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Meet ing Packet
March 6, 2002
AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 6, 2002
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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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)
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Janine Espy, Love Inc. of the Kenai Peninsula -- Request for $3,000 to
Assist in Covering Costs for Centre Area Rural Transit System to
Transport Kindergarten Students.
ITEM C:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Resolution No. 2002-11 -- Requesting FY 03 Safe Communities
Funding from the Department of Community and Economic
Development.
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Resolution No. 2002-12 -- Awarding a Bid to Zubeck, Inc. for
Demolition of Hazardous Structures for the Total Amount of $14,700.
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Resolution' No. 2002-13 -- Transferring $3,500 in the Legal Department
Budget from Professional Services to Personal Services in Order to Hire a
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Temporary Code Enforcement Officer.
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Resolution No. 2002-14 -- Supporting the Passage of HB488, Allowing
Insurance Tax Credits for Gifts to Schools for the Study of Math, Science,
and Technology.
ITEM D:
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
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Council on Aging
Airport Commission
Harbor Commission
Library Commission
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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
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2.
3.
4.
*Regular Meeting of February 6, 2002.
*Verbatim of Item K-2 of February 6, 2002 Council Meeting.
*Regular Meeting of February 20, 2002.
*February 20, 2002 Work Session Notes
ITEM F:
CORRF~PONDENCE
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
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Discussion -- New Well House No. 4/Site Location -- Right of Entry and
Option to Purchase.
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
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Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
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
MAYOR'S REPORT
MARCH 6, 2002
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
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Mayor John Williams
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue
Kenai, Alaska 99611
F~brum-y 26, 2002
Dear Mayor Williams,
I would like to ask the City of Kenai to consider how help may be given to solve a problem that I believe
affects our city.
Central Area Rural Transit System, CARTS, has been transporting 42 Kindergarten studems to and from
school this year. Thirty-four of these are for Kenai kindergm'mers, 28 at Sears and 6 at Aurora Borealis.
Parems of these students lack the resources to provide this transportation for their children. Without
CARTS, the majority of these children Would not have attended Kindergarten.
Starting March 1, CARTS will be dropping this community service that they have be¢~ providing for flee.
In Janus, CARTS delivered over 4000 fides and will not be able to keep up with the demand for
) services and provide fi'ce fides. Without transpo~atio~ these students will not be able to finish their
school year.
I realize the time is short but I have exhausted all other resources I know of. I do believe that this will
have an impact on our community, so I am asking for assistance fi'om the City of Kenai. We are lacking
$3000 to purchase these rides. $2500 was given by UNOCAL and a doctor in our city has pledged
$5000 if we can come up with the final $3000. .
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We are seeing the effects of poverty in our community and on our children. The consequences are real;
hunger, neglect, abuse, hopelessness. "There is nothing worse than hopelessness. Often people who face
hardship and pain believe that, at least some day, things could get better. Even in dire circumstances, the
sick hope for a cure, or refugees hog¢ for peace. But what can poor children hope for" (World Vision).~
Educational attainment is the greatest indicator of job and income security.
Any amount you are able to give for these studems would be greatly appreciated. I would be happy to'
answer any of your questions pertaining to this situation. You can reach me at the LOVE INC office at
283-5252 or my home at 283-5621.
Sincerely,
Executive Director, C~ARTS Board Member
Enclosures
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LOVE INC of the Kenai Peninsula. PO Box 3052 Kenai, AK 99611 · 907-283-5252
loveinc~gci, net
We Can Make A Difference
Poor children are sounding a cry that goes largely unheard. Consequences
from our deaf ear are neglect, abuse, depression, violence, and even early
death. Too many people simply do not understand or are unwilling to admit that
poverty in the United States is both widespread and serious. Poverty exists in all
regions and states across our country including the Kenai Peninsula. In 1998,
one in every eight Americans was poor.
When individuals have meager incomes, they lack choices, mobility, and
opportunities for improvement. Self esteem is Iow. We see five year 01ds
burdened with adult cares. Their focus is not on education, it is on survival.
Five, six, and seven year olds are getting themselves to school because their
parents don't get up with them or the task of parenting is left to an older sibling.
School is a place where they can get fed and feel safe.
As of 1998 14 million children had limited or uncertain access to food.
Hunger contributes to the devastating cycle of poverty, it lowers academic
achievement creating higher rates of school failure. Families with children
represent the fastest growing segment of the American homeless population.
Currently, 5.3 million Americans lack affordable housing.
Poverty impairs a mother and father's ability to access essential medical care.
Shelter and food are a priority over health care. When able to receive
medications, it is often given on an empty stomach resulting in more problems
for the sick child.
Violence is another outcome of poverty. Kids are hardened by the time they
reach elementary school. They are angry, they insult each other as a way of
bonding. Some are so angry they must be restrained to keep them from
throwing classroom furniture. In 1997 there were 984,000 confirmed child
victims of abuse and neglect. How many cases went unreported? Three fourths
of the abusers were parents. In 1998 1100 children died from abuse and neglect
with the majority of the children under the age of five.
The group, America's Second Harvest, writes, "Young children in our country
are communicating in dramatic and heart-wrenching ways that their lives are
difficult and painful. And many times, that it is too much of a struggle to
continue. In 1997, suicide was the fourth leading cause of death in the United
States for children under 18." "There is nothing worse than hopelessness. Often
people who face hardship and pain believe that, at least some day, things could
get better. Even in dire circumstances, the sick hope for a Cure, or refugees
hope for peace. But what can poor children hope for."- World Vision.
We don't need to continue to ignore the powerful cry of our children. Children
in our community are hurt, scarred, discouraged because of the poverty grasping
their lives, their hearts, their dreams. We can make a difference.
In the year 2001, the LOVE INC network consisting of 49 churches
representing 25 different denominations, met the needs of 702 families touching
the lives of 1410 children. Food was distributed, financial assistance for housing,
rent and utilities was given, clothing and diapers was provided, furniture including
beds and bedding was donated. Holiday food and gift baskets were linked
between people who could share and those in need, transportation needs were
met, major home repairs were done along with every day household
maintenance. A breakfast program began in two elementary schools operated
by church volunteers and church funds.
The value of these goods and services given through the LOVE INC network
saved our community $151,000. That dollar amount is quite a picture of a
community coming together. It shows that our people care and want to do what
is right. People connecting with people to`serve so that our community might
prosper and live at peace. Every sector of our community coming together for
the be.tter of the whole can make a difference.
September
October
Breakfast Program Report
2001-2002
Sears , Redoubt Totals
Children .Servings Volnnteersi Children Servings Volunteers' Children 'Servings Volunteers
88~ 121 14! 0' 0~ 0. 88" 121. 14
584 808 59! 0' 0. 0 584, 808 59
669, 837 50i 93, 99~, 8' 762: 936 58
November , 654 797 35 i 753: 858- 41 -~ 1407 1655' 76
.~em~r , 478; 576 15! 4441 523 22 :' 37
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February.
Mar~h '
April ~
May ,
f~TALS: '
490:~ 574 15~ 774
704~
922' 1099
29 !', 1194. 1348: 44
: 0' 0
29631 3713. 188.! 1994i 2254
100 i~ 4957' 5967
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288'
SEARS
Volunteer Churches
Hours Involved
.~ugust 10.5 3
September 44.25 4
.October 37.5
26.25
1.25
January I 1.25
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.February
.March
April
May
TOTAL:~ 141 ' 4 '
REDOUBT TOTALS
Volunteer Churches Volunteer Churches
Hours Involved Hours Involved
0 0 10.5.
0' 0 44.25.
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36.75'
16~5'
21.75'
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Churches Involved:
Kenai Grace Brethren Church
Mo'adim Messianic Fellowship of Kenai
Peninsula Grace Brethren Church-
Soldoma Church of God
Star of the North Lutheran Church
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Central Area Rural Transit System, :[nc.
P.O. Boxg93, $oidotna,
(907,) 262-8900
Alaska 99669
Fax 262-6~22
"~riving People Happy!"
We are an Equal Opportunity Agency. Aux/liary A/de and Services are available to individuals w/th D/sab/I/ties.
March 6, 2002
Stan Pitlo
Director of Alaska NewsPapers
Peninsula Clarion
P.O. Box 3009
Kenai, AK 99611
Dear IVl.r. Pitlo,
IVlany families in the Central Area Rural Transit System, ]:nc. service area are unable to
transport their kindergarteners to and from school. So far this'year, CARTS has been
proViding nearly 40 children rides for free, but now needs $10,500 in local funding to be able
to finish out the year. Every community dollar can be leveraged with Federal funds on a
dollar for dollar basis to have enough money to pay for the service. The kindergarten
transportation program won't be initiated next fall until there is sufficient funding in place for
the whole year.
Thank you for your support of this important public transportation program. The coordinated
community effort that resulted in the CARTS system has proven extraordinarily successful,
with the areawide demand being much greater than anyone ever imagined. The Peninsula
Clarion's contribution of $2000 toward the required remaining balance will be a great help.
We accept your pledge and will be expecting the check in April.
Thank you so much!
Sincerely,
Kristin Lambert
Executive Director
November 14, 2001
CARTS
P.O. Box 993
Soldotna, AK 99669
Dear Kathy,
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Please iSsue me 5 $20 punch cards. Could you send them with one of the drivers when they pick me up> The mail is
sooooo slow. '
Please express my thanks and appreciation'to the Board of CARTS for providing such a needed service in our
c0mmmzity, i have been riding to and from work with CARTS for over 5 monfl~s. Each of fl~e drivers is friendly,
courteous and helpful. The rides have been for flxe most part on time and very dependable. There have been a Jew
incidents when a pick up was not on time due to some other circumstance but that is to be expected. Overall the service
has been great and I know that ]7 would not be able to get to and from work with as much confidence and ease without
CARTS service. '
A big TFL5NK YOU to the Board, Staff and all fl~e drivers for a job well done.
Hilda. Spires
50465 Holt Lamplight Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
776-8544
MEMORANDUM
To'
Kristin Lambert, Executive Director
Central Area Rural Transit System
From'
Rob Carillo, Flight Director
Challenger Center
Kenai, Alaska
RE"
Charter Van Service
For Challenger Center students
Date'
August 10, 2001
Many thanks to CARTS for the services that they provide for the Challenger
Center. Your drivers have been courteoUs and professional. One driver in
particular, Betsy HawkinS was just terrific. I've driven with her twice, and was
impressed both times about how she can blend in 'with the group. She talks to
the adults and the kids with an ali-around good attitude. She seems to be in
touch with all ages, and that's really necessa~ when you're in the public arena.
The vans are always timely, they are there when we need them, and we don't
have to wait. The vans are clean and professional-looking, they fit well within
our city and the mission of the service and the communities. '
Thanks again for ali your good work!
Rob Carillo
Flight Director
Challenger Learning Center of Alaska
Ted and Catherine Stevens Center for Science and Technology
UO/UO/U.L
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L~_J. UI
8 August 2001
Central Area Rural Transit System, Inc.
PO B°x 991
Soldotna AK 99669
Attn'. Kathy
Dear Kathy:
I am writing to eXpress my most sincere appreciation of CARTS and the service it
provides. As a mother who commutes 25 miles each day one way, use of CARTS is
invaluable to me in transporth~g two of my teenage sons to various appointments they
require throughout the week. I also 'look forward to using CARTS this fall to safely
transport my daughter when she starts kindergarten and is still 17 miles fi-om where I
work.
CARTS is a concept that has been a long time coming to the Kenai Peninsula and I hope
is here to stay. There are a lot of people who are essentially homebOund because of no
access to transportation. It is nice to see CARTS changing that for many of them.
Thanks again and I look forward to utilizing CARTS a lot in the future! ! Keep up the'
good work.
Respectfully,
Victoria
776-7406
NAME
ADDRESS
PHONE
DATE
TO'
ADDRESS
RE:
CARTS FUNDING for FY 2003
I want to express my support for Central Area Rural Transit System, Inc..
Transportation services are critical for the residents of the Central Kenai Peninsula,
providing economic development by getting people to jobs, and giving rides to
passengers for many other important purposes.
There is a strong community grassroots effort in our area to protect the CARTS
system, and I want to add my name to the list. Please consider my vote for those
elected officials who are willing to support this program.
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Sincerely,
Central Area Rural Transit Sy. stem, Inc.
p.O. Box 993, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 (907) 262-8900 fax 262-6122
Website : Www. ridesalaska, org
Winter 2002 NEWSLETTER.Volume 4, Issue 1 "DRIVING PEOPLE HAPPY!"
CARTS Staff- Christmas at the end of the first year of operation- Left to Right:
BACK: Bob Mclntosh, Jim Breazeale, Drivers; Leslie Roberts, Operations ~4ssistant; Kathy Tikka, Operations Supervisor;
- Kristin Lambert, Executive Director; Jennifer Beckmann, Executive ~4ssistant.
FRONT: Patrick Skuza, Molly Musgrove, and Betsy Hawkins, DriVers.
CARTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MESSAGE
~ARTS has a lot to be proud of, at the end of the first year of service to the Central Kenai Peninsula! It has been
'.uccessful far beyond anyone's expectations or Predictions! The philosophy of the Board of Directors has been to provide
:very possible ride requested during the first year, to collect data and document the real need of the communities served
~y the system. Over.20,000 trips were provided, with the numbers increasing each quarter. Demand continues to increase
vith new passengers registering for. the system almOst daily, and-more trips delivered every month.
?he Board has re-evaluated the system to determine what level of service is reasonable based on projected growth and
hnding levels, and to prioritize the needs that can be met on an ongoing basis. The data from 2001 was analyzed to see
vhat should be done to provide the best possible service for the communities.
lecause of its dramatic success,. CARTS needs to streamline the program, and institute some cost and service controls
Or its unlimited growth. Limits are essential, since CARTS cannot provide everything for everyone. The Board desires
~e system to continue to serve the most amount of people as possible with the funding now available.
CARTS is an active partner of the new Alaska Mobility Coalition that was formed this winter to work for transportation
funding for communities throughout the state. The Coalition is made up of many state agencies and interest groups. It is
forming a new nonprofit corporation, and will be drafting legislation for presentation this. session. Several possibilities
for funding are being investigated, including a regular percentage transfer of highway dollars to transit, a portion of gas
tax and user fees, steady state .and local funding for transportation services.
Vision Training from John Clare of Alaska Services for the Blind
On January 26th, John Clare conducted a wonderful training session for low-vision assistance and Sighted Guide for
people who are Blind and Vision Impaired. Those who attended the class learned a lOt, and now feel more capable of
handling low-vision passengers. The Kenai .Senior Center co-sponsored the training and had driver Participation in the
class. John is a well-regarded vision trainer who works thoughout the state, and we are lucky to have him living in our
area. For any furore training, we welcome other agencies to send their drivers. CARTS puts on extensive training
sessions for Defensive Driving, Winter Driving Skills, Customer Service, Passenger Assistance and Sensitivity,
Wheelchair Restraint Training, Child Restraint Procedures, B loodbome Pathogen Training, and Drug Awareness and
Prevention. Having well-trained drivers benefits everyone in the community.
CARTS ADVISORY PARTNERS
The second Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. is the CARTS Advisory PARTNERS meeting. Be sure to attend, send
another staff person, Board member from your agency, or a consumer or other person who represents your interest
group. We need to f'md out how our system .is working for you and how we should be advocating for transportation
services.
Meetings will be:
February 13, March 13, and April 10, 2002
3 p.m. at CARTS Meeting Room
We are "DRIVING PEOPLE HAPPY!"
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
U, S, POSTAGE P A ID
SOLDOTNA, ALASKA
PERrvllT NO, 19
CARTS, P.O. Box 993, Soldotna, AK 99669
New CAR TS Operations Assistant Sandy Jingling
Intakes 'can be taken oVer the telephone. Customer service is our promise,
and transportation is our ONLYbusiness!
YOUR HELP is important! COME AND PARTICIPATE and
MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
CARTS GIVES PEOPLE FREEDOM!
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Suggested by: Administratic..
City of Kenai
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
REQUESTING FY 03 SAFE COMMUNITIES FUNDING FROM THE
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
WHEREAS, AS 29.60.350(b) requires the governing body of a municipality to
adopt a resolution requesting safe communities funding and to submit the
resolution to the Department of Community and Economic Development; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai is desirous of receiving safe communities funding;
and
WHEREAS, AS 29.60.350(c) requires that money received by a municipality
under the safe communities program be used only for the following services in
the following ranking of priority:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Police protection and related public safety services;
Fire protection and emergency medical services;
Water and sewer services not offset by user fees;
Solid waste management;
Other services determined by the governing body to have the
highest priority.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that it requests, through this resolution, payment from the FY
03 safe communities program by the Department of Community and Economic
Development and agrees to spend such payment as required by law.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 6th day of
March, 2002.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: /~
(2 / 20 / 2002) jl
Suggested by:
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION 1~10. 2002-12
Administratio,,
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AWARDING
THE BID TO ZUBECK, INC. FOR DEMOLITION OF HAZARDOUS STRUCTURES FOR
THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $14,700.
