK 99611-7794 February 4, RE: FY 02 SHARED FISHER~S BUSINESS TAX PAYMENT FY 02 FISHERY RESOURCE LANDING TAX PAYMENT Dear Mayor Williams- I am pleased to provide you with the City of Kenai's FY 02 Shared Fisheries Business Tax and Fishery Resource Landing Tax payments in the amount of $3,873.15. When the Department provided your municipality with its FY 02 application in September, we incorrectly reported that the amount to be shared statewide would be approximately $1.6 million. The actual amount shared under this year's program is $1.35 million. Consequently, the amount of your Shared Fisheries Business Tax payment is about 15.5% less than xvhat we originally estimated. Following is a breakout of your municipality's payments: Shared Fisheries Business Tax Payment Fishery Resource Landing Tax Payment $3,338.72 $534.43 These payments must be used to beip reduce the effect of fisheries business activities on your municipality, which may include the expenses of any municipal service. Should you have any questions regarding these payments, please call Bill Rolfzen, Program Administrator, at 465-4733. Sincerely, eborah S ed/wic)[/ Commissioni~r~ "Promoting a healthy economy and strong communities" CITY OF SEWARD P.O. BOx 167 SEWARD. ALASKA 99664-0167 ' Main Office (907) .~~-/ · Police (907) 224. · Harbor (907) 22z · Fire (907) 224-3445 · Fax (907) 224-4038 February 8, 2002 Dear Certified Local Government, ,,a.! C! The City of Seward Historic Preservation Commission is requesting your community's support of pending legislation that would enable the State of Alaska to recognize and acquire the historic Jesse Lee Home in Seward. John Ben (Benny) Benson Jr. designed Alaska's flag while residing at the Jesse Lee Home for Children in Seward. Benson's design was the winner in a contest to select the territorial flag, and the Jesse Lee Home was honored as the location for the first official raising of the Alaska flag on July 9, 1927. This. year marks the 75th anniversary of the Alaska Flag. ., , ... ... . Today, the two remaining buildings of the Jesse Lee Home in Seward sit vacant, neglected and deteriorated. Although abandoned for nearly 40 years, they are a strong reminder of Seward and Alaska's history. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for the critical role it played in serving the health care and educational needs of Alaska's native children orphaned during a wave of devastating epidemics, and because the home fostered many children who have distinguished themselves in a wide variety of fields, including Benny Benson. The Jesse Lee Home has been consistently cited by Seward residents as a high priority for historic preservation, however many residents feel its salvation is beyond the scope of a small community, and that its status as a state historic treasure and home of the Alaska flag design should be recognized and addressed by the State. Pending state legislation (House Bill 96, sponsored by Representative Lancaster) would enable the State to address the jesse Lee Home. House Bill 96, relating to the State acquisition and development of the Jesse Lee Home, passed through the House of Representatives last year, and should be addressed by the Senate this year. Your community's support of HB 96, including letters, emails and phone calls to your senators, and Representative. Lancaster will assist in identifying statewide support for the legislation, and the significant role the Jesse Lee Home has played in the state's history. Your support can be forwarded to Represemative Lancaster by fax at 907-465-3835 or emailed to his office at Helen_Donahue~!egis.state. ak. us. Thank you in advance for your support of House Bill 96, and assistance in recognizing the State historical significance of the Jesse Lee Home in Seward. Please feel free to call or email if you have any questions. Sincerely, The City of Seward, Alaska Donna Glenz, P1 for Rachel James Planner 907-224-4065 (phone) 907-224-4085 (fax) rjames@seward.net Enclosure: House Bill 96 Anchorage Daily News articles Seward Historic Preservation Commission, Resolution 2002-01 10 11 12 13 14 HOUSE BILL NO. TIlE LEOISLATURE OF TIIF, STATE OF ALASKA · TV~q~I~FY-SECOND LEGISLATURE- FIRST SESSION BY REP~TA~VE LANC~STI;'J~ Introduced-' Ke[errc~l: A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to acquisition and development of thc Jesse L¢¢ Homc; and providing for an cffe¢fivc date." BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATU~ OF THE STATE OF ALASKA: * Section 1. The uncodified law of the State of Alaska is amended by zdding ~ new ,section to read: FINDINCJS; IN'I'I/N"I' (z) The, lcgi.~lzmre finds that the .Jesse Lee Home in Seward hs.~ historical significance for ail fl~c people of thc state because $ohn Ben ,(B~y) Bcnson,. 3r., lived at the home when he designed the state flag. Co) The legislaun'¢ further finds that ~hu $~sse Lc~ Home i~ curr=ufly in ~u~h dilapidated condition, having bccn vacant since it was ~nag~d by thc 1964 the home's r~novu~iun i~ beyond ~h~ mcm~ of the local conmmnity. (c) It is thc imcnt of thc lcgi~l~turc that thc ~ess~ L~ IIomc and thc rcal propcrty on which it is located b= acquired by thc ~t~tc and maria§cd in a manner that r~co~z~ its place in thc state's history. Appropriate management would include the erection of a monument -1- ~rT gF.:qo ~,T, to-q~-NYr 4 10 11 12 13 14 22-LS0451~ honoring Benny Benson fbr his role in designing ~he smr~ flag and development of the sit~ az a place where community events and ~eremoni~ could b~ held. ', Sec. 2. The uncodified law of th~ Su~ of Alaska i~ amcr~cd by adding a new ~ection to read: JESSE LEE HOME. (a) The state museum e~ablizhed under AS 14.57, with the · ddvicc o1' tl~e Muslin Collcvfions Advisory Committee established under AS 1 ~..~'l.lr20, shall determine thc costs and procedures necessary for the state to acquire, develop, and manage tlt~ $c~c L~ I I omc. Tho state museum shall rel~ort to the governor ~d the legislature by Novcmbcr 1, 2'001, con°erning its recommendations ss to the. procedures lo be used and an cstimatc of costs involvod for state acquisition of the, home, erection of an appropriate monument, developmcstt of the site ihr fut~re Sl~l~mpria~e uses, and ongoing (b) Subject to the availability of zn Sl~pmprialion specified as being for Ibc ai;qui~ition of the Jesse Lee Home, the stzte museum shall acquire the $¢sse L~ Hum© mtd develop and manage it consistent with the. intent of this Act. · See. ~. 'l~lis Act t~kes effect Suly 1,2001. m NeW Text q{~d=& Zi~ [D~"~ TExT BRACKETED] ~rl gF..:qO nH,l, to-q~-N'Kr CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA IIISTO~C PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2002-01 A RESOLUTION OF TIlE SEWARD ItISTO~C PRESERVATION COMMISSION, SUPPORTING TIlE ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE ADOPTION OF HOUSE BILL 96 RELATING TO THE STATE ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE JESSE LEE HOME WHEREAS, the City of Seward owns the historic Jesse Lee Home property; and WHEREAS, the Jesse Lee Home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for the critical role it played in serving the health care and educational needs of Alaska's native children orphaned during a wave of devastating epidemics, and because the home fostered many children who have distinguished themselves in a wide variety of fields; and WHEREAS, John Ben (Benny) Benson Jr. designed Alaska's flag while residing at the Jesse Lee Home, and the site was honored as the location for the first official raising of the Alaska State flag on July 9, 1927; and WHEREAS, the City of Seward's 2001 and 2002 State Legislative Priorities includes promoting legislation to have the Jesse Lee Home transferred to the State Property Inventory; and WHEREAS, last year the State Legislature introduced House Bill 96 which would enable the State to acquire the Jesse Lee Home property, and manage it in a way that recognizes its contribution in the state's history; and WHEREAS, House Bill 96 passed through the House of Representatives in last years legislative session, and should be addressed by the Senate during this years session; and WHEREAS, for many years the Jesse Lee Home has been consistently cited by Seward residents as a high priority for historic preservation, however, many residents feel its salvation is beyond the scope of a small community, and that its status as a state historic treasure and home of the Alaska flag design should be recognized and addressed by the State; and .. NOW, THEREFORE, BE 1T RESOLVED BY THE SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION, that' Section 1. The Seward Historic Preservation Commission supports the adoption of House Bill 96 relating to the State acquisition and development of the Jesse Lee Home. Bill 96. Section 2. The Commission directs the administration to seek statewide support for House Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission this 16th day of January, 2002. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA AYES: NOES- ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Appel, Capra, Hearn, Kovac, Swarm None Darling, Galvano, None Jean~ Galvano, Chair ATTEST: Patrick Reilly City Clerk -I ~ ~ --'~ -~ !-.~.;..~ :]~; :~Ii~~ I' -':~ ~ ~~.. '~' :~ : ~;,_',.,~._.~::--.,__-......~_~_- : '. '1 ' Ii ' .., ~~..~..~ .'~~i~tO~C.~~cmre.~*Oon.:."I ~ ' J-- ~-'] j ".i~" ~: ~'>:':sUc/mmb.::to.:.the,. elemen~""'"J. 81.., ;:,... "..'.. a~ : ,., _ '. ~ II '~ t ' . · '' ...... ' , ' · ......... ='~ ~ ~e ~ ~m ~ ~'~ - ' ' ~~mof~~~n~~~ ' , ~ ~~ ~ i~ ~t ~~, ~e J~ ~ Home - · ~d ~ a ~ of ~~de d~~ ~dm ; ~ n ~u~le.~~ ~ ~~ ~, it ~d ~ n ~ d~fion ~r ~m , · ~ ~ ~ Hme ~ ~ 1~ ~ p~ . ~ ~~ ~e J~e ~ home ~ ~~ or ~e ~ ~ ~d ~ a ~e ~. ~ ~-' · Benny Benson at tho'opening · M~ exhibit cmnmem~a~' 'sakL. Bgmon's' 1927 design, was' ~ ~ in a c0n~ to select. a · e. '--'senate..state",:?,ffain ~ ideas and opinions.of Youn~ . Commi~,,'~ re]~:~d.' ": · people.,,. . · - Bemon' was a middle' school -'A bill sponsored this year by student at th~ Jesse Lee Mission Rep. Cad Morgan adds'that, s~c- 'Home in Se~ ~ he subn~- ond. verse .to the state' song..and . teilitOlinl ,~. 'H~ .daughter, ted hi~ winning de~gll of "eight Ulmor is hopeful of.its passage .daughter, Shcn~-lrvin'~ve/~ at tlic~ flag symboliies aH OfAlasl~, ' Native 'AI~ and"btlidr cul- ceremony as well as the'"Alnska not just one region or one culture tures which have contributed to Youth Choir, former Hr~ Lady. Neva t/gan,. Bducation ~ommissioner Shirley Holloway "Benny Benson-made'a .t~ry when he submitted his. entry. and that"was 'imm)mt to the. se]ecl/on committee," Ulm~ added. , In 19M' Ulmer intw~uced a legislative bffi. that would 'have o~y reco~ the "Alaska's Hag" song's second verse written Alaska -history.' The'Alaska Youth Choir sang both. v. erses Of .the song at the e .x~ibit's opening reception. - . M~ ~ S~ I~o said the exhibit will travel around the state over the next two years. · Engineering Consultants ' ~ 1506 West 36th Avenue Anchora§e, Alaska 99503 (907) 561-1011 Fax (907) 563-4220 February 14, 2002 Keith Komeiis Public Works Manager 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 Phone: (907) 283-7535 ext 232 PN&D 99072.03 Subject: February 12, 2002 Agency Meeting for Kenai Bluff Erosion Control and Coastal Trail Project Dear Mr. Komelis, Peratrovich, Nottingham, & Drage, Inc. participated in the agency meeting on February 12, 2002 regarding the Kenai Bluff Erosion Control and Coastal Trail Project. As you know the permit application clock was stopped to allow for additional work. The purpose of the meeting on the 12~ was to better establish what information would be required for the permit application prior to starting the permit clock again. In preparation for this meeting, PN&D created new renderings of the proposed project concept with updated design information. The new images provided a clearer conceptual picture for the permitting agency personnel at the meeting. PN&D also began research to determine if there is new information available and how to best approach the collection of information necessary for the permitting proems. The comments from agency personnel regarding the permit submittal were incorporated into a document by PN&D (dated November 14, 2001) and this was the basis for discussion during the meeting. , At the conclusion of this meeting, PN&D still believes that the approach presented to the City in the November 15, 2001 letter is correct and prudent. The agency meeting was the first step recommended in the letter. The next step is to prepare written responses to the agencies and conduct literature review for information already available or recently published that would be helpful in defining the project area. Studies on the hydrological processes of the Kenai River mouth would then be appropriate. This is a first step towards establishing what biological and ecological studies are necessary. Please feel free to call Jennifer Wilson or me at 907-561-1011 if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, PERATROVICH, NOTTINGHAM, & DRAGE, INC. Jim Campbell, P.E. Senior Engineer 1506 West 36th Avenue . Anchorage, Alaska99503 · 907-561-1011 · Fax 907-563-4220 November i 5.2001 Keith Kometis Public Works Manager 210 Fidalao Avenue. Suite 200 Kenai. Alaska 99611-7794 Fax: 907-283-3014 ANCHORAGE COOROINAqq ,j ~l~. GOVERNMENTAL ..