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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-08-06 Council PacketKenai City Council Meeting Packet August 6, 2003 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 6, :2003 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www, ci. kenai, ak.u s 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) .1. F. DeWayne Craig-- Yearly Application for Excavation in the Ri/bt-of- Way (KMC lS.20) . Kenai Fire Department -- Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Information and Demonstration. . Lorra/ne Clare -- Dip Net Concerns/South Side Beach. ITEM C: REPORTS OF KPB ASSEMBLY, LEGISLA_ TOR~ ,~ND_ COUNCr~ ITEM D: PUBLIC HEARINGS , Resolution No. 2003-39 -- Authoriz~g the Use of the Equipment Replacement Fund to Purchase an Ambulance. . Resolution No. 2003-40 -- Transferring $6,500 From Contingency to Repair and Maintenance in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund. ITEM E: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planmng & Zoning Commission , ITEM F: le ITEM G: ITEM H: . ITEM I: lo . . . Se , ITEM J- ITEM K: o ITEM L: . Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report d. Kenai Chamber of Commerce e. Arctic Winter Games MINUT~ *Regular Meeting of July 16, 2003. CORRESPO~ENCE OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Policy Options / Kenai Recreation Center NEW BUSIRESS Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 *Ordinance No. 2009-2003 -- Approving and Adopting the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Kenai and Recommending Adoption by the Kenai Peninsula Borough. *Ordinance No. 2010-2003 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $35,000 in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund to Replace Borers. *Ordinance No. 2011-2003 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $6,000 in the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund for Handicap Lift Modifications. Discussion -- Kenai Peninsula Borough/Kenai River Protection Area Ordinance-- 50 Foot Setback. REPORT OF THE MAYOR ADMINISTRATION REPORTS City Manager Attorney City Clerk DISCUSSION Citizens (five minutes) Council ~CUTIVE SESSION -- None scheduled. ITEM M: ,,ADJOURNMENT MAYOR'S REPORT AUGUST 6, 2003 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING CHANGES TO THE AGENDA REOUESTED BY: ADD AS: ADD TO: B-4, Christine Monfor -- Additional Sidewalks/Memorial Park K-l, City Manalier Report -- Memorandum re§ardin§ meetin§ with EADS. CITY CLERK CITY MANAGER CONSENT AGENDA No changes. MAYOR'S REPORT 0 Z Z 0 m ~Zm m ~Zm PLEASE PRINT SIGN IN SHEET PUBLIC HEARING: ,2003 NAME ADDRESS 18.20.005 Chapter 18.20 EXCAVATIONS IN CITY STREETS BY CONTRACTORS OR UTILITY COMPANIES Sections: 18.20.005 18.20.010 18.20.020 18.20.030 18.20.040 18.20.050 18.20.060 18.20.070 18.20.080 Excavations in City streets by contractor or utility companies. Yearly license required. Bond required. Insurance requirement. Indemnity agreement required. Fee for yearly license. Waiver of bond and insurance. Revocation of yearly license. Suspension of all yearly licenses. 18.20.005 Excavations in City streets by contractor or utility companies. No utility company, person, or legal entity conducting any excavating activities shall perform any work in or under public lands or public right-of- ways or in any public utility easement within the City without first having been granted: (a) A yearly license therefor as set forth in KMC 18.20; and, (b) A permit for the individual excavation or street opemng contemplated as set forth in KMC 18.25. Said yearly license and street opening permit shall be obtained from the City Public Works Department. "Excavating" means the removal, carrying away, backfilling, tunnelling, bulldozing, digging out, leveling, clearing, or moving of earth or soil by manual or mechani- cal means. "Contractor" means any individual, utility company, or legal entity conducting any excavating activities. (Ords. 195, 479, 863) 18.20.010 Yearly license required. Before performing any excavation work as defined above, a contractor so wishing to excavate shall secure from the City Public Works Department a yearly license which shall expire on December 31 in the year in which it is issued. The purpose for requiring this license is to insure the public safety by requiting contractors who wish to excavate 'in public streets or rights-of-way to fulfill the follow- ing requirements. (Ord. 479) 18.20.020 Bond required. Before the issuance of a yearly license, the contractor shall obtain maintenance and construction bond in the amount of $5,000. Said bond shall be conditioned to indemnify the City for any loss, liability, or damage that may result or accrue from or because of the making, existence, or manner of guarding or construction of any such runnel or exca- vation. Such bond shall have as surety a corporation licensed to do business in the state as surety compa- ny. In lieu of a corporate bond, a deposit of $5,000 in a certified check or cashier's check, as security deposit, shall be deposited with the City of Kenai. (Ord. 479) 18.20.030 Insurance requirement. Before the issuance of a yearly license, the contractor shall provide to the City certificates of insurance evidencing: (a) Not less than $500,000 combined single limit bodily injury and property damage. The appli- cable certificate of insurance shall clearly indi- cate that the property damage liability coverage includes hazards from underground work, ex- plosion, collapse and damage to underground wires, conduits, pipes, fittings, mans, sewers and a similar document of indemnity required pursuant to the provisions of KMC 18.20.040 has been incorporated into and made part of the applicable insurance policy. (b) The Certificate of Insumce provided must contain the following clause (or a similar clause making the same provisions)' In the event of cancellation of the above contract of insurance, the Company or Underwriters will endeavor to give not less than thirty. (30) days' advance notice by mail to the party to whom this certifi- 338 18.20.030 cate is issued, at the address herein, which shall be sufficient proof of notice. If the form of certificate used by the contractor' s insurer does not contain a cancella- tion notice complying with the above, then the above clause must be substituted for the clause in the form. (c) Workmen's