WHEREAS, the following bids were received on February 27, 2002:
ITEM A- 1207
Second Ave.
ITEM B - 1309
Kaknu Way
ITEMC- 1218
Lilac Lane
TOTAL BASIC
BID
Zubeck, Inc.
6,200
3,300
5,200
$14,700
AA Dan's
Construction,
Inc.
10,575
2,585
11,215
Raven
Contractors,
Inc.
22,280
6,300
14,065
$24,375
$42,645
Discount
Construction
22,500
17,500
4,200
$44,200
WHEREAS, Zubeck, Inc.'s bid meets the bid specifications; and,
WHEREAS, the recommendation from the City Administration is to award the bid to
Zubeck, Inc.; and,
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai has determined that Zubeck Inc.'s bid is a
responsible bid and award to this bidder would be in the best interest of the City; and,
WHEREAS, sufficient monies are appropriated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, that the bid for Demolition of Hazardous Structures be awarded to Zubeck,
Inc. for the total amount of $14,700.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 6th day of March
2002.
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance' ~_~/~_
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Suggested by: Admmistratio,,
City of Kenai
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
TRANSFERRING $3,500 IN THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT BUDGET FROM
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO PERSONAL SERVICES IN ORDER TO HIRE A
TEMPORARY CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER.
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai wishes to improve its code enforcement of Title 12
(Health and Safety) and Title 14 (Planning & Zoning); and
WHEREAS, to do so, the City of Kenai has needs to hire a temporary Code
Enforcement Officer for a trial program of increased code enforcement; and
WHEREAS, there is sufficient money in the Legal Department Professional Services
account to transfer to Legal Department Personal Services in order to pay for the
temporary Code Enforcement Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, that the following budget transfers be made:
Legal Department
From: Professional Services
$3,500.00
To: Personal Services $3,500.00
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 6th day of March
2002.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance' ~
(2/27/02 sp)
CITY OF KENAI
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
MEMORANDUM
TO:
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FROM~d
DATE'
RE.
Mayor John Williams and City Council Members
Cary R. Graves, City Attomey
March 1, 2002
Code Enforcement Officer
In this packet is a resolution transferring $3,500 from the Legal Department's professional
services account to personal services. The purpose is to provide funds to pay for a temporary
part-time Code Enforcement Officer. As you know, the Council has requested improved code
enforcement for Titles 14 (Planning & Zoning) and 12 (Health & Safety, e.g. junk cars). I have
attached the job description for the Code Enforcement Officer.
The position would be temporary part-time. Since the position is temporary, the perSon would
not be entitled to benefits such as PERS, annual or holiday leave, or medical insurance. This is a
trial program to see how it works. I have tentatively moved $3,500 from professional services in
next year's proposed budget in case we decide to continue the program. The job would not have
a set number of hours per week. It would be on an as needed basis. When the complaints come
in, Marilyn will send them to me and I will assign them to the officer. The officer will not
actively patrol looking for issues. However, the officer will be expected to respond to violations
he/she observes.
My rough estimate is that the officer will work about ten to fifteen hours a month. That's a rough
estimate though since the program is just starting. I plan to hire a person with prior law
enforcement experience, preferably a retired Kenai Police Officer. That has several advantages.'
First, the person would be familiar with the Kenai code and the city. Second, the person would
not need to be trained on how to do investigations, interview witnesses, issue citations, be
knowledgeable in court procedure and the roles of evidence, etc.~he/she could "hit the ground
running." A lot of training and experience is required to be able to investigate a case that will
hold up in court. Since retired officers already have PERS and medical benefits, the lack of
benefits due to it being a temporary position does not hurt them. There is also no pressure to
expand the job to make it eligible for benefits.
Mayor John Williams and Council Members
March 1, 2002
Page 2 of 2
The position is already listed in the Classification Plan as a Range 17. At first I thought that
range was too high; it works out to about $24.61 an hour. However, after looking at the job
market for the people we are competing for (retired police officers), I don't think it's too high.
Currently, a retired state trooper We hire on a contract basis to do some investigative work
charges $60.00 an hour. To attract the type of person we want for only ten to fifteen hours a
month, with the skills we need, we need to pay a wage comparable to what the person would
make in the private sector.~
Phillips has recently increased security at its plant as a result of 9/11. Former KPD Lt. Kohler is
head of security for them now as part of a private contract. He has hired several retired KPD
officers and state troopers to work for him (Phillips specifically wanted retired officers to do the
job). They generally work week on and week off. The starting pay there is around $25.00 an
hour. Retired officers are now in high demand for security work. The private sector has set the
market value for the type of people we are looking for.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
CRG/sp
Attachment
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~ If this position were to be non-temporary or half time, which would involve benefits and more
hours, the Range probably could be reduced around a 12 to 13. However, it is not my desire to
increase this position to half time or full-time in the foreseeable future.
CITY OF KENAI
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:
Range:
Supervisor'
Code Enforcement Officer
17 (Part-time, as needed)
City Attorney
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This position is assigned to the Legal Department. The position is non-commissioned and not
armed or involved in making arrests. The officer is responsible for enforcing municipal
ordinances, primarily involving Title 12 (Health and Safety) and Title 14 (Planning & Zoning).
This includes the investigation of complaints and the issuance of summonses, as well as
appearing in court to testify.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Exercise
violators.
independent judgment in determining when probable cause exists to cite
e
ge
Operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
Communicate effectively over radio channels while initiating and responding to radio
communications.
4. Read and comprehend legal and non-legal documents,
summonses, citations and reports.
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including preparation of
Prepare investigative and other reports using appropriate English grammar, symbols and
mathematical computations.
Gather information and obtain
victims.
statements
by interviewing suspects, wimesses and
,
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Effectively communicate information and directions.
Demonstrate effective communication skills in court and other formal settings.
Endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with views and opinions of people
encountered in an antagonistic environment.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all contacts, calls, conversations and written materials.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
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11.
12.
Demonstrate an ability to assess situations and make appropriate decisions under stress
with minimal delay.
Possess physical ability to perform essential job functions.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Since code enforcement officers are required to enforce the law and they are exposed to certain
temptations to show favoritism, corruption, or unlawful monetary gain, it is a "business
necessity" that officers exhibit a history and characteristics of honesty, reliability, interpersonal
skills, and integrity.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent required.
EXPERIENCE
Previous experience which indicates potential for success in dealing with people involved in
stressful situations. Law enforcement experience is preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Minimum of 18 years of age.
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Possession of a valid Alaska operator's license and a satisfactory .driving record.'
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Satisfactory prior work history.
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Satisfactory background check consistent with law enforcement requirements.
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Self-motivated and able to initiate actions with minimal supervision.
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Familiar with streets, residential and park areas within the City of Kenai.
The City of Kenai is an EEO employer.
JOB DESCRIPTION
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
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Suggested by: Mayor Wllllall'l$
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, SUPPORTING
THE PASSAGE OF HB 488, ALLOWING INSURANCE TAX CREDITS FOR GIFTS TO
SCHOOLS FOR THE STUDY OF MATH, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY.
WHEREAS, HB 488 will allow tax credits"for cash contributions made for instruction at
a school for the study of math, science, and technology; and,
WHEREAS, the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska is a specialized learning institute
established to teach students better skills in the subjects of math, science and
technology; and,
WHEREAS, efforts are now being made for the creation of the Challenger Learning
Center of Alaska Foundation which will allow receipt of cash contributions that may be
made to further the Center's efforts to deliver an ongoing and lasting program of study;
and,
WHEREAS, passage of HB 488 will authorize and encourage cash contributions to the
Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Foundation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, that it supports the passage of HB 488, allowing insurance tax credits for
gifts made to schools for the study of math, science, and technology.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this sixth day of March,
2002.
ATTEST:
John J. Williams, Mayor
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
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Bill History/Action Display
BILL: HB 488 SHORT TITLE: INS. CREDIT MATH, SCIENCE & TECH. STUDIES
BILL VERSION:
SPONSOR(S): REPRESENTATIVE(S)CHENAULT
CURRENT STATUS' (H) EDU STATUS DATE' 02/19/02
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TITLE: "An Act relating to an insurance tax credit for a gift to a school for math, science, and technology; and providing for
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HOUSE BILL NO. 488
IN THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA
TWENTY-SECOND LEGIS.LATURE- SECOND SESSION
BY REPRESENTATIVE CHENAULT
Introduced: 2/19/02
Referred: House Special Co~mnittee on Education, Health, Education and Social Services,. Finance
A BILL
FOR AN ACT ENTITLED
"An Act relating to an insurance tax credit for a gift to a school for math, science, and
technology; and providing for an effective date."
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA'
* Section 1. AS 21.89 is amended by adding a new section to read'
Sec. 21.89.077. Insurance tax credit for gifts to a school for the study of
math, science, and technology. (a) For cash contributions prequalified under (d) of
this section and made tbr instruction at a school tbr the study of math, science, and
technology, a taxpayer is allowed a credit against the tax due under AS 21.09.210.
(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 taxpayer's tax liability under this title.
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(c) A contribution claimed by a taxpayer as a credit under this section may not
(1) be claimed as a credit under more than one provision of this title;
(2) when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 43.20.014, AS 43.55.019, AS 43.56.018, AS 43.65.018, AS 43.75.018, or
AS 43.77.045, 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 tbr prequalification of the
contribution as a tax credit and receives written notice fi'om 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 taxpayer's contribution would cause the total contributions made
by all taxpayers during the calendar tax year to exceed $900,000.
* Sec. 2. AS 43.20.014(d) is amended to read:
(d) A contribution claimed .as a credit under this section may not
(1) be claimed as a credit under another provision of this title;
(2) also be allowed as a deduction under 26 U.S.C. 170 against the tax
imposed by this chapter; and
(3') when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 21.89.070, 21.89.075, 21.89.077~ AS 43.55.019, AS 43.56.018.
AS 43.65.018, AS 43.75.018, or AS 43.77.045, exceed $150,000.
* Sec. 3. AS 43.55.019(d) is amended to read:
(d) A contribution claimed as. a credit under this section may not
(1) be claimed as a credit under another provision of this title; and
(2) when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 21.89.070, 21.89.075, 21.89.077~ AS 43.20.014, AS 43.56.018,
AS 43.65.018, AS 43.75.018, or AS 43.77.045, exceed $150,000.
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(d) A contribution claimed as a credit under this section may not
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(1) be claimed as a credit under another provision of this title; and
(2) when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 21.89.070, 21.89.075, 21.89.077~ AS 43.20.014, AS 43.55.019,
AS 43.65.018, AS 43.75.018, or AS 43.77.045, exceed. $150,000.
* Sec. 5. AS 43.65.018(d) is amended to read:
(d) A contribution claimed as a credit under this section may not
(1) be claimed as a credit under another provision of this title; and
(2.) when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 21.89.070, 21.89.075, 21.89.077~ AS 43.20.014, AS 43.55.019,
[AS 43.65.018,] AS 43.75.018, or AS 43.77.045, exceed $150,000.
* Sec. 6. AS 43.75.018(d) is amended to read:
(d) A contribmion claimed as a credit under this section may not
(1) be claimed, as a credit under another provision of this title: and
(2) when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 21.89.070, 21.89.075, 21.89.077~ AS 43.20.014, AS 43.55.019,
AS 43.56.018, [AS 43.75.018,] or AS 43.77.045, exceed $150,000.
* See. 7. AS 43.77.045(c) is amended to read:
(c) A contribution claimed as a credit under this section may not
(1) be claimed as a credit under another provision of this title; and
(2) when combined with credits taken during the taxpayer's tax year
under AS 21.89.070, 21.89.075, 21.89.077~ AS 43.20.014, AS 43.55.019,
AS 43.56.018, AS 43.65.018, or AS 43.75.018, exceed. $150,000.
* Sec. 8. This Act takes effect July 1, 2002.
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HB 488
HOUSE BILL NO. 488 by Representative Chenault, entitled'
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"An Act relating to an insurance tax credit for a gift to a school for
math, science, and technology; and providing for an effective
date."
was read the first time and referred to the House Special Committee on
Education and the Health, Education & Social Services and Finance
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COUNCIL ON AGING
February 7, 2002
10:00am
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Call Meeting to Order
Roll Call
Agenda Approval
Minutes from Prior Meeting
Old Business:
1. Interest in Assisted Living I
3. Legislative Issues from Teleconference
February 19, March 5 & 19, April 2 & 16, every April
23, meetings will be held every Tuesday until the end
..::'. '::::: of Legislative session.
6. Vintage Point Key Situation
New Business: '
1. Goals.for Council 2002
Persons Wanting to be Heard:
1. Dick Jurgensen and Linda Swamer Report on
Common Ground Conference.
12.
COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2002
10:00 A.M.
KEN/ti SENIOR CENTER
CHAIRMAN EARL JONES~ PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Jones called the meeting to order at approximately 10'05 a.m. The roll was
confirmed as follows:
Members Present'
Members Absent:
Others Present:
Hollier, Jones, Jurgensen, Nelson, Osborn, Fields, Wilson, and
Huddleston
Enfield
City Clerk Freas, City Councilwoman Swarner, Senior Director
Craig, Elsie Seaman
ITEM 2.
AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Member Huddleston MOVED to approve the agenda as presented and Member Hollier
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION:
Member Hollier MOVED to approve the minutes as presented and Member Osbom
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 4:
OI,D BUSINESS
Discussion -- Interest in Assisted Living
A lengthy discussion took place in regard to the seniors' interest in development of an
assisted living facility in the city of Kenai. Jones reminded members they were
requested to bring ideas of how an assisted living facility would serve the community
to the meeting which will be forwarded to the City Council.
It was noted a representative from Alaska Housing had taken a needs assessment for a
facility last year. In the assessment, they included a planned facility that would be
adjacent to Heritage Place in Soldotna, but that facility had not yet been built.
Swarner suggested, the membership should request council's support of finding
funding for a facility through passage of a motion. Director Craig reported she
discussed the possibility of partnering with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe to acquire
funding and they will be discussing it in more detail. Swarner was asked if a facility
could be built on city land and she answered, she felt the city would be open to
donating land and placing utilities, however it may not be interested in running a
facility. She added, she believed council would be supportive of getting funding as well
as lobbying for a facility's development.
MOTION:
Member Osbom MOVED to request support from council for an assisted living facility
in the City of Kenai. Member Hollier SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
Discussion followed in which the following was noted:
Assisted living includes different levels of care and what level of care this
facility would be would have to be determined. The level of care is determined by a
health assessment criteria and the cost is then comparable to the level of care.
· The State offers a program that can help with some of the costs involved
for living in the facility and levels of funds depend on the type of health care and
income.
· New regulations for assisted living facilities are being formulated.
· There are not a lot of funds available for these facilities, however the city
has a very good track record of getting funding and not asking for more funding later
for the same project.
· Funding could include a culmination of several sources.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
It was suggested funding sources be investigated and members attend a future council
meeting to show their support of their motion and concerns.
Discussion-- Legislative Issues
Craig distributed information regarding bills before the Legislature pertaining to
seniors. She encouraged members to review the information and to attend the
teleconferences to listen to discussions on the bills.
Discussion followed regarding the information referring to HB88/SB55 which would
allow Veteran funding to be used for long-term care at Alaska Pioneer Homes to
accommodate the expanding population of veterans in Alaska. It was suggested those
interested review the bills prior to the Council on Aging taking any action.
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4-c. Discussion -- Vintage Point Keys
Craig reviewed the discussion held at the last meeting in which concerns were
expressed regarding the amount of people who are seen in the facility, but are
unknown to many of/he residents. She reported she had been investigating costs
COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2002
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involved in changing the locks and reissuing keys for the front door. Also, they were
considering a sign-in sheet be used for visitors into the building. They were
considering two keys per resident and then additional keys would need to be signed
out. There was general agreement the re-keying and sign-in should be developed.
ITEM 5: NEW BUSINESS
Discussion -- Goals for 2002
Craig noted, the by-laws for the council require bi-monthly meetings. In order to be
more active, at the last meeting they discussed monthly meetings. She noted, a
change in the by-laws would be required.
It was suggested a questionnaire be sent to local seniors asking if they are interested
in developing an assisted living facility in the city, what their particular needs might
be, what types of funding assistance they would have to use, if they were aware of
others that might be interested in such a facility, etc.
Suggested goals were:
· Moving forward with finding funding and development of an assisted
living facility.
, Increasing participation at the Kenai Senior Center
· Questioning seniors of other activities they would like to see available at
the Center (could be done through a questionnaire).
Investigation were the need for covered parking at Vintage Pointe.
Members Hollier and Osbom offered to compile a list of questionnaires to bring to the
next meeting.
ITEM 6:
PERSONS WANTING TO BE HEARD
A report was heard on the Common Ground Conference attended by Swarner, Craig
and Jurgensen. It was suggested a Hospice representative provide information on care
giving.
craig reported staff would be attending classes on CPR and first aid for seniors and it
was suggested seniors may want to also take the class. Information will be included
in the March newsletter and the class will be held in March or April. Members of the
Kenai Fire Department would be giving the class.