~.,,.,~.. ,,,,~ Subject: Kenai Coastal Trail Pertaining Process Dear Keith: PROJECI': . O"o,.,,,-. 7- This letter presents PN&D's proposed approach for proceeding with permitting for the Kcnai Coastal Trail project. The permitting process is presently stopped, with agcnc:es awaiting additional information to address numerous concerns and comments. For reference, we are attaching a consolidated list of the agency pertaining concems. 1. Discuss Concerns with Agencies To obtain ncccasaz7 permits for the project, we must satisfy the agency re~,iewers by working with them to address their concerns. As a first step, we should discuss the list of concerns wi~h the agency reviewers to make sure that we under~tand the concerns, and ~o over ways to address the concerns. These discussions should re:alt in a narrowing or focuslng of the concerns expressed by the agencies. For example, many of the agency concerns regarci the Kenal River Flats. on the other side of the river, ir it is shown that this area will not be physically effected by the project, is it necessary, to conduct biological studie~ there'? A joint meeting organized and led by the DGC as soon as possible will formalize this step. 2. Prepare Formal Response Letters ARer discussing the concerns with the agency reviewers and documenting thc DGC meeting outcome, we would prepare formal response letters answering the various agencies' concerns. We do not expect these response letters to fully satisfy the agencies. The responses shoulcL however, eliminate some of the concerns and will present our arguments regarding other concerns. [n these responses, we should be able to directly address concerns regarding the came of thc bluff erosion (Item I on attached list), concerns regarding water-quality protection of stormwater runoff (Item ti), suggestions regarding selection of plant species for slope stabilization (Item 12~, ami questions regarding the threat to the Senior Center Ilitem Keith Komeiis November i 5. 2001 Page 2 With respect to other concerns, we would argue that the proposed project is iocateci very hiuh on the tidelands, where it contacts the river only during high tic~e, and that this minimizes ma.nv of th~ potential impacts that agencies are concerned about. We rio not believe that the reviewers' fully appreciated or considered this point. In addition, we would provide responses to many of o th~ ¢on¢¢m~ regarding sediment tmmport, which was the ~ubject of a UAA study. 3. Determine Studies Required After the agencies have reviewed the response letters, we expect that they will have a reduced list of concerns that will require additional studies or work to address. In addition, we hope that the scope of these reining concerns will be reduced. We expect that Items 2-9 may require studies to: · Define and assess alternatives to the proposed project (ltem 2} · Collect data regarding fish and wildlife use of the !~ro~ect site {Item 3} · Perform additional sediment trans~or~ anaivsis I Item 4, · Perform a aver hydraulic analysis {Item $) · Perform an economic analysis of proposed project and alternatives {Items 2 and 6) · Assess project effects on habitat and biota (Item 7) · Assess pwjdct effects on rem~ational and commercial use (Item 8) · Ick'ntify potential mitigation measures (Item 9) 4. Select Experts to Perform Studies Iaput from several specialties, including biology, oceano~hy, ~iver' engineering and m:onomicz, will be required to develop cost estimates and work plans for thc above studies, l! is important that experts selected to conduct studies are a_m'eeable to both. the Citv and the reviewing agencies (Item 15}. . 5. Prepare Study Plans and Cost Estimate The next step would be to prepare plans to complete the required studies, and obtain concurrence from the agencies that the proposed studies w/Il address their concerns. These study plans would n~d to be fairly detailed regarding proposed are~ of study, methods, etc. Even with agency hlput and review, concurrence' may consist of non-objection rather than positive approval oi' proposed study plans, and supplementary studies may be requeated at a later date. A moderate budget would be required for the project team to complete this work. 6. Fund Additional Studies Detailed cost estimates for performing required studies will be used to allocate funding. Additional funding would also be required to prepare an environmental document based on study results regarding impacts of the pwject. 7. Provide Information to Agencies & Complete Permitting When the required studies are completed, they will be ~ubmitted to the permitting agencies to add~s remaining concerns and complete the permitting process. Keith Komelis Novemi~er i 5.2001 Paue 3 To date. we nave attemptea to accomplish permitting for the Kenai Coastal Trail project with a relatively tow. cost approach involving minimal studies, direct contact with the agen¢iez, and sound project de~i~m. Cominuation of the permitting proces~ will require additional cxp~nditm-~ by the City. ?N&D propose~ to continue work on Ste¢~ 1-4 as outlined above on a tim~ and. materiais b~i~. not to exceed $20.000. Funding for Steps 5-7 cannot be estimated at thi~ tim~. If the ¢ost~ for pcrmi~ng of the proposed or ~imilar project become too hi~.., or the proems too drawn out. the City ha~ another option that could minimixe permitting requirement. Thi~ option would ke~ the trail completely above the high tide line using a ~h~it¢ wall along length of the trail. This opuon has significantly higher construction costs than the armor stone option proposed on the permit application. Please call Jim Campbell or me if you have any questions. Sincerely. o D~tis Nottingham. P.E. Pr~ident Attachment Nottlngttam & Oraqe, Inc. CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ 1992 MEMORANDUM To: ' From' Date' Subject: Linda Snow, City Manager o~ Larry Semmens, Finance Direct February 7, 2002 Finance Department Activity Report The major emphasis in Finance is development of the budget document. Department requests were received timely and are being compiled for City Manager review. Budget estimates for revenues and certain expenditures, such as insurance, will be made and modified as new data becomes available. Several months ago our ambulance billing contractor ceased to offer services, so we took over the Medicare and Medicaid billing program. This required installing and learning new computer software and coordinating information that the hospital maintains with our billing information. The process was very labor intensive to set up, but it is working well now. As a result of doing this in house we will save the $1,800 we paid to the contractor annually and we expect revenue to increase due to our assertiveness in dealing with the agencies. Jenifor Lockwood has done an excellent job putting this together. Regular departmental functions are ongoing with nothing unusual to report. 'CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-263-3014 MEMORANDUM TO: FROM- DATE: SUBJECT: Linda Snow, City Manager Jack La Shot, Public Works Manager~..~,~<[~ February 14, 2002 Department report for Council meeting of February 20, 2002 As requested, here is a brief list of items for inclusion in the packet for the referenced City Council meeting: · The City Clerk/Council area downstairs in City Hall is now receiving floor coverings and should be ready to occupy in the next week or two. · There was a Comprehensive Plan work session at the February 13, 2002 Planning and Zoning meeting. Tentatively, another public meeting has been scheduled for March 23, 2002 at the Senior Center. Exact times will be publicized. · Attached to this report is a memorandum from Marilyn Kebschull that gives building permit comparison information for the last two years. A City Council person at a previous meeting requested this. .o t MEMO: CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ TO: THRU' FROM' Linda L. Snow, City Manager Jack La Shot, Public Works Manager,"' - ..U~., ~: Marilyn Kebschull, Planning Administrati n" DATE' January 23, 2002 SUBJECT: Building Permit Comparison The following tables compare building permits issued in 2000 and 2001. The table shows the number of permits issued each quarter and their value. The attached chart provides a visual representation by value for commercial versus residential permits. 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 2000 , New Residential 1' 10 10i 3 24~ Residential Addition 2 16 18 7 43 , , , New Commercial 1 1 6 2. 10 .... Commercial Addition 4 3 2 0 9 'N.ew Multifamily 0 3 0 1 4 Total 8 33 36 13 90 $462,900 $3,102,000 $5,094,000 $678,200 $9,337,100 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 2001 New Residential 4 16 7 2 29 Residential Addition 5' 13 8 6 32 New Commercial 1 3 3 1 8 Commercial Addition 1 10 4 3 18 New Multifamil¥ 0 0 1 0 1 Total 11 42 23 12 88 , $819,500 $7,597,900 $4,506,200 $655,300 $13,578,900 CI 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 City Council Report For February 20, 2002 Keith Kornelis, Public Works Manager Kenai Spur Highway: The City of Soldotna pays to have the snow removed from along the Spur as part of an agreement since DOT put in colored stamped sidewalks and landscaping. Soldotna rents dump trucks with operators. DOT said that they would remove the snow in front of our businesses along the Spur if the City of Kenai would rent 10 dump trucks with operators and provide a loader with operator at our dumpsite along with some coordination and additional assistance. A rough estimate for each time snow is removed is $ 7,000.00. Kenai Coastal Trail' Met with agencies 2/12/2002. PND will-submit report. New Well. House 4' Received site appraisal and reported. City has partial project funds and applied for additional funds. VVastewater Facility Plan (VVVVFP)' We are a little over 35 % complete on the study. Brid~e Access Road W & S Feasibility Study: RFP should be out next month. This is paid for by ADEC & ED^ grants. Hopefully it will tie into new well. Mission Sewer Relocation: Working with Finance & City Attorney on this rather unusual project closeout. WH 1 & Pump house: DEC agreed with our record drawings & gave final OK. Safety: Working on new City General Health & Safety plus Site Specific Plans. Setting up the annual safety audit for all city facilities. Setting up the annual required OSHA training classes for 2002. Continuing with CDL drug and alcohol training. W & S: Working with Bob's Services on new stream generator Close out of exploratory well at Swires & Lawton. Set up Powered Air Puri~ing ResPirator (PAPR) respiratory system. Changes to KMC - VV & S including results of rate study. Back wash wells, install new language board in WH #3, reprogram wells & lift stations, ground wires in filter units & capacitors in Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) panel 'at pump house. -. Streets' Plow, broom, & blow snow, sand, and wing back streets and airport. Build tire chains. Sign wOrk including new ones along Spur. STP: New heating system in disinfection building & Chorine Contact Camber (CCC) pump control Bldg. Groase & Basin waSte disposal problem with KPB. Linda Snow From' Rachael Craig [rcraig@ci.kenai.ak. us] Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 10:29 AM To' Linda Snow Subject: Monthly Report to City Council2002 Senior Center Monthly Report Our Center continues to be active and seniors use the facility daily. They are a positive group of people. Total number of days open in January was 23. # Congregate Meals Served 1155 it Home Meals Served 1214 Total number of Seniors who accessed our transportation: 47 The Wellness Clinic has been reestablished and the nurse has been coming half days since December. Blood pressure checks, blood sugar screening, and foot care are provided. The nurse visits monthly. We have had an average of 15 to 20 people scheduled each month. Our computer classes are well attended and all are eager to learn. Throughout the week, we have many seniors who come to the center asking for computer needs. An area wide Senior Center transportation Brochure is being designed by Kathy Isaak. It will be used by all Peninsula Senior Centers to advertise our transportation programs. The cost in producing this will be shared by all centers. The brochure will be distributed to each center to use and at the Village Health Fair at Soldotna High School on March 2, 9:00a.m.