Compensation Insurance in accor- dance with the laws of the State of Alaska. (Ords. 479, 863, 1153) 18.20.040 Indemnity agreement required. Before the issuance of a yearly license, the contractor shall execute a document of indemnity saving the City harmless against any loss or damag- es due to the negligence of the contractor or his agents and employees while the excavation or pipelaying work is being performed. (Ord. 479) 18.20.050 Fee for yearly license. In order to defray administrative costs in pro- ccssing yearly licenses by the City administration, before the issuance of a yearly license the contractor shall pay a yearly license fee of $25.00. (Ord. 479) 18.20.060 Waiver of bond and insurance. The Public Works Director may waive the bonding and insurance requirements herein for con- tractors performing City projects when equally suffi- cient bond and insurance protection for the City is provided by the terms of the contract entered into by the City for such project. The bonding, insur- ance, and indemnity requirements shall be waived for local utility companies where equivalent bonding and insurance having otherwise been provided cov- eting the City. (Ord. 479) 18.20.070 Revocation of yearly license. The Public Works Director may serve the Con- tractor a "Notice to Show Cause" as to why the contractor's yearly license (issued pursuant to this chapter should not be revoked for any of the viola- tions as stated in KMC 18.25.120). A hearing shall be set by the Public Works Department to determine whether such license should be revoked. Should the Public Works Department decide that the yearly license should be revoked, he shall serve a written notice of such decision to the contractor whereupon the contractor shall have ten (10) days in which to appeal the matter in writing to the City Council. The Council shall hear the matter at the next regular meeting where it shall decide whether or not to confirm the Public Works Department's decision. No revocation shall be effective until it has been confirmed by Council or until the ten-day appeal time to Council has elapsed, whereupon the contrac- tor shall cease to perform any excavating hereunder with the City. (Ord. 479) 18.20.080 Suspension of all yearly licenses. Because of climatic conditions, the Public Works Director may suspend all yearly licenses for all contractors having been issued licenses when climatic conditions dictate the interest of public safety or to prevent damage to public sweets, side- walks, or utility lines, such excavations should be curtailed. (Ord. 479) 339 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE' CITY OF KENA! . 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 '. FAX 907-283-3014 o '~ 1992 July 30, 2003 CITY OF KENAI RECIPIENT OF AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS (AED's) THROUGH GRANT FROM U.S. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Alaska Department of Health & Social Services, Section of Community Health and Emergency Medical Services (CHEMS) Distributes 150 AED"s to 22 Alaska Communities The City of Kenai is pleased to mmounce the receipt of five life-saving AED's provided by the State of Alaska through the federal AED Grant Program. "Cardiovascular disease is the second leading cause of death in Alaska," Mark Jolmson, Chief, CHEMS said. "The most important treatment for sudden cardiac arrest is 'defibrillation; because the longer defibrillation is delayed, the poorer the chances of survival." An AED is a machine that m~alyzes the heart's rhytlun and, if necessary, tells a trained operator to deliver a shock to a victim of sudden cardiac arrest. Unlike a heart attack - where the blood flow to the heart muscle is temporarily blocked- cardiac arrest occurs when the heart's normal electrical rhytlm~s become erratic, causing the heart to stop pumping blood effectively. When used in conjunction with bystander CPR (which generally keeps the heart in a shockable rhytlun), AED's can improve survivability of sudden cardiac arrest dramatically. Statistics from the City of Seattle reflect a 45% survival rate versus the national average of 5% since their citizen CPR and AED programs were initiated. The City of Kenai intends to install the AED's in the Kenai Senior Center and on a quick response vehicle at the fire department. Another application for additional AED's has been submitted to provide additional placement in high traffic areas such as the airport temfinal and elsewhere in the City. For further information, please contact Michael Tilly, Assistant Fire Chief, City of Kenai Fire Department at 283-7666. ~ z/z~/zuu~ -~ u' ~b ~07283S2~3 DAVE&LORRAINE CLARE FROM: Lorraine Clare 1130 Elm Ave. Ke.xmi, AK. 99611 (907) 283-6294 Fax # (907) 283-6293 TO: Kenai City Council Board I have time allowed to speak on August 6, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. The concern that. I have is as a resident ofKenai I have to pay the $10.00 each time I dip net when Alaskan Residents come from all over the state and they camp there and pay the same price as I do. I understand the signs say ~' no camp~g" and tha~ is a difficult one to enforce but I spoke with several people there who said they were can~ing and they just have to say they are not. There is no way for the police to know the truth. IfI dip net for two hours and leave then come back the next day I have to pay the same price again. I am not disputing the city has costs I am concerned that the out oftown persons are getting a better benefit than those of us who live here year round to support out community. IfI dip net on the South side for an hour then move the north side for what ever the reason' I have to pay the $10.00 each time. I know the season is almost over and.there is nothing that can be done for this year. I am looking for some solutions for next year. I have a proposal and was wondering ffthe board could consider? Maybe for the residents of the Kenai Peninsula we could get a season pass for a ccrtain mount of' dollars. That would allow us to fish for one flat fee. The State parks already do something similar. The out of town residents could pay each time they come and fish and that may need to be a higher price because we know they are staying longer and camping out. My complaint is not the price, except for the each time fee, but the fact that we pay the same as an °ut of town resident and they seem to get the .better benefit. They are not here all year supporting out community and somehow getting out cheaper. They may or may not be doing it legally but the fact is they are doing it. Lorraine Clare Suggested by: Administra'[,,,,. City of Kenai RESOLUTION NO. 2003-39 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY QF KENAI, ALASKA AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE AN AMBULANCE. WHEREAS, the City owns a 1988 ambulance that is scheduled to be replaced in FY 2004; and WHEREAS, the General Fund will repay the Equipment Replacement Fund over 15 years. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the City is authorized to use the Equipment Replacement Fund to purchase an ambulance. The estimated cost is $140,000. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY oF KENAI, ALASKA, this 6th day of August, 2003. JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' (07 / 18 / 2003) hl Suggested by: Administratic _ City of Kenai RESOLUTION NO. 2003-40 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA TRANSFERRING $6,500 FROM CONTINGENCY TO REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE IN THE AIRPORT TERMINAL ENTERPRISE FUND. WHEREAS, the roof mounted heating and air handling unit is not operable; and, WHEREAS, the unit is 20 years old and needs to be replaced; and, WHEREAS, funds are available in the Contingency account. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the following budget transfers be made: Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund From: Contingency $6,500 To' Repair and Maintenance $6,500 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 6th day of August, 2003. JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' (7 / 30 / 2003) hl Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat The Summer Reading Program Laugh-It-Up At Your Library was wonderfully successful! The children who participated in the program laughed giggled and read for several weeks. The Library would like to thank the Friends' of The Library whose generous grant funded this program. ~~ 3 10 17 24 4 6:30-8:00 Internet Class 11 18 5:45 p.m. Friends Meeting 25 5 Library Commission 12 19 26 6 11:00 a.m. TODDLER STORYTIME 7 p.m. City Council Meeting 13 11 '00 a.m. TODDLER STORYTIME 20 11:00 a.m. TODDLER STORYTIME 7 p.m. City Council Meeting 27 11 '00 a.m. TODDLER STORYTIME 7p.m. Book Club 7 10:30 a.m. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME 6:30-8 p.m. Writers' Group 14 10:30 a.m. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME 21 '10:30 a.m. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME 6:30-8 p.m. Writers' Group 28 First Day of School 10:30 a.m. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME Kenai Community Library 163 Main Street Loop Kenai, Alaska 99611 Phone: 907-283-4378 Fax: 907-283-2266 Email: library@ci, kenai.ak, us 1 2 8 9 15 16 22 23 29 Book Drawing Library Houm Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. We are on the Web! Http://www. kenailibrary.org .Websites focusin_cl on the family New on the Library Shelves How do parents maintain a balance between work and family.? If you feel as though your being pulled in too many directions and your family life is suffering Busy but balanced: Prac- tical and Inspiration Ways to Create a Calmer, Closer Family written by Mimi Doe offers practical suggestions to help you regain your bal- ance. If you have ever turned to a book to help you solve a child rearing problem, then you will find Ann Hulbert's Raising America · Ex- perts, Parents and a Cen- tury of Advice About Chil- dren which chronicles the American history of male child-raising experts, begin- ning with L. Emmett Holt, John Broadus Watson to Dr. Spock fascinating reading. How To Talk With Teens About Love, Relation- ships, & S-E-X'A guide for parents written by Amy G. Miron & Charles D. Miron offers parents suggestions on how to broach an often difficult subject with their teenagers and provides useful information on the emotional, social and sexual development of teenagers. Http://familyeducation.com-This website is geared towards parents wanting to help their children exceed educationally. There are links for those interested on information pertaining to Home schooling, Gifted and Talented and Learning Disabilities. Http:ilparenthood.com-Helping families grow is the motto of Parenthood. cam The website provides information on Pregnancy, Paronting and Conception. The Library will be closed August 30th, 31st and September 1st for the Labor Day Weekend. The Library will re-open on Sep- tember 2nd at 10 a.m. A Beginning Internet Class will be held on Au- gust 4 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Library Conference Room. The class will cover basic internet skills and searching techniques. For more information or to reg- ister over the telephone call 283-4378 and ask for Julie. The Kenai Book Club The Writer's Group will will meet on August 26 meet on August 7 and 21 in the Library Confer- at 6:30 p.m. in the Library ence Room at 7 p.m. Conference Room. Anyone to discuss Once Upon who enjoys writing for profit The River Love by An- or for pleasure is invited to drei Makine. A story of attend. three adolescents who come of age in the So- viet Union in the mid- The Totem Tracers Gene- 1970's. The three boys can not imagine a fu- alogy Society will not meet in August. ture beyond their re- mote village existence until a French actor Jean Paul Belmondo enters their lives. If you have wanted to re- search your family tree and didn't know where to begin the three part video series The Genealogist's Video Research Guide is the perfect starting point. The Genealogist's Video Re- search Guide was do- nated to the library by the Totem Tracers Genealogy Society. Be sure to enter the free drawing to win a copy of John Steinbeck's novel East of Eden. The drawing will be held on August 29th. East of Eden is the latest Oprah's Book '~"" Club se- lection. --..'.~ .... ~ ' .... Websites of special interest to Alaskans Http:llwww.alaskalawhelp.org-The AlaskaLawHelp website is a guide to Civil legal services and resources for Iow-income persons and seniors in Alaska. But any Alaskan with legal questions will find the links to web sites offering helpful legal information, forms and legal documents. Http:ilwww.arctichealth.org-The Arctic Health website provides a central source of information on diverse aspects of the Arctic e CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS July 23, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER: a. Swearing in of Commissioner Barrett 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. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES: a. *July 9, 2003 3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT: e e CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: a. PZ03-31--Preliminary Plat- Kcnai Townsitc ACS Rcplat. Plat submitted by Integrity Surveys, 605 Swires Road, Kenai, Alaska. ao bo PUBLIC HEARINGS: PZ03-28--An application for a Variance from the Development Requirements Table (Height Restrictions - +/- 2-Foot Variance) for the property known as Lot 9B, B 1, VIP Country Estates (2515 Watergate Way), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Chris and Lori Every, P.O. Box 2760, Kenai, Alaska. PZ03-29--An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Business/Consumer Services for the property known as the East 50' of that portion of Government Lot 32 lying north of the Kenai Spur Highway (8498 Kenai Spur Highway), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Crystal Giles dba Midnight Agency, P.O. Box 686, Kenai, Alaska. 6. OLD BUSINESS: 7. NEW BUSINESS: *a. PZ03-30--An application for a Home Occupation Permit for operating a daycare at the property known as Lot 1, Block J, Woodland Subdivision Part 1,520 Ash Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Michele McCauley-Olson, 520 Ash Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. 8. PENDING ITEMS: 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT: 10. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED' 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. Zoning Bulletin (6/25/03) 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 14. ADJOURNMENT: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING/k ZONING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS JULY 23, 2003 - 7:00 P.M. CHAIR RON GOECKE, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Swearing in of Commissioner Barrett City Planner Kebschull administered the Oath of Office to Commissioner Jay Barrett. 1-b. Roll Call Members Present: Goecke, Amen, Eldridge, Hammelman, Barrett Members Absent: Glick, Bryson Others Present: Councilman Osborne, City Planner Kebschull, Department Assistant Carver, Contract Secretary Roper 1 Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Amen MOVED to approve the agenda adding the lay down items provided before the meeting and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Hammelman SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. X-do Consent Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to approve the consent agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Amen SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- July 9, 2003 Approved by consent agenda. ITEM 3: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT-- None ITEM 4: CONSIDERATION OF PLATS PZ03-3 l~Preliminary Plat- Kenai Townsite ACS Replat. by Integrity Surveys, 605 Swires Road, Kenai, Alaska. Plat submitted MOTION: Commissioner Amen MOVED to approve PZ03-31 and Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. Kebschull explained the plat and pointed out the City would not normally accept a preliminary plat until the building and fire codes are met, but in this situation the plat was required in order to allow a building permit to be issued to alleviate the fire code issues. Kebschull referred the Commission to the staff recommendations noted in the staff report and included in the packet. VOTE: Eldridge Goecke Yes Yes Bryson Hammelman Yes Amen Yes Glick Absent Absent Barrett Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS PZ03-28~An application for a Variance from the Development Requirements Table (Height Restrictions - +/- 2-Foot Variance) for the property known as Lot 9B, B 1, VIP Country Estates {2515 Watergate Way), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Chris and Lori Every, P.O. Box 2760, Kenai, Alaska. MOTION: Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to approve PZ03-28 and Commissioner Hammelman SECONDED the motion. Goecke opened the meeting to public testimony. There were no public comments and the public hearing was closed. Kebschull noted comments received by the City regarding the application were included in the packet. Amen stated the owner caused the need for the variance and he would vote against the issue. Kebschull confirmed the owner did order the tresses incorrectly but the mistake was not intentional. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 23, 2003 PAGE 2 VOTE: IEldridge Goecke Hammelman Yes Amen No Glick Absent Yes B19rson Absent Barrett Yes Yes MOTION PASSED. Goecke advised of the appeal process. PZ03-29--An application for a Conditional Use Permit for Business/Consumer Services for the property known as the East 50' of that portion of Government Lot 32 lying north of the Kenai Spur Highway (8498 Kenai Spur Highway}, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Crystal Giles dba Midnight Agency, P.O. Box 686, Kenai, Alaska. MOTION: Commissioner Hammelman MOVED to approve PZ03-29 including the recommendations from staff and adding the lay down information provided prior to the meeting. Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. Goecke opened the meeting to public comment and requested testimony be limited to five minutes. Crystal Giles, Kenai, Alaska -- Owner of Midnight Agency requested her five minutes be relinquished to Jonathan Becker, her Operations Manager. Jonathan Harold Becker, Kenai~ Alaska -- Becker read a portion of the written testimony he provided to the Commission prior to the start of the meeting. Hammelman asked for a better description of the use of the proposed shop and Becker explained the majority of the work he will perform will be done off-site. He added, the shop will basically include a desk, file cabinet and phone line and is mainly there for tax purposes. Hammelman expressed concern the designated parking spaces were too close to the bike path. Becker stated the spaces could hold three vehicles comfortably and felt there were no obstructions to the bike path. After further discussion, Becker stated it is possible the parking spaces could encroach the bike path. Ray Zagorski, 8480 Kenai Spur Highway~ Kenai~ Alaska -- Zagorski stated this was not a personal issue and noted he didn't know the owner of the facility. Zagorski continued, he owns the adjacent lot and noted the facility to be used as an office space is a shack w/th inadequate water and sewer for a business. Zagorski gave an explanation of the material and photographs which he provided prior to the meeting. Zagorski expressed concern with the bike path being so close to the facility and the previous sewage problems. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 23, 2003 PAGE 3 Zagorski continued, he is not sure what the business would be in the dwelling but suspects it to be computer salvaging. He added, last winter the back yard was loaded with computers and the Code Enforcement Officer notified the owner to remove them as they were considered hazardous waste. Zagorski stated he observed the computers being moved inside the dwelling. Zagorski stated he believed there were other facilities on the peninsula more suitable for this type of business and feels the City's Comprehensive Plan has been violated and there would be an unfair injustice to the neighborhood and properties if the building is used for business purposes. Zagorski continued, he feels the building is illegal the way it is and will continue to be illegal until something is done. He added, he feels the property is harmful to the public. Eldridge asked if there was City water and sewer in the vicinity. Zagorski replied there was. Eldridge asked if the house was hooked up. Zagorski stated he did not think it was. Barrett asked if the grassy lot depicted in a photograph was the proposed parking area. Zagorski replied, the drawing in the application shows the client delivery area and ten feet of parking space; he thought some of the spaces were probably pretty close. Zagorski also expressed concern with the driveway and a lot of things being done in the middle of the night without proper City approval. Zagorski added, the driveway put in is only ten feet between the house and his property line. With no additional testimony, Goecke closed the public hearing. Amen asked about the history of the property to include misuse, condition, poor septic and the hazardous .waste onsite and how that would tie into the granting or denial of the request. Kebschull replied, the prior code violation was corrected and added, the City doesn't have anything in the Code that addresses the storing of material in a building as long as its out of sight. Kebschull continued, the City does not regulate onsite water and sewer, however, when a special use permit is requested, the City can put a stipulation on the permit. She added, if the applicants came in and just wanted to operate a business by phone, fax, mail delivery, it would have been on the consent agenda as a home occupation. She didn't think state statute would allow a business without proper sanitary facilities. Kebschull added, the City doesn't know if the system works or not, so that's why the certification is required. Amen asked if the Commission's approval or denial of the request would be the City's chance to stop the misuse of the property. Kebschull stated it was up to the Commission to make a decision whether or not the proposed permit meets the zoning code and Comprehensive Plan. In order to do that, items such as those discussed need to be taken into consideration. Kebschull added, the lot, structure, water, and PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 23, 2003 PAGE 4 sewer are non-conforming; in fact, there should not be water and sewer on this lot because of the size. Eldridge suggested a condition be attached requiring the owner to hook up to City water and sewer since a new septic system could not be introduced. Amen disagreed, noting the Commission's responsibility is to determine whether or not the proposal meets code. Hammelman expressed concern with the property not having sufficient sanitary facilities and the location along the bike path. Amen asked if staff's first recommendation was a follow-up to the Building Official's statement. Kebschull replied, she does not believe the business fits the integrity of the Comprehensive Plan and zone. She added, there is concern whether or not there is sufficient parking to meet the 180 sq. ft. required by code. If the business had visitors by appointment, the area may meet the integrity of the zone, but if it is used as a storefront then it would not. Kebschull added, she believed, if the business were limited to a home occupation, it would meet the integrity but only if the septic and water problems were corrected. Barrett asked if the applicant was required to put a bathroom in the facility. Kebschull replied, by standard, bathroom facilities are required in an office. VOTE: Eldrid~e Goecke No No Hammelman No Amen Yes Glick Absent Bryson Absent Barrett No MOTION FAILED. Chairman Goecke advised the applicant of their appeal options. ITEM 6- OLD BUSINESS-- None ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS PZ03-30 -- An application for a Home Occupation Permit for operating a daycare at the property known as Lot 1, Block J, Woodland Subdivision Part 1,520 Ash Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Michele McCauley-Olson, 520 Ash Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Approved by consent agenda. ITEM 8: PENDING ITEMS -- None. ITEM 9: CODE ENFORCEMENT-- None. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 23, 2003 PAGE 5 ITEM 10: REPORTS 10-a. City Council -- Councilman Osborne provided a report based on action taken at the July 16, 2003 City Council meeting. 10b. Borough PlanninE-- No report. 