ITEM 7: ADJOURNMENT
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MOTION:
Member Jurgensen MOVED to adjourn and Member Osbom SECONDED the motion.
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2002
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It was noted the next meeting would be held on March 11 and would be the Annual
Meeting at which an election of officers would be held.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 11:10 a.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2002
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CITY OF KENAI
Resident of the City
Residence Address ////~
~ith a past-- Ci~ ;;ith ~ £uture.#
AND PERSONAL DATA-
FOR APPOINTMENT COMMITTEES AND
COMMISSIONS
Mailing Address
Home Fax No.
Business Fax No.
EMPLOYER:
N~E OF SPOUSE:
C~rrent membershi
~J// Home Telephone Business Telephone No
Job Title
P...3organi~ation-l membersh_ips:~ '~7')",'e/- ,~..,.~~a/a r- O/~' ~/~ ~
~'r ~-~,a_~; d~ ~ 7~ o #'/~>~./-~ ze'~ ~ ~~/- ' ' ....
~COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS IN WHICH YOU ARE INTERESTED:
DO YOU W~T TO BE I~OL~D ~TH THIS COM OR
WHAT BACKGROUND, EXPERIENCE, OR CREDENTIALS DO YOU POSSESS TO BRING TO THE BOARD,
COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE MEMBERSH . .
S~gnature
CITY OF KENAI
"Village with a past - City' with a future."
BACKGROUND AND PERSONAL DATA-
· RECEW'ED
JAN 0 z,._l
KENAI ClIY CLERK
CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT
,
COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS
DATE: January 18,2002
NAME: L. Jay Barret{
RESIDENT OF THE CITY OF KENAI? No
HOW LONG? Resident of unincorporated suburb of Kenai for 4% years
RESIDENCE ADDRESS' 47397 Li~rt7 La~¢ Apt. A4
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 821, Kenai, AK 99611-0821
HOME TELEPHONE NO. 262-7290
HOME FAX: None
BUSINESS TELEPHONE: 283-1991
BUSINESS FAX: 283-2230
E-MAIL ADDRESS' thejaybob@aol.com
EMPLOYER: Kenai Convention and Visitors Bureau
JOB TITLE: Communication and Special Event Manager
NAME OF SPOUSE: None
MEMBERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS: Board member of?icicle Hill Public
Broadcasting, licensee of KDLL 91.9 FM. Board member of the Kenai River Council
on the Arts.
PAST ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: President of Dillingham Arts
Council, member Bethel Council on the Arts, member Yukon-Kuskokwim
Mink Festival board of directors.
COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS IN WHICH YOU ARE INTERESTED: It
would be my pleasure to serve on any committee or commission the city
council deemed me fit for. My order of preference, however, would be roughly
Harbor, Parks and Recreation, Airport, Beautification, Library, Aging. Since I
do not reside within city limits, I am not qualified for Planning and Zoning.
This may change, as I am actively seeking a residence here.
WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE INVOLVED WITH THIS COMMISSION OR
COMMITTEE? My interest in serving on the Harbor Commission comes
from my affinity for waterfroms. I feel very, very strongly about the
Kenai Sea Wall. I grew up within a stone's throw from the Dillingham
waterfront, and sadly saw thousands of linear feet of my hometown
washed into the Nushagak River, taking homes of friends in the
process. In fact, the place where my mother's childhood home was
would now be nearly a mile into the channel, 100 feet in the air. I do
not think $10 million or microbial fish food should be a barrier to
preserving the heritage and character of our city, and would work
tirelessly in seeing the sea wall completed.
As for Parks and Recreation, I think the city of Kenai's parks are a
treasure. I would be interested in seeing small neighborhood parks
built, perhaps through a partnership with the homeowners in those
areas to enhance their quality of life and reduce the cost to the city. I
also would like to see more public art in our parks.
My imerest in the Airport Commission does not come from any
professional affiliation with aircraft or the air transportation business,
but rather a love of, and imerest in, aircraft.
My imerest in the others could be described as an interest in seeing the
citizens of our fair city cominue to be better served.
WHAT BACKGROUND, EXPERIENCE, OR CREDENTIALS DO YOU
POSSESS TO BRING TO THE BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE
MEMBERSHIP? I am very familiar with thc issues before thc city of
Kenai, and most of its committees and commissions through my four-
plus years covering the city for KDLL radio and most recently the
Peninsula Clarion. I know most of the people involved in many aspects
of the city's operation and am familiar with meeting and hearing
procedure. The other boards I have sat on have given me extensive
experience in hearing people's concerns and reacting fairly and
honestly to them. I am a good listener, can comprehend complex issues
well, and know how to ask the ri~stions. I work well with others.
Signature
Return to City Clerk, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
283-3014 (fax), 283-7535, ext. 231 (phone)
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING/h ZONING COMMISSION
WORK SESSION AGENDA
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
FEBRUARY 13, 2002
Work Session Notes
The work session began at 7'30 p.m.
Present:
City Council
Mayor Williams
Bannock
Swarner
Porter
Jackman
Moore
Plannin~/h Zonin~
Bryson
Goecke
Nord
Osborne
Others Present
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Eileen Bechtol
Debbie $onberg
Scott Walden
Keith Kornelis
Ricky Geese
Henry Knackstedt
Marilyn Kebschull
Nancy Carver
Roper
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Comprehensive Plan- Draft Chapter 2 -Goals and Objectives
a.
Airport Draft Goals and Objectives- Review changes made 1/9/02
- Corrections/Additions?
Eileen Bechtol requested a quick review of the last work session notes to
assure there Were no further corrections or additions: Bryson
recommended that Goal 4, item 1.1 the DnL should be shown as 65
since that figure is regulation.
b,
Draft Chapter 2 - Goals and Objectives- Review changes made
1/9/02 - Corrections/Additions?
c. Continue review- Begin with Goal 5.
Goal 5.
Provide appropriate city facilities and levels of service.
Objectives:
5.1
Reword: Improve snow plowing/removal from roads, sidewalks, and
improved trails.
Work with the State DOT to incorporate a plan for snow plowing and
removal within'the City of Kenai.
Establish a difference between primary and secondary roads.
5.3
Reword to read "Actively enforce municipal regulations."
Specific guidelines / actions required.
Research hiring a Zoning Enforcement Official to work with the City
Attorney. Consider a contractual situation.
Protect property rights.
5.4
Reword- must go through public process.
Continue with City policy/process regarding paving unpaved roads.
Add 5.9 - Research snow disposal sites (action item under 5.1 and 5.2)
Consider EPA issues, cost and liability.
Remove snow from sidewalks to allow pedestrian travel.
Concentrate on removing snow piled up in front of local businesses and
storefronts. '
5.9
Encourage better maintenance of state maintained rOads.
Develop a relationship/partnership with the State for snow plowing and
removal.
Goal 6.
Protect the City's natural areas and scenic views
6.2
Reword: Aggressively/actively pursue bluff stabilization...
Remain strong
Action: Purchase bluff property not owned by the City of Kenai to ensure
protection.
6.3 and 6.4 Change "natural open space" to natural space.
Combine 6.3 and 6.4
Review City owned "natural space" properties / identify, classify, dedicate
Goal 7.
Develop a local'system of roads, trails and public access
7.1 Remove
7.2
Preserve "legal" established beach access.
Action: provide trash collection, parking, restrooms
7.3
7.4
Reword: Aggressively develop the coastal...
Move to top of list
Reword: Encourage State to expand trail
7.6 State funded.
7.7
Provide pedestrian access to links, well maintained, well lighted.
Coordinate with State
7.8
Off road trails for ATV's, snow machines, etc.
Include preserve habitat on Kenai River development / preservation.
Goal 8.
Ensure that Kenai is a safe place to live. (Reword)
8.2 Remove
8.3 Remove
8.4
Continue to work with the Borough emergency plans.
8.5
Continue to provide police coverage...
Remove "to make certain that citizens are safe from high crime
occurrences.
Remove all of Goal 9
Goal 10.
Expand or provide public facilities that increase the quality of
life for Kenai's citizens and visitors.
Add hospital/health care expansion - do a feasibility study.
Add satellite educational facilities / Kenai cluster
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
AMENDED AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
February 27, 2002 - 7:00 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER:
a. Swearing In of Commissioner Tunseth
b. Roll Call
c. Agenda Approval
d. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a Commission Member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the
Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General
Orders.
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*APPROVAL OF MINUTES'
a. *February 13, 2002
3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT:
4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS:
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
6. OLD BUSINESS-
7. NEW BUSINESS:
8. PENDING ITEMS:
9. CODE ENFORCEMENT:
10. REPORTS:
a. City Council
b. Borough Planning
co Administration
11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED:
12. INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Zoning Bulletin (2/10/02)
b. City of Seward Letter dated 2/8/02
c. Dustin Aaronson- Letter of Resignation
d. Kenai Comprehensive Plan - Draft Chapter 2- Revisions from 2/13/02
13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS:
14. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING/k ZONING COMMISSION
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
FEBRUARY 27, 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.
Swearing In of Commissioner Tunseth
City Planner Kebschull performed the swearing in of Commissioner Larry Tunseth.
1-b. Roll Call
Members Present: Glick, Bryson, Goecke, Nord, Tunseth
Members Absent: Erwin, Osborne
Others Present: Councilman Bannock, City Planner Kebschull, Plannm§ Assistant
Carver, Contract Secretary Roper
1 'C.
A~enda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the amended agenda and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Glick SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
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Consent AEenda
MOTION:
Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the consent agenda and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Glick SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 2:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- February 13, 2002
Approved bY consent agenda.
ITEM 3'
s.,C, HEDuLED PUBLIC COMMENT-- None
ITEM 4:
CONSIDERATION OF PLATS -- None
ITEM 5:
.
PUBLIC HEARINGS -- None
ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS-- None
ITEM 7:
NEW BUSINESS -- None
ITEM 8:
PENDING ITEMS-- None
ITEM 9-
CODE ENFORCEMENT -- None
ITEM 10' REPORTS
10-a. City Council- Councilman Bannock provided a report of action taken at
the February 20, 2002 City Council meeting.
10-b. Borough Planning- Commissioner Bryson provided a report of action
taken at the February 25 Borough Planning meeting.
10-c.
Administration - Kebschull reported the followin§:
· The next Comprehensive plan meeting is scheduled for Saturday, March
23~d at the Kenai Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. There will be a limited mail out of
invitations to the meeting and Commissioners were asked to contact Kebschull with
names of individuals they would like invited.
· The Challenger Center is making preparations for their Phase II structure
and a new conditional use permit will be required since there will be a change in use.
The issue may come before Planning and Zoning at the March 27m meeting. A sign
variance may also come before the Commission in the near future.
The City is working on a new master plan for the Water Wastewater
Treatment plant. Through this work there may be some upgrades available for the
GIS system used in planning.
· The planning seminar in Anchorage will be held March 1,t. Kebschull,
Carver, Nord and Glick will attend. The flight will leave Kenai at 7:30 a.m. and the
group will return to Kenai on the 4'45 p.m. flight.
ITEM 11'
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None
ITEM 12:
INFORMATION ITEMS
12-a.
12-b.
12-c.
Zoning Bulletin (2 / 10 / 02)
City of Seward Letter dated 2 / 8/02
Dustin Aaronson- Letter of Resignation
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12-d.
Kenai Comprehensive Plan - Draft Chapter 2 - Revisions from 2/13/02
ITEM 13'
COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUF~TIONS
Commissioners Nord and Glick welcomed Commissioner Tunseth.
ITEM 14:
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Glick MOVED for adjournment. There were no objections.
ORDERED.
SO
The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Minutes Recorded and Transcribed by:
Barbara L. Roper, Contract Secretary
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 6, 2002
7:00 P.M.
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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)
.
Ed Flanagan, Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development --
Present the SHARP Award/Wastewater Treatment Plant Personnel.
e
David Burnett, AAI/Engineering Support, Inc. -- Pacific Rim Institute
of Safety and Mana§ement/2001 in Review.
ITEM C:
PUBLIC H .EARINGS
o
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.
.
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 It~PORTS
.
Council on Aging
Airport Commission
Harbor Commission
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5.
6.
7.
ITEM E:
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ITEM F:
ITEM G:
ITEM H'
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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
MIRUTES
*Regular Meeting of January 16, 2002.
*Work Session Notes of January 4, 2002.
*Work Session Notes of January 16, 2002.
CORRF~PONDENCE
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. !948-2002 -- 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.
*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.
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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
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7:00 P.M.
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MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM A:
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7'14 p.m. in the Council
Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building.
A-1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
, ,
Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A-2. ROLL CALL
Roll was taken by the City Clerk.
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 Swamer 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
Kornelis 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
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SHARP award in August, 1999, the facility was re-certified in October, 2000 and had
now received the award again. ~
B-2o
David Burnett, AAI/Engineering Support, Inc. -- Pacific Rim Institute
of Safety and Management/2001 in Review.
Bumett 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.
Their 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 Kena/for continued support.
Bumett 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
parmership 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 Burnett 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 Burnett and urged as much support from the city as possible.
Moore questioned the instructor situation from the city and Burnett explained it would
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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-1o
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.
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C-2o
Resolution No. 2002-09 -- 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. Swamer 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
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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 regularly 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/~ Recreation Commission -- Porter reported a meeting would be
held on February 7.
9-6.
Planning/l~ 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-7b. Kenai Convention/k 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 su§~ested the information
would be of interest for local radio pro~rams and newspaper articles.
BREAK TAKEN: 8:20 P.M.
BACK TO ORDER: 8:42 P.M.
ITEM E: MINUTES
E-lo
Regular Meeting of January 16, 2002 -- Approved by consent agenda.
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E-2.
E-3.
Work Session Notes of January 4, 2002 -- Approved by consent
agenda.
Work Session Notes of January 16, 2002 -- Approved by consent
agenda.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE-- None.
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS-- None.
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
H-X.
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-2.
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-3.
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.
H-4.
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.
H-5.
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.
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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.
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 Swarner 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.
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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 mailing 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.
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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 I: 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.
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· 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 Manager-- City Manager Snow reviewed the memorandum
included in the packet and noted the following:
· 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 fiver 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
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· 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 ff 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
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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 wails 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 fiver. 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
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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 t01d 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
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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. Swamer asked Police Chief Moms if the city was citing unlicensed
snowmobile drivers and Moms 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
K-lo
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 fire 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.
' Swamer asked if there were current restrictions on the Fire Department employees to
act as instructors. Fire Chief Walden answered, the employees currently had that
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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 Komelis 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
council's 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
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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. Freas, City Clerk
Council Meeting of February 6, 2002
Verbatim of Item K-2, Council Comments, beginninE with Councilwoman
Swarner {verbatim requested at February 20, 2002 council meetinE).
Williams:
Councilwoman Swarner.
Swarner: A couple things, I guess. First of all, your comment regarding the
employees of the Fire Department serving as instructors and it's a good way to learn
more as instructors -- I partially agree and I don't, you know, I think that you're one of
the finest examples, but I had an instructor last semester that I think was an
instamctor because he couldn't make it in the private world as a marketer. So, I guess
I don't completely go along with that philosophy. But, I would like to see that brought
back as a budgetary item because, maybe I misunderstood you, if you're doing it...if
they're being used as instructors on their, on the time that they normally would be
working for us...oh, you would be doing it on their off-time? Okay, well I guess...
Williams: If a fireman can work as a bartender in his off-time or if a fireman can work
as a Amway salesman on his off-time, or if a fireman can work as a computer chip
designer on his off-time, why shouldn't a fireman, if, you know...
Swarner:
do?
Do we have restrictions fight now that I'm not aware of on what they can
Williams- ....capable of ah, working as a certified instructor if he's certified. My point
is that I think it would be fantastic if every one of our fh'emen, who wanted to, who
wished to, would be able, or could be able and are allowed the opportunity to become
a certified instructor, capable of utilizing their talents as they saw fit, when they saw
fit, when not on duty as a member of the Kenai Fire Department.
Swarner: Okay, so, okay, then I misunderstood you.
Walden: That is the situation now...
Williams: I don't plan on paying them for it, so, yeah.
Walden' The situation, the situation exists that way now. It is elective for them, I
don't force them to become instructors, but they also have to decide to on their own
and...
W/Il/ams- I think we ought to encourage them, you know.
Walden: I, I agree and when they become instructors though, understand it would be
at city expense and it would still be an elective on the employee's part on whether or
not they want to spend their day off over at the training center ...inaudible due to
overlaying of voices...
Williams: Absolutely, absolutely.
Jackman: Right, but would that not have been for the city, if they chose to further
their education.
Walden: If they chose to, but that, that option is available to them now.
not...inaudible due to overlaying of voices...
It's
Williams' Am I, am I correct, and I don't want to open any old wounds, but am I not
correct in the fact that on occasion, there have been those who have been asked to not
involve themselves in the fire, in the training center, maybe as ex-employees, not as
'employees, but as ex-employees, and I'm, you know, I'm even wondering if that's even
legal. And, are there, are there any firemen that we have now, who have been refused
the opportunity to become instructors?