- 4'00p.m. The Volunteer appreciation dinner was held in January with 140 in attendance. Our volunteers have served 8,250 hours this past year. We are currently setting up a system to better track our volunteers and their hours. Our volunteers are not only the seniors but people from the community, entertainers, youth of all ages, adult and Youth court community service workers. Our activity/volunteer coordinator is designing a program called "Tele-Care," shadowed from a program in Wayne Country, Michigan. It is a reassurance program through volunteers doing telephone contact with seniors. The purpose and desire is to support older people to live independently in their own homes. We have teamed up with CARTS to provide "drivers training courses." Our first class, "Low-Vision Assistance and Sighted Guide for those who are Blind and Vision Impaired" facilitated by John Clare, Vision Trainer; was attended by Herb Stealer. 2/14/2002 nal Municipal Airport II Monthly Report I! New Airline Service: Airport Manager continues discussions with Frontier Flying Service. Craig Kenmonth, General Manager Frontier Flying Service visited our facility in January. Marina Jarvis, Marketing and Customer Service Manager for Frontier will be in Kenai to speak to local business leaders on February 18. I have an unconfirmed report that the US Postal Service recently scheduled another truck for the Anchorage-Kenai run, virtually eliminating their need for air service. This change has caused Frontier to eliminate their regular cargo service to Kenai. The improved mad system continues to be our largest competitor. FAA CFR Part 139 Airport Certification Manual (ACM): The Airport staff has recently completed a rewrite of the FAA required ACM. This manual is over 100 pages and is required for the Airport to retain its FAA certification. The document has completed the FAA draft review process and should be signed and ready for distribution by March 1, 2002. Upcoming Airport Certification Inspection: The Airport has been advised that the annual Airport Certification Inspection will be conducted on March 11 & 12. CIP Data Sheet Submittals: FAA Capital Improvement Data Sheets have been submitted for purchase of a loader, dump truck, sander, terminal security camera system, security perimeter fence and gate improvements, and environmental work for runway extension. The CIP Data Sheet submittal is the second step in the FAA grant process. The first step was approval by FAA Planning and Programming Division to include these items on the AClP submittal to headquarters for FY02. That step was accomplished last month. Art Committee: Airport Manager and Vice Mayor Swamer met with representatives from the Kenai National Wildlife Reserve, National Park Service, Alaska State Parks, USDA Forest Service, and Kenai Fjords National Park to draft an agreement to facilitate replacement of the wall displays in the terminal. The agreement is in the review process and work is tentatively scheduled to begin in late spring or early summer. Runwayrraxiway Maintenance: Staff continues to work with tenants and air carriers to improve snow removal response and runway conditions. Efforts have received very positive responses. Federal & State Depredation Permit Reports and Applications: Required year-end reports were submitted to State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game and to the US Fish and Wildlife Service per the requirements of the Depredation Permit. (Hazing Report Attached.) Categorical Exclusion Letter for LNAVNNAV Approaches: This letter completes a package required for the FAA to survey and establish RNAV/VNAV instrument approaches to Runways 01L and 19R at ENA. RNAV/VNAV will enable Iow visibility approaches independent of the ILS for equipped aircraft. Initially these approach procedures are only being established for what the FAA refers to as Alaska 'Hub' Airports. Kenai is the only peninsula airport currently being submitted for these procedures. (Letter Attached.) Development of Customer Survey: Examples of airport surveys have been supplied to Airport Commission and they are working to ratine a draft for Council approval. Postcard Mailing to Regional Pilots: Insufficient photography is available for a new airport brochure. While we work to acquire new photos, a postcard style mailing is being developed to target pilots in our region. Summer 2002 Air Fair/Fly-in/Fun Run: Tentative date has been set for June 15, 2001. Terminal Flooring Project: Work continues with architect and contractor to complete this project. Final payment has not been made. FAA Security Regulations and the new Transportation Safety Department (TSA): We continue to communicate with the FAA Civil Aviation Security Staff as they transition to the new DOT Transportation Security Administration (TSA). A class on airport security is scheduled in Anchorage -April 7-9. The Airport Manager and an officer from the Kenai Police Department plan to attend this training. TSA is currently studying 15 airports nationwide, including ANC to determine what core security changes need to be made. Additional information and directives will be disseminated as they become available. nal Municipal Airport "S e rv ing the G re xte K 305 N. WILLOW ST. SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611 TELEPHONE 907-283-7951 FAX 907-28.1..3737 February 11, 2002 Re: Kenai Airport Categorical Exclusion Mr. Merle Perrine Manager Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration ANC FPO/AVN-170 G 222 W. 7t~ Ave, # 14 Anchorage, AK 99513-7587 Dear Mr. Perrine: The City of Kenai, as the operator of the Kenai Municipal Airport, submits this categorical exclusion statement for your approval. The airport is requesting the FAA establish LNAV/VNAV approaches to Runways 01L and 19R at Kenai. The new procedures meet the test for inclusion as a categorical exclusion under the guidelines of FAA Order 1050.1D. The new approach procedures will not affect in any additional fashion any section 4(f) lands as defined under section 106 of the Historic Preservation Act. There is no reason the actions should be controversial on environmental grounds. The new procedures are not likely to have any impact on natural, ecological, cultural, or scenic resources of national, state, or local significance. This includes impacts on endangered species, wetlands flood plains, coastal zones, prime, unique or state or local important farmlands, energy supply and natural resources, or resources protected by the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act. The new procedures will not affect the ava/lability of adequate relocation housing, nor involve the relocation of persons or businesses. The new procedures will not cause division or disruption of any established community, nor will they disrupt orderly planned developmem or conflict with plans or goals of communities near the airport. The new approach procedures will not cause any increase in surface traffic congestion. The new approach procedures will not have a significant impact on. noise levels of noise sensitive areas; nor have an impact on any air quality standards; nor have an impact on water quality or impact a public water system; nor be inconsistent with any Federal, State, or local law or administrative Mr. Mede Perrine Page 2 February 11, 2002 determination relating to the environment. The new approach procedures will not affect, either directly or indirectly, any human beings by creating impacts upon the environment. FAA Order 1050.1D, Appendix 4, paragraph 4.k is consistent with the above Statement. Please call me at 283-7951 if you have any questions. We look forward to your approval of this categorical exclusion for the Kenai Mumcipal Airport. Sincerely, Rebecca Cronkhite Airport Manager Kenai Municipal Airport CC: Jack LaShot, Kenai City Engineer www. ci.kenai.ak, us nal Municipal Airport 2001 Monthly Enplanements 5,ooo '~ 1 I 2 '~ Series1 7,829 1997-2001 Month (1) ERA (2) XXX Total 5 yr. Average Jan 7,829 0 7,829 8,076 , Feb 7,350 , Mar . 8,247 Apr 7,148 May 8,003 Jun 9,582 Jul 12,958 Aug 11,196 Sep 8,343 Oct 8,356 Nov 8,004 Dec 87067 Totals 7,829 0 7,829 Monthly enplanements down 471 compared to January 2002. KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT TO CITY MANAGER For the period of JANUARY 1st _ February 14, 2002 TOTAL RESPONSES: 117 EMS Calls: 104 YTD: 104 Public Assists: 8 8 Investigations & Inspections: 22 22 Fire Calls: 3 3 Mutual Aid: 2 2 Projected EMS Bill Collections for this Period $21,000 $21,000 OTHER ACTIVITY: Training: Airport Runway Checks: Plan Reviews' 635 hours 16 1 YTD: 635 hours 16 1 Public Education Fire Prevention: 19 hours 19 hours Kenai Police Departrr Memorandum To: Linda Snow, City Manager Fro ~n~~aniel Morris, Chief of Police Date: 2/13/02 Re: Monthly Administrative Report During January Lt. Jeff Kohler retired to take a private sector job and Chuck Kopp was promoted to Lieutenant. We are currently conducting promotional exams for a Sergeants position. Our two newest officers, Patricia Gordon and Benjamin Langham are scheduled to attend the police academy from March 2 - June 6, 2002. Officers Gus Sandahl and Kelly George will be completing the 17- week D.A.R.E. program at the end of February with the graduation ceremony scheduled for March 5, 7pm at Mt. View Elementary. The guest speaker will be Phillip Reid, Special Agent in charge of the FBI, Alaska. Since January 1, 2002 officers have attended training on "Interpersonal Violence" and "Child Seat Belt Restraint Systems". Supervisors will be attending a course on "Weapons of Mass Destruction" 'at PRISM on February 19th and 20th. Our quarterly meeting was held last week with the Kenai Peninsula Chiefs, District Attorney, Adult Probations, DFYS and Juvenile Intake to discuss issues. There were 534 calls for service in January, up slightly from 2001. DLM/rr · Page 1 Linda Snow From: Ewa Jankowska [ejankowska@ci.kenai.ak. us] Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 3:23 PM To' Linda L Snow Subject: Monthly report- J~nuary 2002 January 2002 proved to be a busy month at the Kenai Community Library. Our circulation numbers are 13% higher than a month before and the Library door registered 6,842 visits. The Library. continues with its weekly reading programs for preschoolers and toddlers and its new film club meetings. We are looking forward to the Family Storytelling program and the Dr. Seuss Birthday in March. The Library Commission met on January 5 and discussed the proposed extension with the architect, Bill Kluge, the Kenai City Manager- Linda Snow and the Public Works Manager- Jack LaShot. The Commission has requested a work session with the City Council to discuss the project. The Friends of the Library introduced two new members on their Board of Trustees- Phil Sonnichsen and Sal