10-c. Administration -- Kebschull thanked Osborne for his support on the notification marl out issue and was pleased to announce postcards may now be used and is the least expensive way. Kebschull stated the last public hearing was a difficult issue and the older lots do present dilemmas when making decisions regarding their use. Kebschull added, it would be quite expensive for the property owner to hook up to City water and sewer. ITEM 11' PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None. ITEM 12' INFORMATION ITEMS 12-a. Zoning Bulletin (6 / 25/03) ITEM 13: COMMISSION COMMENTS ~ QUESTIONS Commissioner Barrett stated he was pleased to be serving on the Commission. The Commission welcomed Barrett. ITEM 14: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8 '05 p.m. Minutes recorded and transcribed by: Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 23, 2003 PAGE 6 Kenai Peninsula Arctic Winter Games 2006 Host Society July 17, 2003--5:00 p.m. Regular Meeting Agenda CARTS Office, Soldoma, Alaska A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL Co APPROVAL OF AGENDA Do Eo APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMITTEE REPORTS Fo Ge OLD BUSINESS 1. By-Laws Amendment establishing quorum by Mr. Popp NEW BUSINESS 1. Establish bank account 2. Hire an Administrative Assistant 3. Approval of Committee Chairs 4. Approval of a process to select subcommittee chairs 5. Establish a monthly meeting schedule 6. Authorize the Executive Committee to research office space 7. Direct the President to prepare quarterly reports for the Arctic Winter Games International Committee and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly 8. Discuss the agreements between the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the cities of Soldotna, Kenai, and Homer. 9. Discuss the agreement between the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the Kenai Peninsula Arctic Winter Games 2006 Host Society 10. Discuss adding a representative from the Salamatof Tribal Council to the Board of Directors H. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jo BOARD MEMBERS COMMENTS NOTICE OF NEXT MEETING and ADJOURNMENT MINUTES OF THE ORGANIZATION MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF KENAI PENINSULA ARCTIC WINTER GAMES 2006 HOST SOCIETY The organization meeting of the Board of Directors of the Corporation, Kenai Peninsula Arctic Winter Games 2006 Host Society was held on the 2nd day of July 2003 at 5 p.m. at 43530 Kalifomsky Beach Road, Soldotna, Alaska 99669. The meeting was called to order by Dale Bagley, incorporator and Mayor, Kenai Peninsula Borough. It was moved by Mr. Popp, seconded by Mr. Gease, and unanimously carried that Dale Bagley act as temporary Chair and that Jack Brown act as temporary Secretary. The Chair reported that the Articles of Incorporation were duly filed and approved by the Department of Commerce and Economic Development, State of Alaska, and that the Certificate of Incorporation had been duly issued by the Commissioner on June 20, 2003. The Secretary then read the Certificate of Incorporation, and upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carded, it was RESOLVED, that the Articles of Incorporation and Certificate of Incorporation, approved by the Secretary of Commerce of the State of Alaska on June 20, 2003, be and hereby are inserted into the Corporate Minutes Book. The Secretary was then instructed to insert the duplicate original of the Articles of Incorporation together with the Certificate of Incorporation into the Corporate Minutes Book. The Chair then stated that all of the individuals were present who were named in the Articles of Incorporation as directors to hold office until their successors shall be elected and shall qualify. The following named directors were present in person' Dale Bagley Pete Sprague David Carey Joseph Moore Rosalie Tepp Jack Brown Becky Foster Andrew Carmichael Allan Miller Colette Thompson Bob Jones Ricky Gease Jennifer Beckman Mark Gregory Gary Hale Pam Howard Bill Popp Kathy Gensel Debbie Holle Dena Cunningham and the following named directors were absent: Jack Cushing Tim Navarre MINUTES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF July 2, 2003. Page 1 of 6 The Secretary presented to the meeting a copy of the notice of the meeting timely provided to all directors. The Chair instructed the Secretary to affix such notice to the minutes of this meeting. The Chair then declared that the foregoing named directors should assume their responsibilities immediately and that this meeting would be considered as the first meeting of directors to organize the corporation and to transact such business as should properly come before the meeting. The Chair then requested nominations for the persons to be elected to the Board of Directors to serve until March 31, 2007. The following were nominated by Mr. Carey and seconded by Mr. Popp to be directors: Title First Name Last Name Mr. Dale Bagley Mr. Pete Sprague Mr. Jack Brown Mr. David Carey Ms. Becky Foster Mr. Andrew Cmmichael Mr. Allan Miller Ms. Colette Thompson Mr. Bob Jones Mr. Ricky Gease Ms. Jennifer Beckman Mr. Mark Gregory Mr. Gary Hale Ms. Pam Howard Mr. Bill Popp Mr. Tim Navarre Ms. Kathy Gensel Ms. Debbie Holle Ms. Dena Cunningham Mr. Jack Cushing Mr. Joseph Moore Dr. Donna Peterson Ms. Rosalie Tepp' There were no further nominations. Upon motion duly made by Mr. Carey, seconded by Mr. Popp, and unanimously carded, the nominations were closed. The ballots of the directors were presented and the Secretary reported that the nominated directors had each received a majority of the votes. The Chair thereupon declared that the above named persons were duly elected directors of the Corporation to hold office until March 31, 2007. MINUTES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF July 2, 2003. Page 2 of 6 The Secretary then presented a form of By-laws governing the business affairs of the Corporation. The following amendments were made to the By-Laws. Mr. Sprague moved to amend Section 1, item c of the By-Laws to change the number of board members from "six" to "seven" after the word "additionally" in line four. It was seconded by Mr. Popp and unanimously approved. Mr. Sprague moved to amend Section 7, item b of the By-Laws to change the word "to" to "be" in line 2 after the word "instead." It was seconded by Mr. Moore and unanimously approved. Mr. Sprague moved to amend Section 4, item b of the By-Laws to insert the word "e- mail" before of the word "telegram" in line 3. It was seconded by Mr. Popp and unanimously approved. After review, upon motion duly made by Mr. Popp, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carded, it was RESOLVED, that the form of By-Laws submitted to this meeting be, and it hereby is, approved and adopted as the By-Laws of the corporation, and the Secretary is hereby instructed to cause the same to be inserted into the Corporate minute book immediately following the Articles of Incorporation and the Certificate of Incorporation. The meeting then proceeded to the election of officers. Upon nominations duly made by Mr. Carey and seconded by Mr. Popp the