Walden: No, there have been personnel issues which have resulted in the person
electing not to be asked to go back to work in a certain place.
Williams: Is that one of those kinds of situations that would have required a walled-in
cubical here to discuss?
Walden: No. It was a personnel issue that was dealt with many, many, many months
ago and I can truly t-ell you that, that person's performance has drastically improved
and they have found other things to do on their days off that they have elected not to
go back to PRISM at this time and do other jobs like that.
Williams' Okay.
END OF DISCUSSION. HOWEVER, DISCUSSION CONTINUED WITH JACKMAN AND
PORTER A FEW MINUTES LATER IN THE MEETING.
Jackman: I have just two comments or questions.
Williams: Any sub-comments to each of the ....
Jackman: There are, there are (laughter)...One is to our Fire Chief and that would be,
is there anyway that maybe, do your employees work on merit, on a merit system or
anything? I'm just trying to think of ways that maybe we can encourage them to
participate more with the PRISM training system, that, I mean, just a friendly way, or
if we can reward them in some way. Maybe something that you already have in place,
but...
Walden' We do have employees, in fact one.of them you just questioned me about,
that do contract work for other companies out of PRISM, but don't work for PRISM.
So they, there are guys over there performing training, but they're contracted to a
company that's not related to PRISM to do the training and they're accomplishing the
same thing.
Jackman: They're subcontracting to...
Walden' ...to a major industry, but that's not related specifically to PRISM, but they
operate out of PRISM. So, I, I guess I was kind of taken aback tonight about some of
this stuff. We do encourage our people to take an active role in that training facility,
whether it's, we demonstrate equipment for the, for classes that come through there.
You know, a lot of departments will never have a ladder truck. We do, so we'll go over
and demonstrate how that's used because that's one of the standards they have to
understand. We have special equipment for the airport, piercing nozzles and such,
that we get to demonstrate that normally wouldn't be available. So, we participate a
lot that way.
Jackman: Okay.
Williams: Councilwoman Porter.
Porter: ...for clarification then, it's, it's your opinion that any firefighter whose
trained to teach, can go to PRISM and teach.
Walden' Yeah, that's the way it has 'been since day one.
Porter: Thank you.
END OF DISCUSSION OF TOPIC.
Verbatim transcribed and prepared by:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 20, 20012
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
http://www, ci.kenai.ak.us
6:00 P.M. WORK SF.~SION: PROPOSED LIBRARY EXPANSION
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 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.
,
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.
ITEM E:
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
MI~TES
.
*Regular Meeting of February 6, 2002.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
o
,
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
.
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:
Discussion-- New Well House No. 4/Site Location
REPORT OF THE MAYOR
, ,
ITEM J:
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
o
City Manager
Attorney
City Clerk
ITEM K:
DISCUSSION
Citizens (five minutes)
· Council
EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled
ITEM L:
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI.CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR ME~ING
FEBRUARY 20, 2002
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
http://www.ci.kenai, ak.us
MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING
ITEM A:
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7'24 p.m. in the Council
Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building.
A- 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
,,
Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A-2. ROLL CALL
Roll was taken by the City Clerk.
Jackman and Williams.
Present were'
Swarner, Moore, Porter, Bannock,
Absent was: Bookey
A-3. AGENDA APPROVAL
, ,
Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda:
REMOVE:
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.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the agenda as presented with the
removal of Ordinance No. 1949-2002 and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion.
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilwoman Porter requested Item E-1, Minutes of the February 6, 2002 Council
Meeting be removed from the consent agenda for a possible correction.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the consent agenda as amended and
COuncilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM B:
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS -- None.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 20, 2002
PAGE 2
ITEM C'
PUBLIC HEARINGS
C-1.
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.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Porter MOVED for approval of Ordinance No. 1947-2002 and
Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Councilwoman Porter stated her support of the
ordinance because currently, an employee working less than 40 hours a week only
receives a wage increase through increases in cost of living allowances. Councilman
Bannock also stated his support of the ordinance.
It was noted, there were currently eleven city employees who would be affected by the
change and the increase to next year's budget will be approximately $4,000 and
because this rate increase would only be made every two years, the 2003-2004 budget
would not be increased for this item. It was also noted, the wage increase would not
change these employees' eligibility for benefits.
VOTE:
Booke¥
Porter
Absent Swarner
Yes Bannock
Williams Yes
Yes
Yes
Moore
Jackman
Yes
Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
C-2.
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.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Ordinance No. 1948-02 and
Councilwoman Jackman SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Jackman stated her support of the ordinance
because it would open opportunities for others to serve the city.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 20, 2002
PAGE 3
VOTE:
Booke¥
Porter
Williams
Absent
Yes
Yes
Swarner Yes Moore
Bannock Yes Jackman
Yes
Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
C-3.
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.
Removed at agenda approval.
C-4.
Ordinance No. 1950-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $1,290 in the General Fund Library Department for a
State Grant.
MOTION:
Councilman Moore MOVED for the approval of Ordinance No. 1950-2002 and
Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion.
There were no public or council comments.
VOTE:
Bookey I Absent
Porter Yes
Wi!l/ams Yes
Swarner Yes
Bannock
Yes
Moore
Jackman
Yes Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Resolution No. 2002-10 -- Supporting the Creation of the Challenger
Learning Center of Alaska Foundation.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2002-10 and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 4
There were no public comments. Williams explained the resolution supported the
creation of the foundation which HB488 would assist in setting up. He noted, the bill
was now going through committee review.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM D:
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
D-1. Council on Aging-- Swarner reported a meeting was held on February 7
at which time the membership unanimously passed a motion requesting the city
council to support the development of an assisted living facility in Kenai. She noted,
the membership would be attending a future council meeting to solicit support from
the council.
D-2. Airport Commission -- Jackman reported the regular meeting was
scheduled for February 14, however due to a lack of quorum, the meeting was
cancelled.
D-3. Harbor Commission -- Public Works Manager Komelis reported the
Commission's February meeting had been cancelled by council.
D-4o
on March 5.
Library Commission -- Moore reported the next meeting would be held
D-5. Parks/h Recreation Commission -- Porter reported a meeting was held
on February 7 at which time the Commission discussed at length the possible
development of Section 36 into a BMX, Soccer, softball, etc. complex. She added, the
Commission is in support of this development and the matter would be brought to
council for consideration in the future.
Porter also reported the Commission also discussed street banners and the
preliminary plans to place a bridge at the end of East End Trail. She added, the
supplies for the bridge would be purchased by the city and the bridge constructed by
volunteers. She noted, the project was in a preliminary stage.
City Manager Snow referred to letters included in the packet from the Skvview High
School and Kenai Central High School requesting the use of the Recreati~)n Center for
after-graduation parties and to waive the user fee. Snow also noted another request
had been received from the KCHS prom committee requesting use of the facilities for
an after-prom party as well. As done in the past, Snow requested council's approval of
the fee waiver. Council had no objections.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 5
Porter suggested that unless it is a new group or a specific concern to approve the fee
waiver, administration allow the fee waiver. It was also suggested that if there's a date
conflict, city facilities have first priority. There were no objections from council.
In regard to the development of Section 36, Williams asked if Mr. Petroze had
contacted him in regard to use of other properties in the area for a BMX/motocross
development. Frates noted he had requested Petroze to discuss the matter with the
Commission. He added, properties Petroze stated interest in are by the circle track
and those properties are either State or borough properties. Frates also noted, placing
a motocross in the Section 36 area could be a noise problem with the residents in that
ar~ao
Referring to the minutes, questions arose regarding the discussion about the Boys &
Girls Club sharing programs with the Recreation Center. Frates explained, the Boys &
Girls Club cancelled their summer program last year because of the duplication of
programs and because the city had staff to handle the program. He added, he heard
the Club is interested in combining the two teen programs so not to duplicate services,
but he had not yet been contacted directly by the Club to discuss the matter further.
Williams asked, ff they have the staff to handle the programs, could the city partner
with the Club in order to save city funds. Porter suggested a joint work session with
council, the Commission, and Boys & Girls Club representatives to discuss the matter
further. Williams suggested the Commission and Club discuss the matter first and
then, if needed, meet with council.
Swarner noted, a program for collaborators was being developed in regard to the
"Caring for the Kenai" competition and suggested the city offer a prize of a $50
Recreation Department certificate (to be used however the winner wants to use it) for
the winning entry on the subject of "Riverbank protection." Due to the lateness of
developing this topic, there may not be any entries on this topic this year, but may be
for next year° Council had no objections.
D-6. Planning ~ Zoning Commission -- Bannock reported the unapproved
· minutes of the February 13 meeting were included in the packet. He noted, two home
occupation permits and a conditional use permit were approved. After the meeting,
the Commission met in a work session to continue their work with the updating of the
Comprehensive Plan. Bannock noted, they were prOgressing and should have another
work session in approximately three weeks. There was a lot of discussion regarding
the potential zoning and impacts along the Spur Highway. Bannock also reported
another all-day session with the consultant was being planned for March 23 and
would be held at the Kenai Senior Center.
It was noted, Dustin Aaronson's resignation from the Commission was included in the
packet along with other applications on file. Williams offered Larry Tunseth for
appointment to the Commission. There were no objections from council.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 20, 2002
PAGE 6
D-?. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committ~s
D-Ta. Beautification Committee -- Swarner reported the unapproved minutes
of the February 12 Committee meeting were included in the packet. She noted,
lengthy discussion was held regarding street banners and summer plantings for the
circle planters. Swarner added, several banner designs were chosen and council
would receive more information during the budget discussions.
Porter asked if there was an opening on the Committee and Swarner explained Judy
Buffmgton had verbally resigned. She added, she would like to wait on appointing a
replacement until an application is received from a person who has been very active
with the Committee and the beautification program as a member of the public, but
lives outside the city limits.
Williams noted the Harbor Commission was a member short as well and noted several
applications had been received for that position, including one from Jay Barrett.
Swarner requested an appointment be held until the March 6 council meeting when
Councilman Bookey would be in attendance.
D-Tb. Kenai Convention/h Visitors Bureau Board-- Swamer reported the
followin§ items:
The Center was planning for their tenth anniversary celebration which
would take place this year.
· Two of the major sponsors for the summer art show at the Center are
Phillips Petroleum and ERA Aviation.
· Currently there is a quilt show at the Center.
· A photography show will be held from March 13 through April 4.
· The Center is participating in the "First Thursday" program and short
films about Alaska will be shown March 5-7.
D-7c. Alaska Municipal League Report -- williams referred to a copy of HB20
regarding the establishment of a "municipal dividend fund" which was distributed to
council prior to the meeting. He noted he had discussed the bill with the director of
AML and suggested a resolution of support be included in the next council meeting
packet. Council had no objections.
Williams also reported he would travel to Juneau from March 18-21 to discuss HB20
as well as other issues with legislators.
ITEM E: MINUT~
'Regular Meeting of February 6, 2002.
Councilwoman Porter requested the minutes be removed from the consent agenda and
explained she questioned a statement in them at pages 14 and 15 in regard to Fire
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PAGE 7
Department employees becoming instructors at the fire training facility. Clerk Freas
suggested a verbatim be prepared in order to insure the minutes were correct.
Council had no objection.
ITEM F:
CORRF~PONDENCE-- None.
ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS-- None.
,,
ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS
H*Xo
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to pay the bills and Councilman Moore SECONDED
the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
H-2o
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the purchase orders exceeding $2,500
and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the
motion.
Williams questioned the purchase of icing fluid and Airport Manager Cronkhite
explained it is sprayed on the sand used on the airport runways and taxiways,
providing better traction.
Williams questioned the cost for the new hot water heater at the Senior Center and
Public Works Manager La Shot explained, the item was 20 years old and needed
replacing and the other quote reCeived was higher.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
H-3o
Approval-- Termination of Special Use Permit/Portion of Tract A,
General Aviation Apron #2 -- Kenai Air Alaska.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to approve the termination of the Special Use Permit
with Kenai Air Alaska and Craig Loftstedt, effective February 12, 2002 and
Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion.
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PAGE 8
Airport Manager Cronkhite explained the company had gone out of business several
months prior and due to an oversight, the permit had not been terminated.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
H-4o
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.
City Attorney Graves explained he had been working with Snug Harbor Seafoods and
the Borough. He reported Snug Harbor had overdue property taxes of approximately
$27,000, however that amount included properties outside the city and no breakdown
of what was the actual property taxes for city properties was available.
Graves continued, because it has been a long-standing policy of the city that tax
payments must be current prior to any approvals on assignments, leases, etc., it was
administration's suggestion the approval of the assignment be approved contingent
upon payment of the tax obligations for the properties located inside the city which
would be consistent with council's policy. Graves indicated he spoke with Paul Dale
(President, Snug Harbor Seafoods) and learned Dale wanted council to consider
changing the policy and Graves explained that was DEe's fight to request the policy
change and would be council's prerogative to change or not change the policy. Graves
added, Dale needed the assignment in order to get a loan from the Small Business
Administration (SBA) and needed the loan to pay the taxes.
Paul Dale -- Dale explained their season begins March 15 and they had been working
on securing the SBA loan for over a year. He referred to a letter he submitted with his
request (council had no copy) that explained the loan would allow them to pay.the
taxes as soon as the loan would close, which he estimated would be two to three
weeks from approval by council. He added, the Borough was not as concerned about
getting paid from the proceeds of the loan without a formal agreement, i.e. Confession
of Judgment. Dale noted, he believed the cost to the city was roughly $5,000 to
$10,000. Williams stated he had been working with Dale to get the loan and stated
the loan would be substantially more than what would be needed to cover the
outstanding debts, including the taxes. Williams suggested, because of the
circumstances, he requested council to waive the former policy, for this case, and
expedite the approval of the assignment as quickly as possible in order to allow Dale to
receive the maximum benefits of the loan. He added, each day the debts are not paid,
penalties and interest are added.
Porter clarified, this was an unwritten policy and council could make determinations
on a case-by-case basis. Dale requested council consider his request as an exception
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PAGE 9
to the policy. He added, he would pay the taxes as soon as they are funded and if they
had to do something in addition, they would.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Porter MOVED to approve the assignment of the real estate lease and
agreement for the property in question for Snug Harbor Seafoods. Councilman
Bannock SECONDED the motion.
Swarner stated she saw this request as a one-time situation for her and hoped the
loan would be secured.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
H-5o
Discussion-- New Well House No. 4/Site Location
Williams referred to information included in the packet and noted, because it was a
sensitive matter, he requested a motion to move to executive session.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swamer MOVED for the council to go into executive session to discuss
financial matters and requested the City Attorney, City Attorney, Public Works
Manager and Finance Director to attend the session as well.
Bannock requested to hold the executive session after the completion of the reports on
the agenda. There were no objections from council.
VOTE:
Councilwoman Porter SECONDED the motion.
ORDERED.
There were no objections.
SO
Williams stated the executive session would be delayed until after Item K-2.
ITEM I: REPORT OF THE MAYOR -- WilLiams reported the following
items:
· He represented the city during President Bush's visit to Anchorage on
Saturday, February 16.
· He will be traveling to Juneau in March as reported earlier in the
meeting.
· Refemng to information included in the packet, he noted a request from
the City of Seward for a resolution in support of their request for the State of Alaska to
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PAGE 10
recognize and acquire the historic Jesse Lee Home in Seward. Williams added, if
council had no objection, a resolution of support would be prepared for the March 6
meeting. No objections were stated.
Referred to the Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage report of the agency
meeting regarding the coastal trail project and urged council to review it.
ITEM J:
ADMIKISTRATION REPORTS
J-1. City Manager-- City Manager Snow reported the following:
· Referred to Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage (PND) letter regarding the
February 12 agency meeting. She noted highlights of the meeting were new drawings
prepared by PND with the updated design information (bringing the project closer to
the bluff) and that the approach presented to council by PND and at the agency
meeting, were agreed to by the agencies present. Snow added, PND would now
prepare written responses to the agencies and conduct a literature review to help
define the project area and the rest of the studies. Another meeting will be set in the
near future and council will be notified.
· Reminded council, administration was now reviewing budgets and
preparing it for council review and she welcomed comments from council.
Reports from department heads were included in the packet.
Bannock thanked administration for the reports and stated they were what he had in
mind. He noted the snow removal discussion in Komelis' report and requested
impacts to the city's budget if this type of program were adopted be prepared and
presented during budget discussions.
Swarner asked, for the $7,000 discussed in the report, how many miles of the Spur
Highway would be covered. Komelis answered, it would include anywhere there are
businesses along the road, i.e. Frontage Road, Arby's, Katmai, etc. Swarner reported a
conversation she had .wi_th a Kenai Middle School student who has to walk along the
highway to get to the school. The student called the Department of Transportation
requesting an area be cleared along the highway for pedestrian use and was told she
should get a ride to the school. Swamer asked if the $7,000 discussed would include
clearing off to the Middle School from the downtown area. KOmelis answered no, the
clearing would only be in the downtown area where there are sidewalks, in front of
businesses and would probably end at McDonald's on one side and Pizza Hut on the
other. Swarner requested an estimate that would clear snow, on at least one side of
the highway, from the Middle School to the downtown area.