Mattero. During their meeting on January 11, the Friends discussed their involvement with the library extension project. They reported a very successful membership campaign and are planning for the next fund raising events- the Central Peninsula Writer's Night at the Kenai Conventions and Visitors Center and a book sale in June. 2/14/2002 CITY OF KENAI "oa 4 KENAI PARKS & RECREATION 227 CAVIAR ST. KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-3855 1 907-283-7926 FAX 907-283-4675 MEMORANDUM KENAI All America ~ TO: FROM: DATE: Linda Snow, City Manager Robert J. Frates, Parks & Recreation Director~~~Y February 13, 2002 City Manager Report ,Weekly accomplishments: - Met with Rick Baldwin and Betsy Arbelovsky regarding feasibility of Boys and Girls Club beginning a club hockey program in the near future. - The Recreation Department co-sponsored and facilitated a number of activities for the Peninsula Winter Games such as a Men's Basketball Tourney, Youth Pool Tourney, Hockey Tourney, Multi-Purpose / Peninsula Winter Games Grand Opening, Teen Dance and a Broomball Tourney. - Coordinated with Andrew Cannichael on the 2006 Arctic Winter Games Bid. - Budget preparation. - Placed order for misc. summer flowers. - Discussed with Parks & Rec. Commission some long-term plans for Sect. 36 development. - Beautification Committee is discussing furore replacement of banners. Information is currently being collected and researched. - Began taking down pole decorations. - Rec. staff members are working on a Valentine Teen Dance and Adult Wallyball Tourney. - Coordinating a Nordic ski clinic for February 25, 26, and 27. To Do: - Devise way to limit light use at Multi-Purpose Facility. - Meet with BMX interest group and individuals wishing to develop small park off' Kulila Place. - Work with Kenai Lions Club on Municipal Park Developmem. - Complete pole decoration removal. - Meet with figure skating representative next week regarding figure skating at the Multi-Purpose Facility. - Gather data on fink sub-floor temps. Kenai Alternative H~h School Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Dennis Dunn, Principal]Teacher 11247 Frontage ~oa£ Ste. C Kenai, Alaska 99611 (907) 283-7844 (907) 283-6463 FAX we are half way through the '02 school year. We continue to 'make positive strides in addressing the needs and circumstances of the students at Kenai Alternative High School. We have two celebrations at the end of the school year to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments students have made within the school year. We have an end of the year dance for the entire school and staff. This is schedule for Saturday, April 27~h and will be held at'the school. We currently have seventy-five students enrolled. This sometimes is the first high school social event a student will attend. Graduation is scheduled for Friday, May 17, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. It will be held in our gymnasium. As is customary, we will be hosting a reception after the graduation ceremony. It gives friends, family and the community and opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments these students have made. We are a small school and depend on the community for support. This year, we will have approximately eighteen (18) graduating seniors. We are hoping that your organization will be able to make a donation to our graduation fund. Thank you in advance for your continued support of our program! Sincerely, Phyllis Ann Halstead, Secretary/Student Advocate 1 DEPARTMENT OF FISHAND GAM'E OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER TONY KNOWLES, Ge P. O, BOX 25526 JUNEAU, ALASKA 99802-5526 PHONE: (907) 465.4100 FACSIMILE: (907) 465-2332 January 31, 2001 Carol L. Freas, City Clerk City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Ave., Suite 200 Kenai, .AK 99611-7794 Dear Ms. Freas: Thank you for your letter in reference to resolutions made by the Kenai City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly concerning the dip net fishery on the south side of the Kenai River. Soon after receiving your. letter and accompanying resolutions, I contacted Lance Trasky. of the Division of'Habitat and.Restoration and Robert Clark'of the Division of Sport Fish. to discuss this issue... Per your letter;they contacted'your City Manager, Linda Snow, and'with the. aid:ofKenai River Center staff, scheduled a teleconference on this issue for January 17. · , . During the January 17 teleconference, several issues with the dipnet fishery on the' south side of the Kenai River were discussed with the representatives from the city of Kenai. Lance Trasky and Bob Clark heard that the root cause of problems in this segment of the dip net fishery are due tothe lack of road access to the fishery, which prevents the city from providing sanitation and safety on the south side of the Kenai River. All 'agreed the model for providing services to the north side of the river (safe access via a road with parking fees that paid for basic sanitation ser¢ices) ;vas a good one. Several options for dealing with the problem were discussed, including a parking pad with no road to the site, several options for a road to the site, and the city closing the site to use. The cost of a road and the need to cross over a mile of intertidal wetlands were identified as constraints. My staff indicated to me that they would look at all available options for helping the city to resolve the problem, including the available road options and an education program for dip netters in proper use of the south side site. · . Although no decisions, towards a solution were made, it was a very encouraging and productive first meeting. I'm sure my'staff will continue to work with 'the city of Kenai to consider all' options for providing sanitation and safety to this.segment of the dip net fishery. Feel free to .. 11-K2LH Ms. Carol L. Freas 2 January 3 l, 2002 contact Lance Trasky at 267-2335 or Bob Clark at 267-2222 directly in the future regarding this issue. Sincerely, Frank Rue Commissioner cc; Bob Clark Lance Trasky INFORMATION ITEMS KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 20, 2002 o 1/2002 Kenai Multipurpose Facility Activity Report. , 1/2002 Library Activity Report. o Applications for Commission/C°mmittee· Lori Seymour-- Beautification Gina M. Kuntzman -- Council on Aging, Parks & Recreation, Harbor o 2 / 8 / 02 K. Graves (Harbor Commission) email to Public Works Manager Kornelis with attached 12/12/01 RDC letter regarding draft proposed Alaska Coastal Management Program Implementation Regulations. . 2/2002 Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc., Resource Review. KENAI MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY ACTIVITY REPORT MONTH: January 2002 ACTIVITY Customer Type: KPHA Hrs. KCHS Hrs. Homer Hrs. North Pen. Rec. Men's Over 3 5 Hrs. Rusty Blades Hrs. Houston High Hrs. Nikiski High Hrs. Total Hrs-. Revenue: Ice Rental Expenses- Ice Maint. (contract) Electric (Dec. 27- Jan. 28) Gas Water & Sewer Total Revenue: Total Expenses: THIS MONTH 41 51.5 17 3 3 6.5 123 $9,854.50 $11,703.39 6,073.39 THIS MONTH LAST YEAR 18 22 41 $3,060.00 $1,638.42 THIS YEAR TO DATE 70 62.5 24 LAST YEAR TO DATE 40 23.5 3 335.37 $9,854.50 1,493.71 103.29 6 6 66.5 $5,621.11 $18,112.15 $3,235.42 $3,060.00 $34,663.86 $14,284.50 681.99 10,575.09 $23,406.78 $14,284.50 9.5 179 $5,204.50 221.02 2,810.01 $2,590.08 $5,204.50 REPORT FOR JANUARY, 2002 CIRCULATION Adult Juvenile Easy Books Fiction 2078 Non-Fiction 1978 Periodicals 60 431 339 1457 445 Cassettes Intemet Access CDs Kits 145 734 104 7 Misc. 56 Puzzles 5 Videos 1294 DVD 5 Total Printed Materials .............6788 Total Circulation ............................ 9138 ADDITIONS Docs Adult Juvenile Easy Books AV Gifts 6 85 2 12 - Purchases - 334 25 22 3 Total Additions .................................. 489 INTERLIBRARY LOANS Ordered Received Returned Books 15 14 17 INTERLIBRARY LOANS BY OUR LIBRARY ............ 47 INTERNET USE ......... 734 VOLUNTEERS Number .....8 Total Hours ..... 167 INCOME Fines and Rental Books Xerox Lost or Damaged Books $1,468.11 213.25 85.95 Total Income for January,2002 ............ $1,767.31 Library Cards Issued January, 2002 Kenai 50 Homer 1 Kasilof 7 Nikiski 14 Soldotna 21 Sterling 5 Other 12 Total 110 Library Patronage ......6,842 Persons Adult Programs ........ 56 Persons Children's Programs... 192 Persons CITY OF KENAI "Village ~ith ~ p~st - Ci~ ~ith ~ £uture." BACKGROUND AND PE, CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT COMMISSIONS DATE: Resident of the City of Kenai? ~ Residence Address ~:~ ~ ~ ~~~~.~~'~ --{~'~', Home Fax No. ~- Business Fax No. ~- How lonE? ,S AND ~ ~L~. ~~;,/,/Home Telephone No. ~-..g ~-_~.~/.~" · Business Telephone No Email Address: EMPLOYER: * ' NAME OF SPOUSE: '~~_ 0 Current membership in organizations: Job Title COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS IN WHICH YOU ARE INTERESTED: WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE INVOLVED WITH THIS COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE? WHAT BACKGROUND, EXPERIENCE, OR CREDENTIALS DO YOU POSSESS TO BRING TO THE BOARD, COMMI~/~ION OR COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP? / /- S~ig{u~tur-e d' v~u ~r ruur lur. uo,Ul rii ~X~l~iir- ~.r.r~£ ~lrlir. £171Illl 171rlA I~IU, ~Ut r'O0 ~IUD ~, U~ CITY OF BACKGROUND AND PI~RSONAL CANDIDATE8 FOR APPOI~MI~NT COMM1881ONS DATIt: Re~Ideflt of tho City of Renal? ~~. ~ How lo~g? Hom~ F~ No. Business F~ No. ~07--~.%~ ~ t 0 ~ HAMS OF SPOUSE: ~ut memb~rsMp ha or~anif~tlons: ,, I Ill, l _. , ....... I Past o~l:anfzatlona.t memberships: ', ..........  tDo YOU WANT.TO B2 INVOLVEIP. WITH. ?HI8 COMMI ~8ftl0N OR ~~~E? ~ / ,,, ' - _ ... , . '',,, . , __ ~ ' . ,, _.. WHAT BACKOROUND, F, XP~RIENC~, OR CR~DENTiAI~ DO YOU PO~alga8 TO B~NG TO THE BO~, Keith Kornelis F rom: Sent: To' Subject: Resource Development Council f... Graves, Kathleen [KGraves@borough.kenai.ak. us] Friday, February 08, 2002 11:10 AM 'kornelis@ci. kenai.ak, us' FW: Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc..htrn ..... Original Message ..... From- Graves, Kathleen Sent' Friday, February 08, 2002 11'08 AM To' ' kornelis@cr, kenai.ak.us' Subject- Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc..him <<Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc..htm>> Dear Keith, Please think about this letter, i will most likely not ascend the DGC meeting on the 19th. If you could reproduce this for the Council and Committee members it might be helpful. Let me know what you think please, Thank-you, Kathleen Growing Alaska Throu.~e,n Responsible Resource Development Draft Proposed ACMP Implementation Regulations Comments December 12, 2001 Mr. Randy Bates ' Division of Governmental Coordination Office of the Governor P.O. Box 110030 Juneau, Alaska 99811-0030 Re: Draft Proposed ACMP Implementation Regulations Dear Mr. Bates: On behalf of the Resource Development Council for Alaskm Inc. (RDC), I am writing to express our serious concerns with DGC's draft proposed Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP) Implementation Regulations. The ACMP has an enormous impact on RDC's member companies from all basic industry sectors operating in nearly every region of Alaska. Developing a clear, well-organized, equitable framework for the ACMP will be critical to ensure Alaska's regulato~ climate is one that does not unduly discourage private sector investment and economic development. We do not believe these proposed regulations succeed in this regard. As you know, RDC is a private, membership-funded, non-profit trade association. Our members include individuals and leading companies from the mining, timber, oil and gas, tourism and fishing industries. Also within our ranks are local communities, Native corporations, organized labor and industry support firms. Our mission is to grow Alaska's economy through the responsible development of the state's natural resources. In developing the following comments RDC has worked closely with the Alaska Oil & Gas Association, the Alaska Miners Association and the Alaska Support Industry Alliance, as well as many other individual companies within RDC's membership. Our concerns with the proposed regulations fall into four areas: A) schedule discipline, B) homeless stipulations, C) applicability and scope, and D) the elevation and petition process. Schedule Discipline Of utmost importance is the creation of a clear, efficient, and predictable process for making consistency determinations under the ACMP. The unpredictable nature of the 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 file://D:\Keith\C ~A20I ~A20P\Kenai ~A20Coastal ~A20Trail\Resource ~A20Development ~A20Council z... 02/08/2002 various timelines makes the process inheremly difficult to navigate. As currently drafted, the regulations prevent an applicant from predicting when the process clock will start, let alone when it will end. For example, there is no deadline for a determination of completeness, nor for publication of the required public notice. Moreover, the start day can be negotiated among the state agencies without the agreement of the applicant. Once the clock does start, extensive schedule modifications can be made at the discretion of the coordinating agency, again without the approval of the applicant. Most troubling is the ability, to extend the schedule indefinitely for "complex issues." Until more certainty can be injected into the review schedule, the regulated community will suffer unnecessary costs and delays. Homeless Stipulations The current practice of imposing homeless stipulations through the consistency review process is unlawful in our opinion. Unfortunately, the current draft regulations would institutionalize this practice and call into question the legality of the ACMP. In adopting the Alaska Coastal Management Act, the Legislature made a policy decision that the ACMP would not create yet another permit. The Legislature did not authorize the imposition of conditions under the ACMP. Neither the Coastal Policy Council, DGC, nor any other governmental entity is authorized to impose permit conditions to ensure consistency with the ACMP under AS46.40. Yet DGC's regulations attempt to create a "networked" system by delaying project permits so that conditions no agency is authorized to impose can be attached to the agency permits under the auspices of the ACMP. Provisions within the proposed regulations that attempt to create substantive conditioning authority are invalid. DGC should only determine whether the project, as proposed, is consistent or inconsistent. If DGC believes the project must be modified to be consistent, it should find the project inconsistent and identify the inconsistencies. Most applicants will continue to work with the resource agencies and DGC to address concerns and modify the project, if needed, before the final consistency determination. Applicability & Scope The proposed regulations lack clarity regarding applicability and scope. These issues are addressed in numerous provisions, none of which set forth the same standard. Moreover, the regulations provide no objective criteria for determining applicability or scope. Rather, each is left to the discretion of the coordinating agency on a case-by-case basis. RDC recommends that applicability and scope be def'med by the folloWing three criteria. First, consistency reviews should only be required when the project is located within the defined boundaries of the coastal zone. Second, the scope of the review should be limited to those activities on the C-List. Finally, only those activities which have a "direct and significant impact to any coastal use or resource" should be reviewed. Both state and federal statute support use of the "direct and significant impact" standard. Elevations & Petitions The proposed elevation and petition processes are areas of unnecessary confusion and significant concern to RDC. As currently drafted, it is not possible to complete the petition process in 30 days as state law requires. This discrepancy must be corrected. Furthemom, the two-tiered elevation system is overly cumbersome and of limited 0 0 0 0 0 0 file://D:\Keith\C ~A20I ~A20P\Kenai ~A20Coastal ~A20Trailhq. esource ~A20Development%20Council ?... 02/08/2002 tx~uurcc t~evelopmem uoun¢ll Ior AlasKa: inc. Page 3 of 3 benefit, and therefore RDC proposes the director-level elevation be eliminated. The elevation process should consist only of a single review by the agency commissioners. This change alone will greatly simplify the process. Conclusion RDC believes the ACMP process is intended to serve a procedural coordination function that networks existing resource agency permitting authorities as they apply to projects having a significant and direct impact on coastal resources. In fact, in many cases our members have come to appreciate and rely upon the coordination aspects of the ACMP process. However, the benefits of the coordination function to the regulated community are outweighed in the proposed regulations by lack of schedule discipline, lack of clarity regarding applicability and imposition of unlawful homeless stipulations. RDC understands the time and effort DGC has put into the development of these proposed regulations. We appreciate the many productive changes that have been incorporated in the latest draft. Nevertheless, there remain several substantial shortcomings in our view. As an alternative to the current process, we suggest DGC consider negotiated mlemaking in an effort to move forward in a productive and meaningful way. This opportunity to make real and effective regulatory improvements to encourage ongoing investment in the economic growth and development of Alaska should not be rushed. Thank you for your consideration and please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. Sincerely, RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL for Alaska, Inc. Tadd Owens Executive Director cc: Governor Tony Knowles Liemenant Governor Fran Ulmer Pat Galvin, Director, DGC Commissioner Pat Pourchot, DNR Commissioner Michele Brown, DEC Commissioner Frank Rue, DF&G Home IWhat is RDC? l Issues I Action Alerts I Legislature I Resource Review I Links I Contact RDC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 file://D:XKeith\C ~A20I ~A20P\Kenai ~A20Coastal ~A20Trail\Resource ~A20Development ~A20Council z... 02/08/2002 F~ ~~-LALA'SKA'S ROLE IN NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY a,r P^u~^ P. E^s~.£Y -'Alaska's North Slope contains America's largest oil fields and caribou herds. With strict environmental laws and regulations, wildlife coexists with oil development in the re~ion. 'commUn invest: in~'enVironmental protection rfieasures ..... UneqUaled elseWhere in the world. But supply has not kept pace with demand, and Americans are now realizing they can no longer take these abundant energy supplies for granted. They have a huge stake in political decisions affecting energy price and supply. The dawn of the 21st century found the world economy flat, and struggling. It found the U.S. facing unexpectedly high energy osts and shortages. At the same time, our dependence on imported oil was at an all-time high. More than 20,000 supertankers (mostly single-hulled) a year arrive in U.S. ports on each coast bringing foreign oil to our refineries. These shipments cost our economy a minimum of some $200,000 a minute. The overall costs of foreign imports have never been calculated. The Interstate Oil and Gas Compact commission notes Americans pay "only a fraction of the true cost of imported oil at the gasoline pump." Their tax dollars in effect subsidize foreign economies by keeping shipping lanes open and safe, improving deteriorating infrastruc- ture, and protecting and defending the oil fields, it said. When times are good, as they have been in the 1990s, neither the public nor the Congress gives energy matters much thought. It is now time to pay attention. (Continued to Pa~e 6) Why The Fiscal Gap Must Be Addressed Sooner Than Later If nothin8 chan~es between now and 2005, Alaska's reserves will be ~one and the operatin~ budget will need to be cut by a dramatic q5%. The ripple effects of such a cut will severely handicap the economy and devastate our quality of life. Page 3 Fiscal Gap 3 Alaska Exports q ASRC Report 5 Upcominff Events 5 Energy Policy 6 ACMP Regulations g Sealaska Impact 9 Subsistence 10 RDC Membership 11 · tu re now. GASOLINE SULFUR CONTENT (measured in parts per million) Tesoro Alaska's Iow sulfur gasoline is an idea that's ahead of its time. But that shouldn't surprise you, because at Tesoro Alaska we're always thinking ahead. Pushing the envelope. Our refinery on the Kenai Peninsula is con- stantly producing quality products that are naturally clean. Low sulfur gasoline is a prime example. Tesoro Alaska's Iow sulfur gasoline already exceeds all federally mandated environmental standards for the year 2006. So you can breathe easier knowing that we're doing our part to keep the air cleaner in Alaska--today and tomorrow. IIIIIIIIII !111111111 IIii111111 Federal Recluiremepts For 2006 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII Current National Average TESORO / Resource Development Council 121 W. Fireweed, Suite 250 Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: (907)276-0700 Fax: (907) 276-3887 E-mail: resources@akrdc.or~ Website: www. akrdc.or~ Material in this publication may be reprinted without permission provided' appropriate credit is ~Jiven. Writer & Editor Carl Portman Executive Committee Officers President Sr. Vice President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Past President Robert B. Stiles Charles W. Johnson Mark Hanley Uwe Gross Stephanie Madsen Jim Branch Staff Executive Director Deputy Director Projects Coordinator Finance/Membership Tadd Owens Carl R. Portman Jason 8rune Billie Rae Gillas Resource Review is the official periodic publication of the Resource Development Council (RDC), Alaska's largest privately funded nonprofit economic development organization working to develop Alaska's natural resources in a responsible manner and to create a broad-based, diversified economy while protecting and enhancing the environment. Page 2 February 2002 Resource Review www. akrdc.org ACTION IS NEEOED NOW To BALANCE 'STATE BOOKS Recently there has been a great deal of discussion re- garding the state of Alaska's fiscal situation. Officials from both parties in the exec- ,utive and legislative branches of our government have sounded a familiar warning - Alaska's Constitutional Budget Reserve account (CBR) will be depleted sometime in 2005. At that time we will have a projected annual budget deficit in the neighborhood of $1.2 billion! Alaskans have heard this warning before most recently during the 1998 Vote Yes campaign. At that time, higher-than-expected oil prices delayed our day of reckoning. Expecting such good fortune again would not be wise. Why? Simple mathemat- ics. The oil and gas industry pays for the lion's share of the state's general fund expenditures - nearly 80 percent. It does this .primarily through taxes and royalties on oil produced on .... 