Swarner referred to the Airport Manager's Report regarding the visit to Kenai from the
Marketing Manager of Frontier Flying Service with whom she also met. She explained,
Frontier had applied for a loan that would allow them to purchase an airplane which
could allow them to expand service to Kenai.
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J-2. Attorney -- Attorney Graves reported a resolution would be included in
the next council meeting packet to transfer $3,500 in his department to cover salary
for a temporary code enforcement officer up to the next budget year as a part of a pilot
program.
J-3. City Clerk -- City Clerk Freas referred to letters included in the packet
from the Kenai Alternative High School requesting a donation toward their graduation
celebration and the Kenai River Festival requesting a donation toward their 2002
event. She noted $300 had been included in the Legislative budget for both events
and if there were no objections, she would request the funds be forwarded. There were
no objections.
ITEM K:
DISCUSSION
X-Xo
Citizens -- No comments.
K-2. Council --
Bookey-- Absent
Swarner-- No comments.
Moore -- No comments.
Porter -- Asked Komelis if the Borough would be continuing their summer junk
vehicle, etc. program. 'Komelis explained he did discuss the matter and found they
were not interested in continuing the program as it was very costly and problems with
vandalism. However, they did offer to waive the disposal fees for the city if the vehicles
are taken to the landfill and not require the fluids be emptied from vehicles the city
might deposit at the landfill. He added, the city would have to hold the vehicles and
make the deposit at one time.
EXECUTIVE SESSION --
At approximately 8'45 p.m. the Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Finance
Director, and Public Works Director convened into executive session.
BACK TO ORDER: 9:37 P.M.
Councilwoman Swarner reported that during the executive session council gave
direction to administration to negotiate a purchase option agreement for Wellhouse
No. 4.
Williams asked for further comments of council. Porter requested additional snow
removal at street comers in neighborhoods to allow better visibility.
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PAGE 12
ITEM L:
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:49 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
KENAI CITY COUNCIL
LIBRARY COMMISSION
JOINT WORK SESSION
FEBRUARY 20, 2002
6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRF~IDING
NOTES
Council Present:
Council Absent:
Commission Members Present:
Commission Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Others present:
Williams, Bannock, Swarner, dackman, Moore and
Porter
Bookey
DeForest, Brown, Rodes, Peters, Amen, Brenclde
(arrived at 6:25 p.m.)
Heus
Freas, Snow, Graves, La Shot, Jankowska, Semmens
Members of the public, Friends of the Library,
Architect Bill Kluge
The Council and Commission members met to discuss the proposed expansion of the
library. Peters explained a needs assessment was completed in 1995 which indicated
an additional 15,400 square feet would be needed to bring the building up to a
standard for the population and future five-year population growth. The issue was
taken to the voters as a bond proposition on the ballot, along with a bond proposition
for an ice fink. Both propositions failed. In October, 2000, council instructed the
Commission to come back to council with a design and estimate for an addition and
that if $1 million could be identified, council would consider going forward with the
project. Peters noted, the estimate included in the work session packet, along with the
preliminary plans, set the cost of the proposed addition at $1.2 million. The current
plan would add 4,040 s.f. of useable space to the present library building and an
unfinished area of approximately 3,200 s.f. If both were finished, it would add
approximately 7,200 s.f., which would be about half of what the needs assessment
indicated.
Bill Kluge- Explained that in early conversations with the Commission, they decided
to try to maximize the use of the property by including a second story to the addition
to compensate for future needs of the library and to better protect from outgrowing the
site on which the building is currently located. The two-story site plan indicates a
Phase I, the first story adding 4,043 s.f. and a second level adding another 3,222 s.f.,
allowing for a future two-story addition of another 6,200 s.f. The proposed expansion
would also allow for site modifications, i.e. change of diagonal parking to straight
parking and clear the ADA access to the building. La Shot noted, funds were included
in the present budget to make parking changes, but they were waiting to see what
decisions would be made in regard to a library expansion before proceeding with that
work. Jankowska added, the funds were for resurfacing and providing better drainage
and not to expand the parking area.
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Other points made were:
· If an addition is made, it would be more efficient to add a second floor.
· Options to consider would be based on how long the building would be
used as a library and not moved to a larger building, perhaps within ten years.
· Should consider there probably won't be a lot of population growth in the
area for the foreseeable future due to statistical data indicating an overall declining
population.
Council and Commission reviewed the plans with Kluge. Comments noted were'
· The estimate was based on a second unfinished floor addition, including
future restrooms, however, it would be unfinished and could be used for storage, but
not open to the public.
· If a .one-story addition was constructed, additional space would be picked
up from the elimination of the two stairwells and elevator space.
Williams stated the question for council would be whether to adopt the two-stow plan
with the potential for expansion into the upper space later or eliminate the second
floor and do only a first floor addition. Peters noted that even ff an unfinished second
floor was developed, the staff could use the unfinished area for work space and
storage.
Responding to a question of savings ff a second floor were added, Kluge suggested
having a new estimate prepared for either the first floor and unfinished second floor or
just a one-stow addition to be better informed of the difference in cost.
Peters noted the Commission was supporting the second-stow plan and that even with
the Phase II future two-story expansion, the square footage gamed would be less than
the needs assessment suggested.
The $1,190,000 cost estimate was reviewed. Comments included:
The estimate included a five percent estimate contingency and an eight
month inflation cost.
· The estimate did not include Kluge's fee.
· The estimate does not include furnishings (Friends of the Library have
offered $50,000 for furnishings).
The total package, including the complete design, construction,
inspection, surveying, etc. would cost $1.4 million.
Discussion regarding donating of services for construction was discussed, however
with government projects, Davis/Bacon wages would enter into the costs, liability
concerns, etc. Peters explained, the Friends of the Library and Library Commission
would like to fund a portion or all of the cost with grants, however grants are
unattainable usually without a firm commitment from the city and community input,
etc. What amounts of grants that could be acquired would be difficult to foresee.
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Council was asked if the Library Commission could solicit bequests and it was noted,
a firm council policy would not allow that, however, it could be a function of the
Friends of the Library.
It was asked if the construction of an addition would mean additional staff personnel
and Jankowska stated, if the second story were built and fully functional, additional
staffing would be necessary. However, with a one-story or second story for storage
use, additional personnel would not be required. It was also noted, approximately a
60% increase in heat would occur with a second story.
In regard to funding for an expansion, Williams noted administration was currently in
the midst of preparing the annual budget and an overview of the city's financial
situation was not available. However, he felt the financial future of the city would be
difficult. Williams continued, at the last budget season, the council discussed the
level of comfort they would want in regard to the un-appropriated reserves. Currently
the reserve was at $6 million and if council felt comfortable to lower it to $5 million,
council would still have to consider ongoing and increasing costs to the General Fund
which probably would necessitate a raise in taxes whether a library expansion is built
or not. He added, it was possible to bring the reserve down to $5 million and build the
expansion, but it would not be possible to do it without giving strong consideration to
raising the taxes.
M~ga~ O'Neill-- O'Neill made the following points:
· Stated she is a member of the Friends of the Library, which is very strong
with several hundred members.
The community is committed to the library.
· The library is one of the finest found but is running out of space.
· The children are for whom the library should be expanded.
· When people are considering relocation, they investigate schools, library,
other facilities.
· Thinks council would be investing in the future.
· Their raffles are very popular, se!h'ng out every year.
· Thinks it would be short-sided to think money is tight -- if that is done,
the library will never be expanded.
· The addition is predominantly for children, where the future lies.
Nedra Evenson -- Evenson made the following comments:
· There had been several generations of council members since she first
was associated with the library and appealing for the expansion.
· Is inconceivable to her the library had not already been expanded.
· Thinks now is the time to expand the library and funds are somewhere to
do it according to their needs.
· They have been short of space for more than ten years.
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· To drag the issue on is insulting to the children, adults and she didn't
know of a reason not to go forward with the expansion.
Porter asked if the Commission had discussed the requesting of a bond issue on the
ballot to fund the expansion. Peters answered no. He added, from past experiences,
they didn't feel the public would want to fund an expansion through bonding. He
interpreted the failed bond issues as the community wasn't against the expansion,
they were against bonding for the expansion. Williams noted, it is a very favorable
time to bond. Peters noted, to convince the voters it is a good time to bond has been
difficult. During the last bond effort, there was a group in the community who raised
$20,000 to defeat the proposition as they didn't want to raise their property taxes,
even though only approximately 15% of the budget is raised through property taxes.
He added, he believed the community supported the library. Peters also noted, the
number of volunteers had decreased over the last number of years and he felt if there
was a larger area in which to work, the volunteers would increase.
Ricky Gease, Kenai Visitors and Convention Bureau -- Gease stated he believed the
library functioned as a critical part of the community and Kenai has the finest public
facilities on the Central Peninsula. He added, he personally hoped the expansion
would get funded now because within four or five years, the Cultural Center would
also be needing to expand as they were already reaching the maximum of their space.
Gease added, he wanted to keep the city's facilities up and operational and how it is
done is a hard question. He continued, he believed these were valid needs in the
community and public facilities define a community.
Margaret Gilman -- Agreed with O'Neill that it is 'the children of the community who
need the expansion. She asked council to keep in mind, the library was the only place
in Kenai that is free to any child to get books, which educate and help them be life-
long learners and readers. She noted, five years ago the library bond was turned down
as well as the hockey rink, but the council went ahead to build the hockey fink..
Gilman added, she believed the library was one of the sterling assets of Kenai.
Children in the schools visit the community libraries because of the cutbacks in
funding to school libraries. She added, she believed council needed to look to the
future and investigate the uses of the library and that the library expansion includes
an addition for the children is very important.
Debbie Sonberg -- Stated she felt that due to historical information, pushing for a
bond issue would kill the project and she would prefer not to bond it at this time.
Rebecca Gilman -- Stated she likes using the library and has volunteered there and
thinks kids should have a bigger facility and better library.
Councilman Moore stated to the Commission, the council gave them the $1 million
figure and the Commission did their investigation and he supported council
committing to the funds, contingent upon the Commission finding matching funds.
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Williams suggested waiting until administration forwards their budget information
with what level of un-appropriated funds they feel would be acceptable. At that time,
council will include all facets of spending in the city, including the commitment to the
addition to the library. He added, the council was fairly committed to doing the
project, but until the budget information is reviewed, it would be difficult for them to
say how far they could commit. Williams asked the Commission to begin to explore
grant opportunities, explaining the city would like to have some matching funds (even
two to one). He added, there would have to be some discussion about increased
revenues.
Brenckle asked if it would be possible for them, in their inquiries, to indicate the city
will be committing funds, but the exact amount had not yet been determined. She
added, she thought, with making that statement, they may be in a better position to
acquire positive responses from granting foundations. Williams stated they could say
the city is very interested in committing the funds, but not say the city can and will
commit the funds at this time. Porter noted, the Commission could show by the
expenditures of drawings, cost estimates, etc. that the city has put out a good-faith
effort Responses back from grantors should then be brought to council to review and
then consider moving forward or not.
The work session adjourned at approximately 7:08 p.m.
Notes transcribed and prepared by:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
CITY OF KENAI
"Oil Capital of Alaska"
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA'
TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535
FAX: 907-283-3014
Memorandum
Date: March 1,2002
To:
From:
Mayor Williamls[~uncil Members
Linda L. Snov~f~ity Manager
Well House #4 Site Location
Attached please find the draft Right of Entry and Option to Purchase agreement for
the purpose of exploratory ddlling for water on the property descdbed in my memo
dated February 15"' and discussed at the February 20th Council meeting. As
directed at that meeting, negotiations have proceeded with the property owner as
reflected in this draft agreement.
If the draft agreement does not meet with your approval, please advise the
Administration of the necessary changes, it the draft agreement does meet with
your approval, please authorize the City Manager to enter into the final Right of Entry
and Option to Purchase agreement with the property owner.
RIGHT OF ENTRY AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
,
PARTIES TO AGREEMENT: The parties to this agreement are the City of Kenai
(Buyer), 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200, Kenai, AK 99611 and Morgan Family Limited
Partnership (Seller), P. O. Box 1101, Kenai, AK 99611.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Bridge Road Subdivision No.
Attachment A.
514 Van Antwerp Avenue, Kenai, AK 99611; Tract A,
2; Borough parcel number 4901309. See map at
3. PURPOSE:
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So
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The Buyer is interested in developing a new water well to meet the demand for
city water usage. The property described above is a potential site for the new
water well. The Buyer would like to drill an exploratory well on the property and
if a sufficient quality and quantity of water is found, purchase the property at an
agreed-to price. If sufficient quality and quantity of water is not found, the Buyer
will not purchase the property and the exploratory well will be given to the seller
or decommissioned at the Seller's option.
be
The decision of whether the water is of sufficient quantity and quality is within
the sole discretion of the City. The Seller shall notify the Buyer within ten (10)
days of being notified of the decision to not purchase the property of whether it
wishes to keep the well or have it decommissioned. If the Seller opts to have it
decommissioned, the Buyer will have sixty (60) days.to complete the
decommissioning.
RIGHT OF ENTRY: For a period of six (6) months from the date of this agreement, the
Buyer and its employees and agents will have the fight to enter upon the property and
drill an exploratory water well. The Buyer and its employees and agents shall have the
fight to conduct such activity as would be done in the ordinary course of drilling a water
well of such size and scope. The Seller shall not be entitled to any compensation for the
Buyer's option to purchase, fight of entry or any damage to the property necessarily
occurring within the ordinary scope of drilling a water well of such size and scope.
OPTION TO PURCHASE- On or before August 31, 2002, the Buyer shall inform the
seller in writing whether it has within its sole discretion decided to exercise its option to
purchase the property. If the Buyer fails to notify the seller of its intent to exercise its
option to purchase the property by the deadline, the option shall be deemed to have been
declined.
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PURCHASE PRICE' If the Buyer elects to exercise its option to purchase the property,
the price will be $40,000.00.
RIGHT OF ENTRY AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
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POWER TO CONVEY REAL PROPERTY: Seller represents that it has full fight,
power, and authority to convey the real property to the Buyer and will convey it to the
Buyer in fee simple by general warranty deed. Title to the real property shall be good
and marketable, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, unless previously agreed to
by the Buyer.
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS,
STORAGE TANKS:
TOXIC WASTE, AND
UNDERGROUND
Seller warrants that the real property presently contains no hazardous material,
toxic waste, or underground storage tanks. If any such materials, waste, or tanks
are discovered within five (5) years from the date of this agreement, and are
deemed to have originated prior to the date of this agreement, Seller shall remove
or clean them up, and Seller shall defend, indemnify, and hold Buyer harmless
from liability arising from such materials, waste, or tanks. If Buyer removes,
cleans up, or mitigates the impact of any materials, waste or tanks existing on the
property on the date of this agreement, and discovered within five (5) years, Seller
will reimburse Buyer's costs and expenses of the same.
b~
Seller hereby grants Buyer permission to perform an environmental audit of the
real property, which shall be accomplished prior to closing of the real property
transfer, and agrees to Provide relevant information it may possess. If any such
hazardous material, toxic waste, or underground storage tanks are discovered as a
result of the audit, this agreement is voidable at Buyer's option. Buyer
employees, the contractor performing the environmental audit, the contractor's
employees, and subcontractors and their employees, may enter the property to
perform the environmental audit, and may remove samples of soil, water, building
materials, and other substances necessary for performing the environmental audit.
Other testing necessary for the environmental audit may be performed on site.
Ce
Seller understands that the findings of the environmental audit could affect the
value, marketability, and other aspects of the real property. Seller shall not hold
Buyer, its employees, the contractor or subcontractor, or their employees liable
for any effect the findings of the environmental audit may have on the value,
marketability, or other aspects of the real property.
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DIMINISHMENT OF VALUE, RISK OF LOSS: Seller shall not do, or allow another
to do, any act prior to closing that causes the value or title of the real property to diminish
or to be encumbered. All risk of loss of damage to the real property prior to closing shall'
be borne by Seller. If any such loss, damage, diminishment,.or encumbrance occurs, this
agreement is voidable at Buyer's option. As a consequence of the environmental audit, if
any such hazardous material, toxic waste, or underground storage tanks are discovered as
a result of the audit, this agreement is voidable at Buyer's option.
RIGHT OF ENTRY AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
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19.
RIGHT TO ENTER ON THE REAL PROPERTY: Seller agrees that prior to closing,
the employees and authorized agents of Buyers shall have the fight to enter on the real
property for any lawful purposes allowed under this agreement.
TITLE INSURANCE' City will apply for a preliminary commitment for title insurance
for the real property. The Buyer shall pay cost of title insurance.
TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS' Seller shall pay all property taxes, if any, for the
calendar year during which ownership of the property is transferred to Buyer.
SURVEYING AND PLATTING' The real property has been surveyed and platted, and
the costs of it have been or will be borne by Buyer.
OTHER CLOSING COSTS' Seller shall pay all costs of providing clear title to the real
property. Buyer shall pay the costs of closing the title insurance. Buyer shall prepare the
Warranty Deed, closing instructions, and provide for recordation fees, if any.