'the North Slope and shipped through the Alaska Pipeline. Production from the North Slope has dropped (907) 276-0700 steadily from its high of 2 million barrels per day in 1988 and has leveled off at a rate of approxi- matelv one mil- lion barrels per day. For the state to collect the same revenue it did at peak production, the price of a barrel of oil would need to remain at nearly twice its historic average. This is clearly not a realistic scenario. Taking action now to balance the state's books is good government for two reasons. First, our constitu- tion requires the state to operate on a balanced budget. If nothing changes between now and 2005 when the CB R is expected to be empty, Alaska's operating budget will need to be cut by a draconian 45%. The ripple effects of such a cut will .severely handicap our econ- omy and devastate our quality of life. Second, private sector job creation and capital invest- ment in Alaska will suffer until the state's fiscal regime is stabilized. If you were the CEO of an independent oil and gas company, would you invest in Alaska fearing you might well be paying a much higher tax bill in the next five years ? Businesses thrive when the rules of the game are certain. The question we face today is not whether we need a long-term plan to balance the state's books, but what should such a plan look like? There are no easv choices, no silver bullets to solve this problem. It will require leadership from our elected officials and sacrifice from Alaskans. It will require fis- cal discipline as well as new revenue from a varietv of sources. Here are a few prin- ciples we at RDC feel address the issue responsibly. Foremost, current' state spending must be restrained until there is a plan in place to balance the budget over the long term. New general fund spending approved dur- ing last year's budget process totaled nearly $100 million and the Governor recently introduced plans to spend approximately $200 million in additional general fund monies in the next fiscal year. Most of this new money is being invested wisely, but until we bring revenue in line with expenditures, it is impossible for Alaskans to evaluate conflicting budget priorities accurately. Would you ask your family to choose between remodeling your home or buying a new home if you thought you might not have the money to afford either one over the long term? Beyond holding spending in check, Alaska needs new sources of revenue and the first to be brought on-stream should be a broad-based tax such as a state income or sales tax. We have enjoyed the free ride of oil wealth for too long. As citizens we are dis- connected from our own government because we pay so little for services we receive. Outside of some modest user fees and sin taxes Alaskans pay next to nothing for state government serv- ices. Until this relationship changes Alaskans will not be fully engaged in the operation of our govern- ment. There are relative advan- tages and disadvantages with (Continued to Pa~e 5) February 2002 Resource Review Pa~e 3 EXPORT INDUSTRIES SHOW RESILIENCY By Gre~ Wolf Director Alaska Division of International Trade & Market Development Resiliencv. Underlying strength. ~hese are words that aptly characterize the performance of Alaska's ex- port industries in 2001. Despite the complete cessa- tion of overseas crude oil ex- ports last year and a worldwide economic slow- down, Alaska's exports re- mained strong. For the full year 2001, the Division of International Trade & Market Development (ITMD)~ is fore- casting total exports to reach $2.5 billion, a level on par with the previOus year. For the first nine months of 2001, overall exports from Alaska to the world grew by 3% compared with the same period of the previous year. At the beginning of the year, ITMD was cautious about the outlook for 2001, mainly because of the decision by North Slope oil producers to send all of their production to refineries in the Lower 48, but also due to continuing economic weakness in Japan, Alaska's largest export market~ In previous years, compa- nies had exported a portion of their North Slope production to customers overseas. These exports were significant. In 1999, for example, oil exports totaled $500 million. Without these exports it was anticipated that the state's export numbers would drop consid- erably. Fortunately, strong results among other major export sectors more than compen- sated for the loss of oil shipments abroad. Seafood exports were up 21% total- ing over $1 billion through the third quarter of 2001. Despite negative news in the salmon and crab fisheries, §roundfish such as Pollock and Pollock roe posted impressive gains. wood products industry continues to struggle and ex- ports were off 18% through the end the third quarter. 2001 was a year in which Alaska companies continued to diversify both their prod- uct mix and customer base. While Asian markets were sluggish, Alaskans pursued new or expanded opportuni- ties in Canada, Europe and Looking forward, [TMD is cautiously optimistic that 2002 will end with exports at a similar level to 2001. As Japan is the state's largest market, accounting for some 50% "of Alaska's total exports, the relative strength or weakness of the Japanese economy and its currency will have a sizeable impact. Markets in Asia that likely hold the greatest promise in the year ahead are Korea, already Alaska's second largest market, and China, the state's fifth largest trading partner. While other coun- tries in the region anticipate flat or negative growth, Korea expects GDP growth for 2002 in the 4 to 5% range Alaska's Export Commodities 2001 (tim)ugh 3rd qtr) Mnemls Oi aldC-,as 11% Fatlizer8% OtherlO% Weed6% Som~ U.S. Cen~.~ ~ate ef C~i~ Oala Alaska's Export Markets 2001 (threugh 3rd qtr) 43% Other17% K~a2~ Canaclll 7% Gemtany 5% Chha 4% l~gi~n 4% Increased production helped Alaska's mineral ex- ports post a 21% increase through the third quarter in spite of a decline in zinc prices. Zinc accounts for the lion's share of the state's mineral exports. Fertilizer exports from the Agrium plant in Nikiski were up 30% over the previous period last year. Alaska's Mexico. During the first three quarters of 2001, Alaska's exports to Canada increased 28% and exports to Germany and Mexico soared 245% and 340% respec- tivelY' Meanwhile exports to Japan declined 21% during the period and shipments to Korea grew by 4% over the same period the previous year. and China's economy should grow by 7 to 8%. ~n 2002, ITMD will con- tinue to work closelv with Alaska firms seeking to enter new markets or expand business within existing ones. For furth~~ information and assistar. contact a specialist a~ 269-8110 or visit our website at www. dced.state.ak, us/trade/. Page q February ;?002 Resource Review www. akrdc.or~ FISCAL GAP NEEDS IMMEDIATE ATTENTION (Continued from Pa~e 3) both a sales and income tax. A sales tax targets consumption while an income tax targets iabor. A sales tax is regressive in nature while an income tax can be made to mirror the progressive nature of the federal income tax structure. A state income tax of 3.5% of federal taxable income would raise approximately $300 million annually. A sales tax of 3% exempting food and medical services would raise approximately $210 million annually. A 3 % sales tax with no exemptions would raise $300 million. The public and our pol- icy makers should vigorously debate the relative merits of these tools, but ultimately one or some combination of the .. two must be used to help balance our budget over the long term, and to give individual Alaskans a stake in how state government spends our money. In addition to a broad-based tax, Alaskans should seriouslv consider new uses of income from the Permanent Fund. Tw~ relatively painless steps should be taken immediately. First, deposits into the Permanent Fund should be limited to the constitutionally required 25% of mineral rents, royalties and royalty payments. In 1980 the legislature passed legislation that required 50% of such funds be deposited into the Permanent Fund.- Representative Norm Rokeberg has ASRC LOOKS FORWARD IN 2002 ¢~.,.$~g before RDCs January 17 breakfast m Atichorage, :.~Jacob Adams, Pri~s~dent of Krcac Slope Re-gl°hal cOrporation) 'TSaid his Nativ~' ~°rp0rati°~"e~pe~'~°r the se~:~nd 5rear iff a'i'°w ' ~"~iO' top $I billion in annu~'~enue in:'2'001' The Barrow-based 'Native regional corporaiion' is th~."~st homegrOwn Alaska business to break the $1 billion barrier. In his RDC address, Adams focused on a number of projects, including the newly developed Alpine oil field, ExxonMobil's plans for the Point Thompson area, ANWR, subsistence and the urban-rural divide in Alaska. Adams said he was encour- aged by BLM's plans for another lease sale in the north- west sector of NPR-A, as well as what he called "significant interest in the area by some new and smaller players consider- ing an increased interest in Alaska." On the urban-rural issue, Adams urged Alaskans to keep in mind that most of the state's economy is enabled by resource development, which occurs in rural areas. Referring to a conflict between the' North Slope Borough and some legislators over taxing and education funding, Adams said ~the legislature should not covet to take what little rural Alaskans have, but to embrace their values and provide support for their fellow Alaskans." His full remarks are available at www. akrdc.org. "UPCOMING RDC BREAKFASTS AND EVENTS February 7 I John lani, EPA Re~ion 10 Administrator (AnchoraSe Petroleum February ;?:t! Senator Frank Murkowski (sheraton Anchoraffe)"" March q-5 t RDC Board Legislative Fly-in Ouneau) March 7 j LLGovernor Fran Ulmer (Sheraton Anch0ra~e) . .. . :-.,-- ..... '-'!":, .:-:::;':-7<. -Event RsvP' Line: (907i 276-0700 ...... ,, ,, ............. introduced legislation to address this issue and estimates a return to the state's general fund of $35 million. Second. after paying dividends and inflation proofing the principal of the Permanent Fund, the legislature should use the excess earnings for general fund expenditures. Doing this will not reduce the principal of the Permanent Fund while providing an estimated $250 million annually to the general fund. The Permanent Fund was created to replace the one-time revenue source from oil with a long-term revenue stream from investment. The time has come to use the Permanent Fund's excess earnings to help offset the decline in oil revenue to the state's coffers. In addition to these steps, the politically sensitive issue of capping the dividend should also be considered. Capping the dividend at $1,250 would provide an additional $325 million to the state. A $1,750 cap translates into $100 million in new general fund revenues. Eliminating the dividend all together is neither politically feasible nor economically sound. Scott Goldsmith with the University's Institute of Social and Economic Research likens the effect of the dividend on Alaska's economy to an addi- tional month of total state payroll. That's a lot of purchasing power and a huge economic stimulus. Eliminating this economic engine would be foolish. However, in light of our problem it's time to shift some of this money back to the state. Many other sources of revenue are being discussed currently in Juneau - an increased alcohol tax, a new cruise ship passenger head tax, an increased motor fuel tax and new oil and gas taxes to name a few. Most will serve only to complement the items I have discussed above, industry taxes, especially those directed at the oil and gas industry, should be considered only after some combination of a broad-based tax and redirected Permanent Fund income has been enacted. In providing nearly 80% of Alaska's general fund revenues, the oil and gas industry pays more than its fair share. It has demonstrated its commitment to Alaska. Furthermore, the oil and gas industry is Alaska's most dynamic private sector eco- nomic entity. It is an industry, like all of the state's resource industries, that operates in an ever more competitive global market. Asking too much of this or any other industry will serve as a disincentive to future investment in Alaska and will cool our economic prospects for the long run. A multifaceted solution to the fiscal gap will be the least damaging to the Alaska economy. That a bipartisan and bicameral group of legislators has formed the Fiscal Policy Caucus and is working to develop such a plan is good news for Alaskans. That they have not received strong support from the leadership of either the Senate or the House is not. Alaskans need to show our support for a long-term solution to the state's fiscal gap. Legislators must feel empowered to make tough decisions. The longer we wait to act the more painful it will be for all of us. 907) 276-0700 February ;?002 Resource Review Pa~e 5 U.S. Ener_~y Consumption Oil ,~].% Natural Gas 2q% Coal 23% Nuclear 8% Hydroelectric 3% Renewables 1% Consumption by Sector Industry '~0% Residential 23% Electric Utilities Commercial ].q% Other 9% ALASKA AND THE NATIONAL ENERGY PICTURE (Continued from Page ].) .