PROHIBITION ON ASSIGNMENT' Seller may not aSsign this agreement and any
rights or duties arising under it without the prior written consent of Buyer.
PROPERTY CLOSING AGENT: The following firm will be the closing agent for this
transaction. Buyer will deliver to the closing agent all documents and funds needed for
closing the transaction.
First American Title of Alaska
105 Trading Bay Road, Suite 103
Kenai, AK 99611
CLOSING DATE, RIGHT OF POSSESSION' The date for closing this transaction
shall be mutually agreeable to Buyer and Seller. At closing, the fight of possession shall
pass to Buyer. Title will pass upon recordation of the Warranty Deed.
EXECUTION BY BUYER AND SELLER: This document is not a binding agreement
until both parties have signed it. The effective date of this agreement shall be the most
recent date of signature. This agreement may be executed by counterparts.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This document contains the entire agreement between Buyer
and Seller. There are no other conditions, terms, or promises that are not expressed in it.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties have executed this agreement on this
... ,2002.
day of
CITY OF KENAI (Buyer)
RIGHT OF ENTRY AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
Page 3 of 5
By:
Linda L. Snow
City Manager
MORGAN FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
(Seller)
By:
Printed:
Title:
RIGHT OF ENTRY AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
Page 4 of 5
STATE OF ALASKA
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of ,2002, LINDA L. SNOW,
Kenai City Manager, personally appeared before me, to me known to be the individual described in
and who executed the foregoing document and acknowledged that she/he signed the same as
her/his fi'ee and voluntary act and deed, for the uses and purposes therein mentioned.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND and official seal the day and year last above written.
Notary Public in and for Alaska.
My Commission Expires:
STATE OF ALASKA
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this~ day of ,2002, (name)
, (title) , of the MORGAN FAMILY LIMITED
PARTNE~HIP, personally appeared before me, to me known to be the individual described in
and who executed the foregoing document and acknowledged that she/he signed the same as
her/his free and voluntary act and deed, for the uses and purposes therein mentioned.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND and official seal the day and year last above written.
Notary Public in and for Alaska.
My Commission Expires:
RIGHT OF ENTRY AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
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Convention &
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February 19, 2002
City of Kenai
Mayor John Williams
210 Fidalgo Avenue Ste 200
Kenai, AK 99611
Dear Mayor John Williams:
The Kenai Convention and Visitors Bureau, in conjunction with Kenai Peninsula College, once
again will host the largest summer-long art exhibition in the state of Alaska, showing exclusively at the
Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. "Spirit of Alaska: The
Inner Landscape," on display from May 1 to Sept. 8, will feature 90 original works from some of the best-
known artists in Alaska, many of whom have national reputations.
Artist and art educator Celia Carl-Anderson is curating "Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscaped"
which will include paintings, sculpture, photography and multi-media work, all examining the artists'
personal connection with Alaska.
In past years, "2001' A Fish Odyssey," and "Alaska 2000' A Celebration of Wildlife Art,"
attracted tens of thousands of visitors each summer.
As you can imagine, putting on a world-class art exhibition like this is not inexpensive. We have
had tremendous support from the business community during the past two years. Dozens have opened
their pocketbooks to support our shows. In exchange, their names were permanently attached to the show
in media releases, in our program and in our gallery.
Sponsorship is a vital component of our success in producing the wildly popular summer art
exhibitions. Sponsors help underwrite the costs in four areas: the art exhibition itself, the art education
program benefiting thousands of students, the grand opening reception and the acquisition fund for the
Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center's permanent contemporary art collection. I am writing to ask that you consider becoming one of our sponsors.
I realize not every company can support us at the same rate, so we have five levels of sponsorship
available for you to choose from. I know one is just the right fit for you and your company. The top level
of sponsorship is the King Salmon, at $5,000. The Silver Salmon is next, at $2,500, followed by the Red
Salmon at $1,000, the Pink Salmon at $500, followed by the Rainbow level, exclusively for individuals, at
$250. Please see the sponsorship enclosures for full details.
With upwards of 50,000 people visiting the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center, the public
relations value of all sponsorship levels far exceeds their monetary value. I urge you to consider
supporting the show at the highest level you feel comfortable.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I will follow up with you before the middle of
March about sponsoring "The Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape," the largest art show in the state of
Alaska this summer. If you would like to contact me before then, please do so at your convenience. I can
be reached at 283-1991 or via e-mail at ricky, gease~visitkenai.com. . /,.~,~.
Sincerely, ~~de,~ ~q,4,,~~ . b/m~;~5 ''~
Ricky Gease, Executive Director
www.visitkenai.com ~11~ 0'- ~r')~C'lff'~-~·
11471 Kenai Spur Highway · Kenai, Alaska 99611 · (c)07) Z83-1991. Fax i907~ 2l:13-72_30 · F-mail, kcvl~},al~qk~ n~,~' v
Spirit o£Aiaska; The Inner Landscape
Nlay I through September 8, 2002
Exclusively at the Kenai Visitors and Cultural
Center
Kenai
.]ointly organized by:
Convention and Visitors Bureau and
Kenai Peninsula College
B.,usin S_ on orship Opportunities
KING SALMON - $5,000: Underwrites art exhibition, art
education programs and workshops, grand opening reception and
IVlother's Day community event, and art acquisitions for the Kenai
Visitors and Cultural Center contemporary art collection.
SILVER SALMON -$2~500: Underwrites art exhibition, art
education programs and workshops, and grand opening reception
and Mother's Day community event.
RED SALMON - $:1.~000: Underwrites art exhibition and art
education programs and workshops.
PINK SALMON -
$S00: Underwrites art exhibition.
n#iv, /'dual
RAZNBOW -
$250: Underwrites art exhibition.
All sponsors will be invited to an exclusive "first viewing" of the exhibition
with guest curator Celia Anderson on the evening of Wednesday, ~lay 1.
Sponsorships can be tax-deductible if desired.
Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center Spirit of/llaska: The Inner Landscape May I through SePtember 8, 2002
$Bonsor Benefits:
KZNG SALMON - $5,000: Underwrites art exhibition, art
education programs and workshops, grand, opening reception and
IVlother's Day community event, and art acquisitions for the Kenai
Visitors and Cultural Center contempora~ art collection.
Art Exhibition: From May 1 through Sept. 8, approximately 20,000+
people will attend the exhibition. King salmon sPonsors will receive:
· recognition on the welcoming panel at the entrance of the exhibition;
· recognition in the exhibition brochure, given to everg person who
attends show, with information about the artists and the companies
who made the art show possible;
· fifty "Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape" posters, featuring
odginai artwork by Alaskan artist David ~ollett (retail for $10);
· twenty-five free exhibition passes (entrance fee is $3);
· recognition on Exploring Alaska with Paul Gray, a statewide
television show which will feature one episode exclusively to "Spirit of
~laska:/he Inner landscape."
Art Education: The month of May is devoted to hosting visiting school
children. For Kenai Peninsula Borough students who visit the art exhibition, a
special art education curriculum is created by Debbie Harris, art education
specialist, and Celia Anderson, guest curator and art education director for
the KPB school district. Over 1,500 school children will come see the
exhibition and be engaged by the arts curriculum. King salmon sponsors will
receive:
· Recognition will be given on all printed materials given to students,
teachers and parents who attend from throughout the KPB school
district, as well as from other districts across the state.
· Recognition on the www.visitkenai.com website area dedicated to
viewing the exhibition and art education components on-line.
Grand opening reception & other community events: The grand
opening reception on Saturday, Hay 4 will attract 600 to 800 people, with
artists, sponsors and dignitaries from Southcentral Alaska. Also, the day will
Kenai Visitors"and CUltural'Center Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape MJ~ 1 through September 8, 2002=-£==::: :':'_'-'-'~t::: ::='_'.
S~onsor Benefits:
SILVER SALMON -$2,500: Underwrites art exhibition, art
education programs and workshops, and grand opening reception
and Mother's Day community event.
Art Exhibition: From May 1 through Sept. 8, approximately 20,000+
people will attend the exhibition. Silver salmon sponsors will receive'
· recognition on the welcoming panel at the entrance of the exhibition;
· recognition in the e×hibition brochure, given to eve~ person who
attends show, with information about the artists and the companies
who made the art show possible;
· twenty-five "Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape" posters,
featuring original artwork by Alaskan artist David Mollett (retail for
SZ0);
· twenty free exhibition passes (entrance fee is $3);
· recognition on £xpioring Alaska with Paul Gm¥~ a statewide
television show which will feature one episode exclusively to "Spirit of
Alaska: 'i'he Inner landscape."
Art Education: The month of May is devoted to hosting visiting school
children. For Kenai Peninsula Borough students who visit the art exhibition, a
special art education curriculum is created by Debbie Harris, art education
specialist, and Celia Anderson, guest curator and art education director for
the KPB school district. Over 1,500 school children will come see the
exhibition and be engaged by the arts curriculum. Silver salmon sponsors will
receive'
· Recognition will be given on all printed materials given to students,
teachers and parents who attend from throughout the KPB school
district, as. well as from other districts across the state.
· Recognition on the www.visitkenai.com website area dedicated to
viewing the exhibition and art education components on-line.
Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape May 1 through September 8, 2002
$~on$or Benefits:
RED SALMON - $1,000: Underwrites art exhibition and art
education programs and workshops.
Art Exhibition: From May 1 through Sept. 8, approximately 20,000+
people will attend the exhibition. Red salmon sponsors will receive:
· recognition on the welcoming panel at the entrance of the exhibition;
· recognition in the eXhibiUon brochure, given to everg person who
attends show, with information about the artists and the companies
who made the art show possible;
· fifteen "Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape" posters, featuring
original artwork by Alaskan artist David Nollett (retail for $10);
· ten free exhibition passes (entrance fee is $3).
Art Education: The month of May is devoted to hosting visiting school
children. For Kenai Peninsula Borough students who visit the art exhibition, a
special art education curriculum is created by Debbie Harris, art education
specialist, and Celia Anderson, guest curator and art education direCtOr for
the KPB school district. Over 1,500 school children will.come see the
exhibition and be engaged by the arts curriculum. Red salmon sponsors will
receive:
· Recognition will be given on all printed materials given to students,
teachers and parents who attend from throughout the KPB school
district, as well as from other districts across the state.
· Recognition on the www.visitkenai.com website area dedicated to
viewing the exhibition and art education components on-line.
Grand opening reception: The grand opening reception on Saturday,
May 4 will attract 600 to 800 people, with artists, sponsors and dignitaries
from Southcentral Alaska. Also, the day will mark the 10~ anniversary
celebration of the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center, which opened in April of
1992. Red salmon sponsors will receive:
· recognition at the grand opening reception for sponsoring the
exhibition;
· reco§nition on the 1,200+ mailed invitations for the ~rand opening
reception.
Kenai Visitors and Cultural center Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape May 1 through September 8, 2'002:.=..
Sponsor Ben efit$
PTNK SALMON -
$500'.
Underwrites art exhibition.
Art Exhibition: From iVlay 1 through Sept. 8, approximately 20,000+
people will attend the exhibition. Pink salmon sponsors will receive'
· recognition on the welcoming panel at the entrance of the exhibition;
· recognition in the exhibition brochure, given to every person who
attends show, with information about the artists and the companies
who made the art show possible~
· ten "Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape" posters, featuring
original artwork by Alaskan artist David ~ollett (retail for $10);
· five free exhibition passes (entrance fee is $3).
Grand opening reception: The grand opening reception on Saturday,
May 4 will attract 600 to 800 people, with artists, sponsors and dignitaries
from $outhcentral Alaska. Also, the day will mark the 10~ anniversary
celebration of the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center, which opened in April of
1992. Pink salmon sponsors will receive:
· recognition at the grand opening reception for sponsoring the
exhibition,
· recognition on the 1,200+ mailed invitations for the grand opening
reception.
Public relations: The bureau will also coordinate with many
national and state travel writers, visitor centers, and media professionals to
generate articles and publicity about "Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape"
and the 90 featured artists. We will work closely with all of our contacts in
the tourism industry statewide to help generate additional advertising for the
exhibition.
Tn addition, the bureau is coordinating with the Kenai and $oidotna
chambers of commerce to use the "Spirit of Alaska" theme in their 4~ of .luly
and Progress Days parades, respectively. The bureau will be making
presentations to the chamber, the Kenai City Council, and local Rotary Clubs.
Red salmon sponsors will receive:
· thank you recognition to sponsors in local newspaper.
Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center Spirit of Alaska: The Inner Landscape May 1 through September 8, 2002
Alaska's~"~
KENA I N S U LA
February 20, 2002
City of Soldotna
Carol Freas
210 Fidalgo Ave, Suite 200
Kenai, AK 99611-
Dear Carol,
The Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council would like to extend our sincerest
appreciation for your contribution and donation to the 2002 Peninsula Winter Games.
Our 25th anniversary celebration of the Peninsula Winter Games was successful in large
part due to your continued generous support.
This year, we had a great turnout for our activities and events, with almost 500 children
participating in events throughout the weekend. We also featured two new events that
were a huge success. The first ever Snowboarding Competition was a big hit with the
younger crowd, while the SnowCross Snowmachine Race thrilled onlookers, young and
old. The Ice Sculpting Competition, in its second year as a Peninsula Winter Games
event, also featured some amazing works of art and attracted incredibly talented ice
sculptors from across the state.
Once again, on behalf of the Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council and the
Peninsula Winter Games Board and staff, please accept our sincere thanks for your
continued generosity and support.
Sincerely,
Dm J. Garson
Marketing Coordinator
phone (907) 283-3850
fax (907) 283-2838
e-mail info@kenaipeninsula.org
150 North Willow, Suite 42
Kenai, Alaska 99611
KENAI RIVER
' ~1~) Sl~n~ial Management Area
"Working together...for the river"
February 25, 2002
Dear Cooperator:
Enclosed you will find the final revised version of a Memorandum of Understanding
among local, state and federal agencies that have agreed to work in partnership to
maintain regular water quality monitoring of the Kenai River and its associated
watershed. A draft version of this document was distributed in the spring of 2001 for
comments from all partners. Based on those comments, the Kenai Watershed Forum has
made some minor changes to the MOU and has partnered with the Kenai River Special
Management Area Adviso,D' Board to redistribute the document for final signatures from
the parties listed on the MOU.
The only substantial change in this newest version comes from the federal agencies that
require a 5-year review and renewal for any signed document. This Memorandum of
Understanding does not bind any agency or organization to the expenditure of funds or
staff toward this effort. Rather, it demonstrates all of our good faith efforts to work
together to share data and provide resources when they are available. Specific
Memorandum of Agreements may be drawn up with certain individual organizations and
agencies that reflect a more firm commitment to the program. All such agreements Will
be shared with all parties to this understanding.
Please sign and return the MOU as soon as possible to the following address'
Kcnai Watershed Forum
PO Box 2937
Soldotna, AK 99669
Any questions should be directed to Robert Ruffner, Executive Director, Kenai
Watershed Forum, (907) 260-5449 or Ted Wellman, President, Kenai River Special
Management Area Advisory Board, (907) 257-5300.
Sincerely,
Ted lman
President
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Kenai Area Office, Box 1247, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262.5581
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Box 850, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-4441
Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, Department of Natural Resoumes, in cooperation with the Kenal Peninsula Borough.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
February 2002
BETWEEN
THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, KENM NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
U.S. FOREST SERVICE, CHUGACH NATIONAL FOREST
ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME
ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
CITY OF SOLDOTNA
CITY OF KENAI
COOK INLET AQUACULTURE
AND
NORTHERN TESTING LABORATORIES, INC.
KENAI RIVER SPORTFISHING ASSOCIATION INC.
TI:rE NATURE CONSERVANCY, ALASKA CItAPTER
KENAI WATERSHED FORUM
This Memorandum of Understanding between the above-listed parties,
hereinafter referred to as Agencies/Organizations, reflects the general policy
guidelines within which the Agencies/Organizations agree to operate in
relation to the "Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Monitoring Program",
hereinafter referred to as the WQ Program.
WHEREAS, Water quality monitoring was identified in the "Kenai River
Comprehensive Management Plan" adopted December 1997 as an important
component to management of the Kenai River and its health, and
WHEREAS, The Nature Conservancy of Alaska in 1997, through
Environmental Protection Agency funding, hired a facilitator to develop,
along with interested agency/organization representatives, a framework to
.guide the establishment of a baseline water quality monitoring program, and
WHEREAS, The "Framework for Water Quality Monitoring of the Kenai
River" was completed in November 1998, and
Memorandum of Understanding
Kenai River Baseline Water Quali~ Monitoring Program
Page I of 4
WHEREAS, The Nature Conservancy of Alaska and the Kenai Watershed
Forum began implementation of the Framework by obtaining a grant
through the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation for the
Program and by working through representatives of the
Agencies/Organizations listed above to collect water quality samples of 20
sites along the Kenai River, and
WHEREAS, The City of Soldotna Wastewater Treatment Plant has donated
services to assist in analysis of Kenai River water samples, and '
WHEREAS, Northern Testing Laboratories, Inc. has donated a 30%
discount for the analysis of Kenai River water samples and technical
assistance in the design and implementation of the monitoring program, and
WHEREAS, The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge has a congressionally
established legal purpose to protect the water quality of the Refuge, and
WHEREAS, Local, State and Federal Agencies, 'and non-governmental
organizations party to this Memorandum of UnderStanding recognize
the Kenai River to be important to the human and ecological community of
the central Kenai Peninsula, and
WHEREAS, There is a benefit to collecting baseline water quality
information for improving the understanding of the Kenai River, and
WHEREAS, There are benefits in coordinating efforts for the planning,
collection, analysis, management, and presentation of baseline water quality
data, and
WHEREAS, It is important to ensure baseline water quality data are of a
known quality for agency and community understanding of the current and
future conditions of the Kenai River.
NOW, THEREFORE,
FOLLOWS:
THE PARTIES DO HEREBY AGREE AS
1. To work co-operatively to facilitate a long-term Baseline Water Quality
Monitoring Program for the Kenai River.
Memorandum of Understanding
Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Monitoring Program
Page 2 of 4
2. To support the collection and analysis of water samples from the Kenai
River Baseline Water Quality sampling effort through funding, in-kind
services or other mechanisms to the degree allowed by normal planning and
budget constraints, and to the extent allowable by applicable laws,
regulations, and policies.
3. To provide for agency/organization representation to meet at least twice
annually to discuss the Baseline Water Quality program, dissemination
of analytical results, future sampling effort coordination, funding, and the
overall progress in implementing this Memorandum of Understanding.
4. To acknowledge that this agreement does not:
A. Limit agencies, local governments, tribes or organizations in the
collection or use of data for purposes other than that of the
cooperative effort;
B. Obligate any party in the expenditure of funds, contributions to
monitoring, or providing staff support;
C. Intend to conflict with federal, state, or local laws or regulations,
with an understanding if there are conflicts, this agreement will be
amended at the first opportunity to bring it into conformance with
applicable laws or regulations; and
D. Intend to enlarge or diminish the responsibilities or statutory
authority of any of the signatories or any other party over the
management of water or its resources within the Kenai River
drainage.
This MOU becomes effective and will remain in effect for five years from
the date of signatm'e, at which time all parties will reevaluate the need and
desire to enter into any subsequent understanding. Once all parties have
signed and returned this MOU, each party will receive a copy the signatory
pages:
Memorandum of Understanding
Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Monitoring Program
Page 3 of 4
Signature Page
Signed Name Title
Agency/Organization
Printed Name Date
SIGNATURE PAGE, INCLUDES'
· Mayor, Kenai Peninsula Borough
· Regional Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Kenai National
Wildlife Refuge
· Forest Supervisor, U.S. Forest Service, Chugach National Forest
· Commissioner, Alaska Dept. ofFish and Game
· Commissioner, Alaska Dept. of Natural Resources
Commissioner, Alaska Dept. of Environmental Conservation
Mayor, City of Soldoma
· Mayor, City of Kenai
Chair, Kenai Watershed Forum
Director, Cook Inlet Aquaculture
· President, Northern Testing Laboratories, Inc.
· Director, The Nature Conservancy of Alaska
Memorandum of Understanding
Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Monitoring Program
Page 4 of 4
INFORMATION ITEMS
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 6, 2002
o
o
,
2/26/02 Public Works Department, Project Status Report.
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board 2/21/02 Meeting Agenda
and minutes of 1 / 17 / 02 meeting.
2/02 Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. Newsletter.
Project status Report
A=Active
NC=Non-Construction
F=Future
STIP=State Trans. Imp.
KK - Keith Komelis
JL - Jack La Shot
RS - Robert Springer
MK - Marilyn Kebschull
Jet - Jan Taylor
A/NC/F/ CityContaet ProJoetNam
STP
Status
A KK Bridge Access W & S Feasibility'
Study
Received grants, DEC - $25,000; EDA- $25,000.
RFP for winter work.
A KK Bridge Access/Frontage Road
Water Main
Design/inspection contract awarded to McLane
Consulting Group. Zubeck completed most of the
project. Clean up and landscaping next spring.
A JL/RS City Hall Renovation
City Clerk moved,
A MK Comprehensive Plan
A JL
Contaminated Soils- Shop
Draft background report received and reviewed.
Draft Chapter 2 goals and objectives review
completed by P&Z. Public meeting 3/23 to review
plan implementation alternatives.
Report submitted to DEC.
A MK
Daubenspeck Economic
Development Study
$20,000 grant received. Study being conducted by
Kevin Waring Associates in conjunction with the
Comprehensive Plan. Quarterly report and bill due
4/15/02.
A JL
Daubenspeck Environmental
Site Assessment
A KK Gill Street Water Main Crossing
Spur
Final report has been received. U ST removal
report received and subm. itted to ADEC.
DOT had made this part of the Spur 10.6 - 22. City
to reimburse DOT. Peninsula Construction has
installed water main. Curb, gutter, & asphalt
paving completed. Final landscaping and seeding
to be done next season.
A JL
Kenai AP ARFF/SRE Facility
Working on interior plumbing, mechanical,
electrical, etc..~Putting together communications
project.
Tuesday, February 26, 2002 Page 1 of 3
A/NC/F/ CityContaet Project Name
III
A KK Kenai Coastal Trail
Status
Design Concept Reports are complete...City is to
receive $500,000 in funding. PND has submitted
environmental/permits. Many agencies are raising
questions. Had meeting with agencies on February
12.
A JL
Library Improvements
Work session held with Council.
A JL
Maintenance Shop
Preliminary plans and specifications complete.
A KK
Mission Avenue Sewer Line
Relocation
Jackson Construction has completed their work.
Working on releases from subcontractors.
A JL
A KK
Multi-Purpose Facility
Refrigeration
Title 17 Review and W & S
Regulations
Finishing punch list items. Spring work to do.
Working with Larry...Completed revisions to W & S
regulations. Rate study is part of Wastewater
Facilities Plan.
A JL
Underground Storage Tank-
Airport
Extra soils removed and stockpiled. Report to
ADEC finished.
A KK
Wastewater Facility Master Plan
Awarded project to CH2M Hill. Reviewed 35%
completion draft.
a KK
WH 4
Coble completed an area ground water study. He
has recommended some sites in his report. City
has evaluated the recommended sites. Looking at
drilling exploratory well off Bridge Access Road.
Received land appraisal and negotiating with land
owner.
STIP KK
DOT- Bridge Access Pathway
Pathway along Bridge Access Road from K-Beach
to Spur 3.3 miles...Design FFY 02, ROW 02,
Utilities 03, & Construction 03 & 04 with total cost
$4 million. Controversy over possible no build
where trail is on shoulder of existing road.
Tuesday, February 26, 2002
Page 2 of 3
JNCfi/ City Cuntaut
II
STIP KK
ProJ Nam
DOT- Forest Drive/Redoubt
Status
Foster Construction has completed project. City
and DOT has had the final walk through. Still a few
items on final punch list. City has taken over
maintenance.
STIP KK
DOT - Kenai Spur Unity Trail
Pathway
Pedestrian/bike pathway along Kenai Spur from
MP 2.8 to 8.2. DOT is adding steel casing across
Beaver Creek near ROW for future water main.
DOT received the environmental permits. City
gave DOT temporary and permanent easements
for Beaver Creek Crossing. On 8/15/01 Alaska
Roadbuilders was Iow bidder at $2,138,117.
STIP KK
DOT- Spur 10.6 - 22.0
DOT agreed to almost all of City's
recommen0ations...Alaska Roadbuilders has work
to do next spdng on the project. DOT added Gill
Street Water Crossing Spur to this project.
Tuesday, February 26, 2002
Page 3 of 3
KENAI RIVER
'~it ~Sp~ial Management Area
"Working together...for the river"
....
*** Meeting Agenda***
CALL TO ORDER
Thursday, February 21, 2002
7:00 p.m.
Kenai River Center
II.
A. Roll Call
B. Approval of 1/17/02 minutes
C. Agenda Changes and Approval
PUBLIC COMMENT
III.
NEW BUSINESS
IV.
A. Board Elections
B. Seward Highway MP 18-25 and Soldotna Urban Project Proposals, Laurie
Mulcahy, DOT Environmental Analyst
OLD BUSINESS
Ve
Vie
A. River Terrace Site Cleanup- Update, Rich Sunder, DEC
B. Water Quality Committee, Charles Quarre
C. Recreation Use Study Committee, Chris Degemes
D. Kenai River Nutrient Study Public Outreach Committee
E. Kenai River Center Update, Suzanne Fisler
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
A. Board Comments
B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting
Committee Meetings: 2/21/02 at the KRC: Water Quality Committee, 5:30 p.m.; Contact
Committee Chairman Charles Quarre for more information
Kenai Area Office, Box 1247, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-5581
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Box 850, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-4441
Alaska Division of Parks ancl Outdoor Recreation, Department of Natural Resources, in COOl3eration with the Kenai Peninsula Borougt~.
I®
CALL TO ORDER
*** Meeting Agenda***
Thursday, January 17, 2002
7:00 p.m.
Kenai River Center
II.
A. Roll Call
Present: Rick Wood, Robin West, Bill Shuster, Chris Degemes, Deric
Marcorelle, Ted Wellman, Paul Shadura, Janette Cadie~x, Charles Quarre,
Jim Golden, Glenda Landua for Lance Trasky, Joe Connors, Brett Huber,
Tim Navarre, Linda Snow
Absent: David Westerman, Ann Whitmore-Painter
B. Approval of 11/15/01 minutes
Minutes approved as written.
C. Agenda Changes and Approval
Ted added new business agenda item A, Tim Stevens from DEC to talk
about the Kenai Watershed Forum's funding source.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
III.
NEW BUSINESS
A..Kenai Watershed Forum's Funding, Tim Stevens, DEC
DEC provides grant funding for agencies for water quality monitoring
throughout the state. Currently DEC has provided the Kenai Watershed
Forum a grant for $45,000. DEC hopes to give the Watershed Forum
another grant this year to continue their monitoring of the Kenai River.
This is the third year for the grant.
B. City of Soldotna's Centennial Park Project Update, William Nelson,
William J. Nelson and Associates, P.E.
Blake Larson filled in for William Nelson. Currently they are working on
Phase 2 of the project, which is 1600 lineal feet upriver of the existing
Centennial Park Phase 1. This will create more elevated walkways and
river entries. They have put in roughly1600 lineal feet of gravel trail. It
will be late winter before the elevated walkways and stairs are placed, and
the permits are received to construct within the 50 foot habitat corridor.
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes- January 17, 2002
Page 1
Based upon questions from the Board, Bruce provided the following
general information. Growth rates are around 2-3 inches per year, and
fastest for younger age classes. At 18 inches the rate tapers off, and
around 24 inches or longer only ½ inch growth a year. Mouth damage
increased the longer the fish lives. Eye damage is fairly low and has not
changed much over the years.
The lower Kenai River catch and harvest are up and the larger fish are
being caught, most likely due to gear type. In the middle fiver the
population has increased as a whole. The upper fiver spawning population
is healthy and increasing.
This study is no longer being funded after July 1, 2002.'ADF&G will
continue to track the tagged fish until they are gone. Bruce will be
providing a full version of this report at the upcoming Board of Fish
meetings in Anchorage.
D. Kenai River Nutrient Study, Public Outreach, Phil North, EPA
This study has had a long "conceptual life" over the last 8-9 years, as
funding sources were sought. EVOS, EPA, ADF&G, Kcnai Watershed
Forum, PWS Science Center, Borough, and many more agencies have
provided overwhelming support for this study. The purpose of this study
is to identify and understand where the nutrients in the river come from.
Urban growth pressures are growing along with all use, and will affect
nutrient levels in the river. A preliminary study of the literature is being
done to identify what is known about nutrients in the Kenai River so later
an actual research program can be proposed. EVOS, Fish & Game, KRSI
and other groups have contributed to the funding for the initial s~udy.
Jim Edmondson was selected to do the initial research.
Phil said a nutrient study is a controversial issue that may impact
management of fisheries, land use and' recreation. A public outreach is
recommended to make sure people's concerns would be considered in
planning for future research. The KRSMA board was suggested as the
umbrella under which to do this outreach program.
Phil then went over the outline for a public outreach by having public
meetings that would establish the purpose and what people's concerns are.
Phil said he can set up the outreach forum, but it would be best not to do
under EPA as he thinks the board would be best to take on a facilitation
role.
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes- January 17, 2002
Page 3
B. MP 45-60 Sterling Highway Project Report
a. Stakeholder Sounding Board Report, Janette Cadieux
Janette said the group is looking through alternative routes and considering
dropping some to seriously consider a few. She said DOT would build the
road to National Highway Standards that would accommodate 60 mph
speeds. The FHWA says they will accept a waiver for a lower speed. At
the next meeting DOT will reiterate "purpose and need." The committee
has been request to review the evaluation criteria and comment by
February 8th regarding each route.
Bill S. discussed the 4-F lands, which are lands or trails that are managed
principally for recreation. When considering alternative routes, choices
should be made to avoid 4-F lands if there is another fe~tsible alternative.
Bill also said the USFS is concerned with how this pertains to ANILCA.
The alternatives do not describe what happens to the existing highway
which means trucks might still use the existing highway. Some focus
needs to be the safety concerns on the current highway which needs work
since the new road will not be finished for about 10 years.
C. Committee Reports
a. Water Quality Committee
Charles went over the MOU between multiple agencies and
organizations. The board approved the draft letter. A motion by Brett
was placed and the board approved sending this letter.
Charles said the cost of the program is around $65,000 with $45,000
from ADEC, but the cost is expected to rise 20-30% due to the Quality
Assurance/Quality Control Plan that is needed to ensure that all of the
water quality samples are taken under rigid guidelines and provide
accurate results. He said they are looking at different approaches to
increase the amount of money devoted to it. He also said they will
approach the agencies again regarding more contributions but if that
does not work the sampling sites will have to be cut down from 20 to 14
or 15 sites.
Tim Stevens, DEC, explained that in the original proposal for a grant
included the QA/QC Plan. He said they are asking for a duplicate
sample for every 20 samples or any unusual sample so there would be an
additional cost 'for these extra samples which he estimates will cost an
additional 15-20%, not. 20-30% as suggested above.
Brett said he believes DEC should make this a priority and should pick
up the extra amount needed. Tim S. said last year KWF requested
$75,000 and actually received a $45,000 grant because of the reduced
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes- January 17, 2002
Page 5
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on site with active charcoal or carbon filters or possible truck it away to
clean it. Suzanne said the water levels have risen since then and now we
won't be able to do any work on the Kenai side because of concerns about
where the culvert comes out to the Kenai River. The water ponds have
thawed now and no equipment can be moved across the site. The proposal
now will involve aeration of the water. Another spill occurred in the
Cooper Landing area, and involved a 3-10 gallon diesel spill where Raven
St. meets Bean Creek Rd., affecting a small stream that runs through the
culvert. Apparently some thawing equipment was sitting there between
December 17-29th and to date, no more information is available.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Vie
Robert Ruffner expressed his appreciation for the support from' the board on the
water quality issues.
ADJOURNMENT
A. Board Comments
Robin W. welcomes Joe Connors to the board.
Brett said he talked to Rep. Lancaster and Sen. Torgerson about the
KRSMA Lands Addition bill. Ken and John are talking and there may be
movement on the bill. He also expressed his appreciation for Robert
Ruffner's work on the water quality issues.
Paul said what the board did today on the Nutrient Study Public Outreach
topic was very damaging and he will publicly oppose the decision made
earlier.
B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting
February 21, 2002
Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes- January 17, 2002
Page 7
Board
of Directors
DIRE.~O~
Convention
& Visitors Bureau,
Your Partner in Tourism Promotion. February ZOOZ Issue
TwiliflM Zone. . O
Imagine if you will an episode of the
Twilight Zone. You are a traveler who
stumbles onto the Kenai Peninsula and find
that there are no roads. You have just traveled
by road across the whole country, where the
combination of local, state and federal taxes
have kept the highway system in good
working order. Along the way you have seen
paid highway crews out and about making
repairs and improvements to existing roads,
paid engineers and surveyors out plotting
new roads to handle increased traffic
demands, paid emergency services on duty
and police personnel on patrol.
But as you entered the western Kenai
Peninsula, you find no roads suitable for
vehicles, only off-road ruts across the
landscape and minor trails for walking. The
strangest thing, though, is that you still come
across car and truck dealerships with full lots;
you also notice new cars and trucks in
driveways. There are gas stations and quick
lube shops, auto parts stores and auto
service centers. You note that the residents
even change their tires to studs during the
winter. The whole structure of the
transportation industry seems to be in place,
except for the fact that there are no roads.
You ask locals, "Why don't you have
roads here?"
"We don't collect taxes for roads here,"
they reply.
Sound like an episode of the Twilight
Zone? Now enter if you will the Bed Tax Zone.