[ . .. '".Washin~to~ fn'o r~-'f~i an roe ener~y indep'~n'dence': No other natioh"has' a ~:0~tli'ne restrictive. Or s0?;~'chiz0phrenic. We're.terrified. _ bY the. sight of oii wells off our coasts, yet our lifestyle demands an endless stream of tankers from corrupt oil~[opolies many thousands ot: miles- away." --Jim Surlins[, Pacific Le~[al Foundation President George W. Bush challenged the 107th Congress to address America's long-term, diverse energy needs. By Congress's actions it will encourage or discourage industry's ability to respond to future energy shortfalls. The National Energy Picture Sixty-five percent of the energy consumed in the U.S. comes from oil and gas. Energy policy discussions must therefore assume oil and gas will be the primary sources of energy until alternative sources become widely available and competitively priced. Coal provides another 23%, pri- marily for electricity generation, bringing the nation's fossil-fueled energy consumption to 88%, including imports. On a basic level, people un- derstand we depend too much on foreign oil, nearly half of which comes from the Middle East, but to most~ it has not been a major concern. The September 11 terrorist attacks altered this lack of concern. Many Americans now realize supply disruptions from areas that are terrorist breeding gounds could seriously impact the U.S. and other energy- dependent nadons. Since October 1997, we have purchased 700,000 barrels of oil per day from Iraq alone, costing the U.S. economy billions every. year. Recent polls show most Americans now believe pro- ducing more domestic energy would make the nation less susceptible to international conflicts. When compared to a July survey, new data showed a 22% increase among those who felt the positives of oil and gas development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) outweighed the negatives. Absent a strong production commitment, Americans know they will have to depend increas- ingly on imports to maintain the economy; lifestyles and now, an engaged military. The Bush Administration strongly opposes more imports; to the contrary, its goal is to reduce oil imports to 50% in the next ten years. Conservation and improved energy efficiency, will assuredly offset future demand, however, conservation itself cannot fuel agriculture, planes, tanks and automobiles, or serve as feed- stock for thousands of petroleum-based products. Ice roads are now being used to service newer North Slope oil fields. When the ice melts in the spring, virtually all traces of the road disappear. The North Slope accounts for one in every five barrels of domestic oil production. Photo: Carlile Transportation Patrick Burns of Citizens for a SoUnd Economy addressed supply concerns: "Our ever- increasing dependence on tbreign sources of energy has afforde~ some foreign governments undue influence over the U.S. economy." While the environ- mental consequences of drilling in sensitive areas of the country are exaggerated, he said, the threat of violence is real. America's Energy Future Energy Secreta~ Spencer Abraham told an audience last May that, unless the U.S. · changed course and filled the gap between supply and demand, the population would face 1970s-style gas lines and California-style energy miseries. He also observed' "In the next 20 years we expect overall U.S. energy consumption to increase by over 30 percent. We expect oil demand to increase by one third. We expect consumption of natural gas to 'increase by 62 percent. Forty percent of ou, domestic gas resources are now off limits or subject to restrictions that make them Pa~e 6 February 2002 Resource Review www.akrdc.or~ The frans-Alaska Pipeline System celebrates its 2Sth anniversary this summer. The pipeline has carried more than ].3 billion barrels of North Slope crude to Lower '.}8 markets. virtually impossible to develop." As the U.S. population increased from 203 million in 1970 to 281 million in 2001, so did the need for petroleum products. In 1970 America produced 9.6 million barrels of oil per day (bpd); in 2000 production dropped to 5.6 million bpd. Since 1975, )energy consumption has ~ grown by 34%. Imports compensated for do- mestic deficits as today's oil consumption rose to its highest level of nearly 20 million barrels per day. Total imports for the first seven months of 2001, as a percentage of total domestic petroleum deliveries, moved up to 60.6%. The U.S. now imports nearly ! 1.5 million barrels per day. More than half of every, tank of gas is imported. Since the 1970s, federal policy has led to less and less domestic energy production. During this time the U.S. has experienced four major oil price shocks, and each time, spirited debates called for a new "national energy policy." Congress appropriated some $20 billion dollars to research and subsidize alternative energy sources. It enacted sensi- ble efficiency standards for home appliances and construction. '/With each price or supply disruption, ener~ conservation and efficiencies were initiated, many with lasting effect. There is one area in which federal action dramatically dampened domestic energy production over the long term. it concerns energy, en- vironmental and economic policies that have each been dealt with in isolation, with- out evaluating the effect of each policy on the others. Through the ! 960s, industrial development, gov- ernment and military operations, and community expansion were often under- taken without considering their adverse environmental impacts. As environmental groups studied and publicized these impacts, the pendulum swung. Wide-ranging national en- vironmental laws and regula- tions were implemented at huge costs. The public and private sectors spent some $1.4 trillion (in 1990 dollars) on environmental programs between the early 1970s and early 1990s, vastly improving air and drinking water quality. America set many environmental stan- dards in the last thirty years and elevated global awareness of the need to be better stewards of land and environments. Yet the groups rightfully credited for these dramatic improvements downplay their accomplish- ments, demanding ).'et more financial commitments for their causes. The secret of en- ~'ironmental progress re- mains well kept. Fallout from the '70s envi- ronmental decade and the movement's growing power made it more difficult to au- thorize and build energy projects of an3, sort. Lead times for project approvals jumped from months to years. Citizen lawsuits and lengthy public processes brought multi-million-dollar became impossible during the 1990s. The growing population put additional strains on supply as each household required new services and equipment. The faat growing information-based economy required huge amounts of electricity. Forty percent of new vehicle buvers wanted gas-guzzling SUVs, trucks and vans. The laws and policies now firmly entrenched prevented access to oil, gas, coal, hydro- electric and geothermal resources. By winter 2000, projects to their knees. These oil, natural gas and electricity hurdles primarily affected costs had skyrocketed. Then- petroleum exploration and development, with nuclear and hydroelectric projects close behind. It seemed the public hardly noticed. With low oil and gas prices and limited exploration oppor- tunities in the 1980s, energy producers retrenched. They and their support service companies laid off workers, disposed of machinery, and equipment, closed up shop, or moved exploration budgets to foreign countries. The oil and gas industr3' lost more than 450,000 t~igh-paying jobs. Again it seemed the public hardly noticed. A string of mild winters further reduced prices and demand for oil and natural gas, making the supply pic- ture appear more secure than it was. Exploration on state and federal lands, some 40% of the nation's land base, Energy Secretary Bill Richardson told a New England audience: "We were caught napping. It's obvious the federal government was not prepared." President Makes Energy Policy a Priority As promised in his campaign, President Bush convened a policy study group, under Vice President Cheney's direction, to develop national policy. Over a five-month period, an integrated long-term energy, environmental and economic policy was crafted. It contained 105 recommenda- tions to "modernize conser- vation, modernize our infrastructure, increase our energy supplies, including renewables, accelerate the protection and improvement of our environment, and (Continued to Pa~e 8) (907) 276-0700 February 2002 Resource Review Pa~e 7 ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF ALASKA' O'iL (Continued from Pa~e 7) increase our energy security." Kev elements of the Bush imperative to increase domestic supply included tapping Alaska's Arctic coastal plain for a possible world-class oil and gas field. Under the Bush plan, revenues from oil and gas leasing would fund conservation, research, energy efficiency and use of alternative fuel sources. Even with remarkable progress in each of these areas, however, today's energy shortfall does not disappear. Except for production from older leases, there has been virtually no new leasing activity in decades on federal lands in the 48 contiguous states. Not one acre has been set aside for future energy needs. In addition, on the east and west coasts, residents have said "absolutely not" to offshore rigs. Pacific Legal Foundation attorney James Burling wrote in a recent editorial' "Washington has built more roadblocks than roadways to energy independence." For instance, he said, it has barred oil drilling off the East Coast, parts of Northern Alaska and the California coast. "No other nation with a coastline is so restrictive. Or so schizophrenic. We're terrified by the sight of oil wells off our coasts, yet our lifestyle demands an endless stream of tankers from corrupt 'oilgopolies' many thousands of miles away." In a stunning blow to environmental interests, which had lobbied strenuously against it, on August 2, 2001, the House of Representatives passed a comprehensive energy bill that allows drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. After the House vote (240 to 189), Resources Committee Chairman James v. Hansen (R-Utah) praised colleagues for supporting the modest incursion into the refuge's coastal plain,'limited to a 2,000-acre production area in the Scotland-sized refuge. The ANWR coastal plain contains America's most promising undrilled onshore structures with known petro- leum potential. In a 1998 assessment, the USGS concluded the area could produce up to 16 billion barrels of oil over more than 25 years. This estimate does not consider that tech- nology has greatly increased the amount of oil that can be extracted from a given reservoir. The 1998 assess- ment assumed only 37-38% could be produced, whereby recent experience has proved otherwise. Older North Slope fields are now expected to release more than 50% of the oil they contain. Prudhoe Bay, for example, will likely yield 60-65% of its oil. Consequently, Arctic geolo- gists find the USGS estimates pessimistic. If 10 billion or more barrels are found to be producible, the coastal plain would represent the world's largest new oil discovery in 30 years. National economic bene- fits from either an Alaska gas pipeline or ANWR develop- ment would be monumental. every, state. Exploration and production would be a boon to the entire economy; up to 1.5 million direct and indirect jobs, 98% of which would occur outside Alaska, would be created by both projects, at a time when the U.S. economy most needs them. The Seafarers International Union, addressing just ANWR development, notes that it would do more than just increase domestic c production. "'Americans do the exploration and drilling. U.S.-built pipelines will transport the oil.' Domestic facilities will refine and distribute it. U.S. energy producers and consumers will use it." American workers would also crew the growing fleet of environmen- tally safe, double-hulled, U.S.-flagged tankers that will carry the oil from Alaska, said Michael Sacco, the union's Federal revenues would- President. It would help expand increase by billions of dollars the nation's shipyard industrial from taxes, leases, bonus bids base, which would also support and royalties, benefiting critical military, services. The new Alpine oil field covers more than q0,000 acres, but technology has limited total surface impact to only 97 acres or two-tenths of one percent of the field. Page 8 February 2002 Resource Review www. akrdc.or~ STRONG OBJECTION TO PROPOSED ACM P FIEGS Indusm.-~md business associations represent- lng the full spectrum of Alaska's private sector economy joined together to blast the state's proposed Alaska Coastal Management Program regulations. In comments to the state Division of Government Coordination, RDC, the Alaska Oil and Gas Association (AOGA), the Alliance and the Alaska Miners Association each strongly objected to the second draft of the ACMP regulations, calling them unclear, undisciplined, unf~ and ?gal. "Nothing less than Alaska's investment and development furore is at stake," AOGA warned. 'Despite DGC's best intentions, we believe the current draft is a significant step backwards toward an unlawful and dysfunctional permitting scheme, lacking in even the minimum necessary, predictabili~ and discipline..." The associations contend the proposed re~m,tladons shoO& but do not, address four basic questions for eve ,ry project applicant: Does the ACMP apply to my project? What information must I submit for mv application to be complete? What standards will be applied to the consistency rex4ew of my project? Ho~ long will it take to obtain a consistencv determination? ' The ACMP has an enormous impact on all basic industn~ sectors operating in nearly every region. Stakeholders insist that the regulations could expand th~ reach of the ACMP to l~mds l~evond those intended by the Legislature, including projects hundreds of miles inland because of possible ind~irect effects on coastal uses of resources. When the ACMP program was adopted, the Legislature intended the pro- gram's review to apply to projects having direct and significant impacts on coastal resources. RDC emphasized that developing a clear, well-organized, equitable framework for the ACMP will be critical to ensure Alaska's regulatory; climate is one that does not =duly discourage private sector invest- ment and economic development. As an alternative to the current process, RDC suggested DGC consider negotiated rulemaking to move forward in a meaningful way. See RDC's comments at www. akrdc.org. ALASKA AND NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY (Continued from Pa~e 8) Jerry Hood, Special Assistant for Energy Policy. to the President of the Teamsters Union, stressed the importance of Alaska oil and gas development to job creation. "We need the energ~ we need the jobs, we need a comprehensive energy bill from the Semte," he said. Noting the counn-y was reeling from the recent loss of more than 200,000 jobs-with more layoffs expected-"this legislation would put Americans back to work' Timetable for Producing New Alaska Oil and Gas The Arctic coastal plain di~ers from typical isolated oil and gas basins in that it is adjacent to an existing pipeline and can benefit by Pmdhoe Bay's infrastructure. With a national imperative to do so, first production after leasing could occur as soon as two to three years, setting new Arctic industry, records. Residents in some states have elected not to explore or develop their energy resources for aesthetic or other reasons. Alaskans do not share these concerns because they recognize Arctic development has taken place under strict laws assuring the highest environmental protections. The most recent poll showed 75% found ANWR development in the state and nadonal interest. 78% of Inupiat Eskimos, who live in and own coastal plain land, and who use the Porcupine caribou for subsistence, are outspoken supporters. While Alaskans respect the sovereign rights of other states (907) 276-0700 to forego oil and gas development, they find it grossly unfair that these states should have veto power over states that seek to develop them within their own boundaries. Approving ANWR explo- ration and development is a bold policy step. W'dl the U.S. increase dependence on foreign countries for furore oil supplies? Will the U.S. agree to conserve more and produce more of its own energy ? W'dl the U.S. finally acknowledge that energy devel- opment and environmental protection are compatible? A positive, proactive energy policy is possible this year, and the logical course of action has never before been so apparent. At this moment, America's energy future is in our hands. Editor's Note: Refer to RDC's website at www. akrdc.org for the full text of this feature, which was edited for space. February 200~ Resource Review S~t~s~ Is MAJOR FORCE IN SOUTHEAST Sealaska Corporation spent $61 million in Southeast Alaska in 2000 and was a major force in the region's rural communities, employing 870 full-~e and part-me workers who earned an estimated $29 million in pay- roll, according to a McDowell Group study. The study measured the eco- nomic dependence of Southeast communities-particularly rural towns and villages with predominantly Native populations - on Sealaska,s study found that Sealaska and its contractors make the corpo- ration the largest private sector employer in SOutheast Alaska. .Including indirect employ- mem' and 'p~-ll/'~Sealaska related empl0ymentm~ 1,200 workers and $35 milh'on in The McD~?-"r~ated that the .eC~?f0f': rural Southeast. Alaska' is'built on a and income` fr6m g0vemment, indus~r, and other sources. Sealaska plays a significant role in the economies of several mml communities. Sealaska logging and ship-loading acdvlty repre- stated, important sources of cash to many village residents. With rnajor changes in fed- emi resource and land rrm~e-: ment h" Southeast, nearly every ~uni~.~th'i Native pop_. ulaiii~n 0£' 50% or 'more has dines and' in~ economic,, hardships tn recent years. Reduced logging activity on the Tongass National Forest, in particular, has had a strong im- pact on local communities. Since 1990, the volume of tim- bet harv~ annually from the Tongass has dropped by 7O%. The industry's current direct . :. ,- Pale 9 SUBSISTENCE ISSUE IS RIPE FOR CLOSURE In it simplest terms the "Subsistence Issue" arises out a conflict between the Alaska Constitution and Title VIII of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA). The Alaska Constitution grants equal access to fish and game to all Alaskans. Title VIII of ANILCA grants a priority, on all federal lands and navigable inland waters, to rural residents for subsistence use of fish and game. Because this conflict has yet to be resolved despite more than 10 years of effort, federal fish and game management practices, with a rural subsistence priority, are the controlling authority on approximately two-thirds of all lands and inland waters within Alaska. State fish and game manage- ment practices, without a rural subsistence priority, are the controlling authority on approximately one-third of all lands and inland waters within Alaska and all State owned marine waters. The conflict could be resolved and the State could regain primary management authoritv if: 1. The rural subsistence priority were eliminated from ANILCA or; 2. Alaska's Constitution was amended to allow for a rural subsistence priority. The State has consistently lost in the federal courts in its numerous attempts to decide the issue. The Alaska Congressional delegation has been .unwavering in its posi- tion that elimination of Title Both the. Hickel and the Knowles administrations have attempted to put a constitutional amendment before the voters, only to be thwarted in their attempts by the legislature. Only the legislature can place a consti- tutional amendment on the bal- lot. Once again, a proposed constitutional amendment has been placed before the legislature. This amendment, developed by a diverse group of Alaskans, fairly and equitably addresses several of the more contentious issues associated with a Constitutional Amendment granting a rural subsistence priority. Specifically the proposed amendment limits the rural subsistence priority to th, traditional fish or game resource in the area in which the rural resident lives. This provision eliminates a. subsis-- tence user from exercising the subsistence priority on an introduced species (i.e. goat on Kodiak) or exercising the priority within an area outside where the user lives. The proposed amendment also addresses the issue of a second tier priority for non-rural residents who have traditiOnally. VIII of ANILCA (the rural' exercised subsistencepractices. subsistence priority) is impossible. Clearly, neither the U.S. Congress nor the federal courts are going to solve this issue. We Alaskans are going to have to decide whether or not we wish to resolve the conflict or live with federal management authority for the foreseeable future. In the end, Alaskans deserve the chance to vote up or down on a Constitutional amendment and it's the Legislature's responsibility to give the voters that opportunity. The time has come to put a Constitutional amendment on the November ballot and to let Alaskans decide the issue. Pa~e 10 February 2002 Resource Review www.akrdc.or~ WHAT IS RDC? I RDC is the Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc., a statewide nonprofit, membership-funded or- ~anization made up of individuals, local communi- ties, Native corporations, or:~anized labor and businesses from all resource sectors, includin~ oil and ~as, mining, fishing, timber and tourism. Through RDC these interests work to~ether to promote and support responsible development of Alaska's resources. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc. .1.21 W. Fireweed Lane, Suite 2.50 AnchoraBe, AK 99503-2035 Phone: (907) 276-0700 Fax: (907) 276-3887 Name: Title: Company: Mailin~ Address: City/Stale/Zip: Phone/Fax: E-mail Address: RDC was formed in 1975, originally as the Organization for the Management of Alaska's Resources (OMAR). Today RDC is a consensus bUildi~ or~[anization'linkin~ diverse interests. .. It has become a leader in resource education from the classroom to the newspaper. Get involved and help RDC advocate and educate for today, for the future. Tadd O~v;ns RDC Executive Director · :,::i 2'~' .. Website: ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES CORPORATE INDIVIDUAL PLATINUM $2q00 or more $500 or more GOLD $1200 $300 SILVER $600 $150 BASIC $300 $50 PLEASE CIRCLE 1 OR 2 TOPICS OF MOST INTEREST: Oil & Gas Transportation Water Timber A~riculture Tourism Minin~ Energy Land (Wetlands) Fisheries Labor METHOD OF PAYMENT: Enclosed is a check for $ or o MC/VISA/AMEX # Exp. Date: The Resource Development Council for Alaska, inc. is classified a nonprofit trade association under IRS Code 501(c)(6). Membership dues and other financial support may be tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense, however, 15.9% of the dues are non-deductible. Dues are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax. Study Outlines Sealaska's Economic Impact On Southeast Alaska (Continued from Pag'e 9) employment of 600 people is nearly 1,900 jobs below the 1990 level. The Southeast Alaska .economy has lost over $100 )million in forest products payroll since 1990, not counting indirect and induced payroll losses. Potential impact of reduced Sealaska logging activity would vary across the region, according to the study. Local busi- nesses would see reduced sales resulting from the decline in local disposable income. In another study, the McDowell Group reported that while Juneau escaped much of the economic distress felt by Southeast Alaska communities from losses in the timber industry, employment fell 2 percent in Sitka, 3 percent in Wrangell and Petersburg, 8 percent in Haines and 9 percent in Ketchikan. Employment fell 17 percent in Skagway, Hoonah and Yakutat. In the wake of timber industry plant closures, the number of self-employed people and business owners is increasing. Many of the jobs are in tourism and cab driving, resulting in lower incomes. (907) 276-0700 February 2002 Resource Review Pa~'e 11 innovation. Service. For over 50 years, Era Helicopters have been advancing the aviation in- dustry in Alaska. At the forefront of our mission is safety and service. From assisting with the Northstar Oilfield project on the North Slope, to providing flightseeing op- portunities on Juneau's Icefieid our helicopters are always ready. 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