Just as the auto, and airline, industries rely
on targeted transportation taxes to pay for
upkeep of their basic infrastructure, the
tourism industry across the country relies on
targeted tourism taxes to pay for its
infrastructure, such as funding for convention
and visitor bureaus, visitor and conventicn
centers, and general destination marketing.
City, borough and state governments across
the country collect transitory occupancy
taxes (referred to as TOT or bed taxes.)
Everywhere, that is, except for city and
borough governments on the Kenai
Peninsula. While the peninsula tourism
induStry seems to have all its vital
components intact, there is a major fiscal gap
in funding for local CVBs and chambers,
visitor and convention centers, and general
destination marketing. Neither the cities of
Homer, Kenai and Soldotna, nor the Kenai
Peninsula Borough collect a TOT. Seward is
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the only community on the peninsula that does. Between $1 million to $2 million dollars in revenue is not collected e?
year by the Kenai Peninsula because we remain one of the only locations in the United States that does not collect 'l
revenue. ·
This annual revenue shortfall places at risk all tourism businesses on the Kenai Peninsula. They are at a competitive
disadvantage when compared to other in-state markets. TOT revenue in the Juneau, Fairbanks and Mat-Su regions
generate up to $2 million yearly, while Anchorage generates up to $12 million. TOT revenue is usually split between
CVB's and local governments in a win-win situation: CVBs have sufficient funds for destination marketing and local
governments have an additional revenue source that does not rely on taxing its citizens.
Without TOT revenue, the Kenai CVB and the Homer and Soldotna chambers of commerce are forced to rely on
charitable gaming for revenue. Such reliance is not a viable long-term strategy for the peninsula tourism industry,
be~3ause charitable gaming revenue is not stable and does not generate nearly enough income when compared to TOT
revenue. The overall marketing budgets for Homer, Kenai and Soldotna are a drop in the bucket when compared to
similar destination marketing organizations elsewhere.
At the state level we find a similar situation - Alaska does not collect TOT revenue to fund state tourism marketing.
The Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is funded through a formula of state ($4 million) and industry ($3 million)
contributions. However, since the state government collects no TOT revenue., it ~- ~s no financial interest for investmc~-~t
in the Alaska tourism industry. With the state's looming fiscal gap crisis, there c~:: De little hope for enhancing, let alone
maintaining, state fiscal contributions to a level that is competitive with other tourism destinations. Hawaii spends about
$60 million on its state tourism marketing campaign.
Currently ATIA has an emergency budgetary request to the state for $12 million in response to the terrorist attac?~.s.
The request is three times the current annual state contribution to ATIA. On Jan. 30, ATIA delegates, myself included,
traveled to Juneau to lobby for this emergency funding request, but the outcome is far from certain. Even if the request
is approved, it does little to solve the chronic funding shortage for the state's tourism marketing agency.
What needs to be done? The tourism industry on the Kenai Peninsula and in Alaska needs to recognizs ;h~t TOT
J t revenue is theindustr,; st?*'
across America. By n~.::'
sUch taxes in place he.~?
· .
.
our local tourism industry ,~:.
CVB Bed.Tax Rate Total Revenue
Hawaii CVB~ 7.25% $170,000,000
Alaska Travel Industry Assn.20% $0
CVB Bed Tax Rate Total Revenue
Reno, Nev. 24% $64,000,000
Phoenix, Ariz. 12% $12,000,000
Anchorage 8% $11,300,000
Kauai, Hawaii 7.25% $8,520,000
Lake Tahoe,. Calif. 22% $14,864,000
Mesa, Ariz. 8% $1,500,000
Boise, Idaho 20% $6,000,000
Fairbanks 16% $2,047,000
West Hollywood, Calif. 11% $11,000,000
Sun Valley, Idaho 5% $1,630,000
Juneau 7% $975,000
Elko, Nev' 16.5% $1,200,000
Mat-Su 5% $530,000
Ogden, Utah 3% $501,000
Bellingham, Wash. 6% $773,000
Bend, Ore. 14% $4,800,000
Yuma, Ariz. 10% $630,000
Medford, Ore. 8% $1,500,000
Ketchikan 10% $314,000
Wenatchee, Wash. 4% $300,000
Valdez 6% $272,000
Tuolumne, Calif. 16% $972,000
Sitka 6% $256,000
Kenai 0% $0
$ To CVB Budget
$45,700,000 $45,700,000
$0 7,500,OO0
$ To CVB Budget
$38,000,000 $38,000,000
$6,000,000 $9,835,000
$5,600,000 $7,385,000
$2,300,000 $2,500,000
$2,230,000 $3,012,000
$1,450,000 $1,550,000
$1,400,000 $1,400,000
$1,330,000 $2,000,000
$1,275,000 $1,475.0,..~,3
$1,012,000 $1,54!
$753,000 $1,070,000
$737,000 $1,308,000
$405,000 $550,000
$400,000 $686,000
$400,000 $586,000
$385,000 $497,000
$360,000 $474,000
$350,000 $350,000
$314,000 $748,000
$300,000 $305,000
$272,000 $467,000
$263,000 $364,000
$256,000 $324,000
$0 35310,000
Data is from the Western Association of Convention and Visitors Bureau's 2001 survey.
Notes: 1 Hawaii (State) CVB is comparable in function to ATIA.
2 ATIA is comparable in function to a statewide CVB
3 The Kenai CVB budget includes a $70,000 management contract with the city of
Kenai to operate the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center.
competitive disadvantage. TOT
revenue is generated by tourists
and is a reinvestment in the
tourism industry. Locally, tourism
businesses need to lead the way
in establishing borough-wide
TOT revenue; statewide, tourism
leaders need to urge the state
to generate Alaska TOT revenue,
which then can be used to fund
ATIA at competitive industry
levels.
No one has ever traveled to
the Kenai Peninsula for the sole
reason that we are the one
aberrant locality in America that
does not charge a transitory
occupancy tax. Many people do
not come here because they
have never heard of the Kenai
Peninsula and its many charms.
If our tourism industry does not
act to put TOT' revenue in place
at the city, borough and state
levels, we may find ourselves ir
a twilight zone of our own
making.
February ZOO2 Issue Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Page 3
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nual Write Night " .... '..
ADDS NEW~IST ~iTH POETRY S~M WORKSHOP
-. ~...."A SoOthsayeF"bids YOu' · "::?:,::~;L.'.:::'high SChoOl. Proceeds ~om Writer's Night are dMded ~enly '
· .. .... .,'.. ~,ware t~e i~es of ~arch.' ..... ~,~.~ be~een the Konai Visitors and Cultural Cente~'~n~d the
.. "~.. -~lllam Shakespeare, Julius Caesar 'Friends of the Ubrary.
, ...... ' .... '- -'~ :-~is year, the collected works of the PartiCipating
.
....
~o n~od to b°waro tho id~s of Mamh thi~ goat. In ~et, writor~ will bo eompilod in a
"~ou ~hould bo Iookin~ fo~ard to it~ ~at will bo whon tho booklot that will bo
$~ annual Central ~oninsula Writ~r'~ ~i~ht, a showeaso of ~r pumhaso.
-work emat~d by eontral p~ninsula authom, tak~ place, Al~o n~w thi~
Friday, March 15. ~ ......... .. .- .....year, as part of a
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'-'" 'SUbmissions by writers from Nikiski to Ninilchik to 'writer's weekend,"
t~rlm ~m w~ll bo a poo~ slam
.~. ': 8' ' ~, ~ all point~ in-bo~o~n, mo bo[n~ aeeoPt~ un~l~ ~ork~~o~ on Uareh ~.
· ~- ~~~.. ~ ~nt~on ~d~Rom 8urOau, th~ C~n~''~ ;. ~.. .... P
~!~.~nin~ula WrRor ~ OrouP,'Friond~ of ~o K~nai Communi~ e~nt~2'~ ii ~ill 'b~ '~ll~W~d that '-
.~f:~-~~![0m 7t~0 p,m.'~m"Wiil b~ manv dOor Pii2o~, an~ ~~hop,~o~int~m~t~inp~elpa~n~
...~?.. m~hmont~ will bo proVldod. ' .... ~ .... : · }i..'~?~i~:-..f~..~.:~:,.: , ~. .Juli~ ~iod~rhau~or at 28~-~78 ~r moro m~rmaflon. '
annua~C~ntral
...... · "'-..~//Admi~ion for thi~ voae~ evont is $1'0 for adUlt~ ha~ For moro information on tho ~t" '
· ~ :: ,: :q ~:.~ ~";,',:.~ prieo of proviou~ y~am, and $5 for ~tudonts through ~nin~Ula Writor'~ ~i~ht, contact dag 8arroR'~~'~001 ...........
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Art Summit ileld ot
Artists and patrons of the arts from Homer to Nikiski
and Kenai to $oldotna to Seward gathered at the Kenai
Visitors and Cultural Center on a stormy Saturday morning
in late October to discuss the future of arts on the Kenai
Peninsula. ..
Organized by the Kenai River Council on the Arts,
the art summit brought together more than 50 .people to
establish an arts network, create an artist directory and
discuss the importance of the arts to tourism and
commerce. .
Then-Kenai CVB Executive Director Kathy Tarr s~id
area artists must present a united front and an organized
plan.
"We have to work from a position of strer~gth," she
said. "We have to get the message out that the arts are
essential."
The meeting needed to include artists fro~ Outlying
/(VCC Museum Store
When you have friends, relatives or'buSiness
associates visiting you in Kenai, remember to bring them
by the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center Museum Store.
The store has many items that will make their visit
more enjoyable and informative, and provides mementos
they can bring home with them -"
Guide books are available that cover everything from
local mushrooms, flora, fauna and geology are available,
as are detailed maps of the Kenai area, the Kenai River
We have a good selection of T-shirts, including Kenai
CVB logo wear, as well as T-shirts from world-renowned
fish artist Ray Troll. ....
In the modest music section we have the 'compact
' discs and cassettes of the Kenai River's own"balladeer,
Hobo Jim ........... -'
We also have fiction and nonfiction books about life'
'in the last frontier. "-~ .... :~ ....
Remember if you are a member of the Kenai"CVB,
areas in order to satisfy potential funding sources for an you will receive five percent off the Museum Ite~' of the
arts center, said KRCA president Mike Moraan "'~-~'~- ~ Month! ' ~ ........ ~'..~ .~: ....
.~,;;L.:''~ .¢?.~tsy Arbelovs~, ~en-exeCutive director of ~e Kenai ..... ~' .~e. MuSeUm" Itcm 'of the M0hth for ~br~'y~~~.
' ~.': Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, sai~' :~";MAMA DO YOU LOVE ME?" Wri~en by~B~'ar~""M~
..'~ ...she had been. in contact with the UniversiN of Al~ka ~'?Joosee and illustrated bv Barbara ~vallee It i~a~ai'l~l~
· ';;~..~"?center ~r Econom,c D~elopment in prep~ation ~r doing ! *'in ~ardbook and hardback.~is is a great ~ok ~rvisEOm
~'~' 'a feasibili~ study for'an arts center. -.~~~;~:~'~;~?~-~ :?and residents alike, and is a treat for childrea of all ages.
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Morgan sa~d many places were d,scussed for an arts It ~s a hmeless story of a ch,Id s teshng the hmKs of her
center, including one of the abandoned fish canneries at - independence and a mothers reassUringlove.- .... ~:~~'..:~-~.._,,~?::::~:?~:-:
· e mouth of the Kenai River. - .... .~,~-~..: .... :';~?~':'~' .... ' ';~:-' ~e Museum Store is open from 9 'a.'m: to'.5 P.m.
~e Kenai River Council on the Arts meets once a Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to.4p.m. 'o~
month at th~ Konai Visitom and Gultural Gont~r. For moro Saturdays. Wo hav~ o~ondod hours in tho ~umm~r,
information, call K~C~ 8oemtarg ~ic~ Ooa~o at 28~- dau w~k. '.. ~ .. ...... -,.,:'~~~,,;i'~.~;~:'.::'-:.~:~
100~ or o-mail him at konai~vb~visitk~n~.eom. ' '~.~'~,~? ~:~ .... ~.~-~?~?.::."~:~'~ ..... ~.': ....... ~.'. .-~' .... - ':~.' ..... ':~, .,'~:
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.-'.. 0 · "; conttnued from naae 5"
~e ne~ ye~r'h;:Set~°ut °n his
. ."' second Pacific voyage, searching ~r the great, 'Undiscovered continent of.
.... ~:~' AntarctiCa: During that'Joum~: he charted'manYS~ ~acific islands, including Hawaii.
In duly 177~, ho ~ailod on hi~ third ~roat ]ourn~g to eha~ tho w°~t e0a~t of ~orth ~m~riea'~nd ~~r'th~ .......
~orthwo~t ~as~a~~. ~i~ i~ when ho and his emw Sailod into what tho fiarl of Sandwich would later na~~ C~
Cook
explored
the south and western coasts of Alaska, entering the Bering Sea. A~er wintering in'H~Waii ~ ......
the winter, the ~o ship~ ~ot out again for Alaska, only to bo turnod back by ~torms. Upon returning !o"HaWaii;
_ Cook was killed in an altercation with the Hawaiian Natives ~:~::g/:~~t~:7~;~;;.:.';~'.:-:>-:: .-
Cook s v,s,t to Alaska produced moro plae~ namo~ than lUSt tho ,nloi. HO nam;d Mount
andlslands,Cape Fai~eather, SnUgand Harbor Cove, Montague ISland, Prince William Sound,.. Cape Elizabeth, ~h.~B~mn'
. , . .... . ....... ..........
Cape Douglas Mount St. Augustine, among a dozen others. · · '.: ;~-?'..:..'.-. ~:-?~:~::~...:.-~.? ....
~e four-volume collection of Cook's journeys in the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center collection have many
re~rences to, and drawings of, Southcentrai Alaska. "~ "~ ......... : ' ~
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Input on I(enai's
Plan
The city of Kenai is developing the goals and objectives for its comprehensive plan with input from the citizens of
Kenai, the Planning and Zoning Commission, city staff and elected officials. The first step in the process was a
public strategic planning session at the Kenai Senior Center in October, where three broad topics were focused on:
..
- Ouallt¥ of Lite: The positive experience of day-to-dag lifo in Kenai;
- Land Use: The desirabi*e pattern of land use and location of major public and private facilities; and
Public Improvements and Services: The community facilities and services desired to support existing and
ongoing development.
Ten identified goals came forth from the meeting, which are now under evaluation by the Planning and Zoning Commission
and city council. Some of the goals include:
- Create an attractive and vital cultural center in downtown Kenai, with a mix of private and public facilities and
activities to benefit residents and visitors;
- Develop a local system of trails and public access; and
- Expand or provide public facilities that increase the quality of life for Kenai's citizens and visitors.
The complete list of goals and updates of the comprehensive plan can be found on the city of Konai's World Wide
Website, www. ci.kenai.ak.us. More public meetings are slated for this spring as the planning process moves forward.
The Konai CVB strongly supports the city in the effort to develop long-term goals, including those for the Konai Visitors
and Cultural Center. Public input and review is an integral component of the comprehensive planning process. It is
important for all of us to become involved. -
In many respects, a great place to live translates into a great place to visit.
Staff Notes
continued from page
"It's great to be able to stay here in Kenai to work."
Barrett, a veteran Alaska journalist, was most
recently a reporter and photographer for the Peninsula
Clarion, the Kenai Peninsula's daily newspaper. He is
an award-winning editor, writer and photographer,
working in daily and weekly newspapers, radio and
television around the state. Born and raised in
Dillingham, he moved to Kenai in 1997 as reporter for
KDLL, the central peninsula's public radio station.
"After living and working in many areas of Alaska,
I truly believe the city of Kenai is the jewel of the Kenai
Peninsula, which itself is the jewel of the state of Alaska,"
Barrett said. "1 want everyone to come here to visit. It's
the best place in the state."
"We have a very strong staff," said Kenai CVB
Executive Director Ricky Gease, who was promoted in
KCVB Staff (L to R) Dana Woodard, Jay Barrett, Alise Bowen, Ricky Gease,
and Tammy Moody.
mid December from manager of exhibits and education. "All these additions and changes will only serve to enhance
our mission at the Kenai CVB to promote Konai as a travel destination and to serve our membership. The new staff
will help us better be our community's partner in tourism."
February 2.002 Issue Kenal Convention & Visitors Bureau Page 9
Alaska Fish On Charters
Gary Kernan
PO Box 642 · Kenai, AK 99611
907-283-4002
www. alaskafishon.com
Fairbanks Public Lpnds
Informatiorl Center
250 Cushman Ste lA
Fairbanks, AK 99701
907-456-0527
Alaska Maritime
National Wildlife RefuQe
451 Sterling Hwy #2
Homer, AK 99603
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907-224-8051
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PO Box 1226 · Sitka, AK 99835
907-747-5940
www. sitka.org
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217 2nd St Ste. 201
Juneau, AK 99801-1267
907-586-2323
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PO Box 1727 · Seward, AK 99664
907-224-2132
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50 Main Street
Ketchikan, AK 99901
907-228-6214
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