following were elected and qualified as officers of the Corporation: Dale Bagley- President David Carey- Vice-President Jack Brown - Secretary Becky Foster- Treasurer The Secretary of the Corporation assumed his duties as Secretary of the meeting. The Chair noted that the Corporation's fiscal year should be determined. After discussion, upon motion duly made by Mr. Popp, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED, that the fiscal year of the Corporation shall be the calendar year and shall end on December 31 each year. MINUTES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF July 2, 2003. Page 3 of 6 The next order of business announced by the Chair.was the procurement of the necessities of the office for the administration of the Corporation. After discussion among the directors and upon motion duly made by Mr. Popp and seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED, that the Secretary or designee be empowered and authorized to procure, at the expense of the Corporation, the necessary stationary, books, fixtures and other necessities for the office and administration of the Corporation. Upon motion duly made by Mr. Popp, seconded by Mr. Carey and carded, the registered office of the Corporation was fixed at 105 North Willow, Suite 33, Kenai, Alaska. The name of the Corporation's registered agent was established to be Blaine Gilman. The officers were authorized to file any such notifications to the State of Alaska as may be necessary. The Chair next announced that the Corporation needed to decide whether to apply to the IRS for qualification as a "501(c)(3)" qualifying nonprofit exemption. The directors noted that the corporate articles and the intentions of the Board were to only operate in such a manner that would so qualify. Upon further discussion, motion by Mr. Popp, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimous approval it was RESOLVED, that the officers are directed to restrict activities of the Corporation to only such activities and operations as properly qualify for such exemption and that they are to apply for such a 501(c)(3) exemption with the [RS. The Chair next announced that the Corporation needed to establish the following committees to accomplish the business of the Corporation: Revenue Development · Revenue Development Administration · Administration · Finance Legal Marketing · Merchandising Advertising Graphics & Signage Broadcast & Media Relations · Ticketing · Special Events Information Technology · Systems · Telecommunications · Results · Web Development COMMITTEES MINUTES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF July 2, 2003. Page 4 of 6 Care & Comfort · Accommodations · Security · Food Services · Transportation · Medical · Registration & Accreditation Sports · 20 Sports o Alpine Skiing o Arctic Sports o Badminton Basketball o Biathlon Ski Biathlon Snowshoe o Cross Country Skiing Curling o Dene Games o Dog Mushing o Figure Skating o Gymnastics o Hockey o Indoor Soccer o Snowboarding o Snowshoeing o Speed Skating o Table Tennis o Volleyball o Wrestling · Officials Facilities Facilities & Equipment Mission liaison Venue Fit Out, Competition · Venue Fit Out, Non-Competition Culture & Ceremonies · Opening/closing ceremonies Culture · Awards · Welcome & Send Off Volunteer & Protocol Volunteers Guest Services · Language · Special Programs MINUTES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF July 2, 2003. Page 5 of 6 Mr. Popp moved to approve the Committee structure. It was seconded by Mrs. Beckman and unanimously approved. The Chair announced that he shall submit nominees for chairs of committees at the next meeting of the board for confirmation by the board. The final order of business announced by the Chair was ratifying the efforts of the incorporators in organizing and promoting the Corporation. After discussion and upon motion duly made by Mr. Popp, seconded by Mr. Beckman and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED, that all acts taken and decisions reached by the incorporators Dale Bagley, David Carey, Jack Brown and Becky Foster prior to this meeting are hereby ratified and adopted by this Board of Directors and that any and all. so disclosed contracts, pre-incorporation agreements and liabilities entered into or assumed on the behalf of Kenai Peninsula Arctic Winter Games 2006 Host Society by the above-named incorporators are hereby affirmed, ratified and adopted by this Board of Directors. The Chair stated the next meeting would be held on July 17, 2003 at 5 p.m. at this location. There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made by Mr. Popp, seconded by Ms. Beckman and carried, the meeting was adjoumed. DATED this 2nd day of July 2003. JACK BROWN, SECRETARY MINUTES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF July 2, 2003. Page 6 of 6 Kenai Peninsula Arctic Winter Games 2006 Host Society Agenda July 17, 2003--5:00 p.m. Special Meeting CARTS Office, Soldoma, Alaska A. CALL TO ORDER President Bagley called the meeting to order at 5'15 p.m. B. ROLL CALL The following directors were present: Dale Bagley Pete Sprague David Carey Bob Frates Donna Peterson Jack Brown Becky Foster Andrew Carmichael Allan Miller Colette Thompson Ricky Gease Jennifer Beckmann Mark Gregory Gary Hale Pam Howard Kathy Gensel Debbie Holle Dena Cunningham The following directors were absent: Bob Jones Bill Popp Jack Cushing Rosalie Tepp Tim Navarre C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Carey moved to approve the agenda. Ms. Thompson seconded it. Mr. Carey then moved to amend the agenda to change item nine under new business to become 9(A) and add a new 9(B). The new 9(B) is to discuss the grant agreement between the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the Kenai Peninsula Borough 2006 Arctic Winter Games Host Society. The amendment was seconded by Ms. Beckmann and passed unanimously. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Beckman moved to approve the minutes. Mr. Hale seconded it. Ms. Beckmann then move to amend the minutes to make several technical changes. The amendment was seconded by Mr. Hale and was passed unanimously. Mr. Carmichael then moved to approve the minutes as amended. Ms. Thompson seconded it and it was passed unanimously. E. COMMITTEE REPORTS The committees have not organized yet therefore, no reports were given. Fo G' OLD BUSINESS 1. By-Laws Amendment establishing quorum by Mr. Popp Mr. Brown moved to amend the By-Laws by including the following underlined words' Article II Section 6- DIRECTORS' Quorum and Adjournments: (a) At all meetings of the Board of Directors, the presence of a majority of the entire Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, provided that the majority is present when the meeting is called to order by the presiding officer. Once the quorum is established, that quorum shall be deemed present until the meeting is adjourned, even if the number of Directors present at the meeting falls below a majority of the membership of the board of Directors. However, if the number of Directors present for the meeting falls below eight, then the quorum shall be deemed not present. Telephonic participation by a director is permitted, and a director who attends telephonically shall be considered present for all purposes just as though he or she had been physically present. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion and was passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS 1. Establish bank account Ms. Beckmann moved to request the President to establish a bank account at Wells Fargo Bank. The motioned was seconded by Dr. Peterson. During the discussion, it was agreed that the Host Society would send out an RFP for banking services after hiring our Administrative Assistant. Mr. Carey moved that the bank account would continue until December 31, 2003. Ms. Holle seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Gensel abstained from the vote. There was no objection to the amended motion. 2. Hire an Administrative Assistant Mr. Carey moved that a hiring committee be established to hire an Administrative Assistant and develop a job description. Mr Carmichael seconded the motion and It was passed unanimously. The hiring committee will include Dale Bagley, David Carey, Becky Foster, Debbie Holle and Jack Brown. 3. Approval of Committee Chairs Ms. Holle moved to approve the following directors as the Committee Chairs for the various committees. The motion was seconded by Ms. Gensel and passed unanimously. Bill Popp~Revenue Development Colette Thompson~Administration Mark Gregory~Marketing Bob Jones~Information Technology Donna Peterson~Care & Comfort Allen Miller--Sports Andrew Carmichael~Sports Facilities Ricky Gease~Culture & Ceremonies Jack Brown--Volunteer & Protocol 4. Approval of a process to select subcommittee chairs Mr. Brown moved to have the Committee Chairs work with the Executive Committee to select subcommittee chairs. If there is a conflict with the selection of the subcommittee chairs, the entire Board will select the subcommittee chairs. Mr. Carey seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. 5. Establish a monthly meeting schedule Mr. Brown moved that the Host Society establish a regular meeting schedule of the second Thursday of each month. The meetings will be held at the CARTS Office at 5 pm. The motion was seconded by Mr. Carey and passed unanimously. 6. Authorize the Executive Committee to research office space Mr. CareY moved that the Executive Committee be directed to research available office space for the Host Society and report back at our next meeting. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 7. Direct the President to prepare quarterly reports for the Arctic Winter Games Intemational Committee and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly. Mr. Brown moved that the President be directed to prepare a quarterly rep°rt for the AWGIC and the KPB Assembly. The report will be presented at our next Host Society meeting for Board approval. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. ge Discuss the agreements between the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the cities of Soldotna, Kenai, and Homer. Ms. Thompson reported that she is developing the agreement between the KPB and cities. 9(A). Discuss the agreement between the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the Kenai Peninsula Arctic Winter Games 2006 Host Society Ms. Thompson is developing the agreement between the KPB and the Host Society. She will e-mail it to the Board prior to our next meeting. 9(B). Grant agreement between the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the Host Society. Mr. Carey moved that the grant agreement between the KPB and Host Society be approved. Mr. Carmichael seconded the motion and it passed uninamiously. 10. Discuss adding a representative from the Salamantof Tribal Council to the Board of Directors. He Ms. Cunningham moved to add a representative from the Salamatof Tribal Council to the Board. Ms. Beckmann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Merrill Sikorski thanked the Board for their hard work. BOARD MEMBERS COMMENTS Je Mr. Carey stated that the Board needs to be talking up the Games. Ms. Holle mentioned that an individual had requested to be notified about our meetings. Mr. Gregory mentioned that he is anxious to start selecting and working with the subcommittees. Ms. Gensel is interested in creating a database for volunteers. Ms. Cunningham requested that the length of the meetings be consistent and they start at 5 p.m. Mr. Carmichael mentioned that the Rasmussen Foundation is working with the Homer Hockey Association to complete the Homer Ice Rink. One of the stipulations of the grant is that the Hockey Association works with the AWG Host Society. The grant is approximately $800,000. Ms. Howard commented on Assembly Member Gary Superman's positive remarks regarding of volunteer spirit. Mr. Brown requested that Board Members inform those who are interested in serving on the subcommittees that we are working thorough the process. Mr. Bagley handed out a volunteer sign up sheet for serving on subcommittees. Mr. Carey also mentioned that it would help our efforts if a young person served on each one of our sub committees. NOTICE OF NEXT MEETING and ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting will be held August 14, 2003 at the CARTS Office at 5 pm. President Bagley adjourned the meeting at 7:07 pm. NOTICE Denali Commission Investment Policy Comment Period Extended The Denali Commission has extended the deadline for submittal of public comments on the draft Investment Policy to November 20, 2003. The extension of the comment period was made in response to a request from Senator Lisa Murkowski and in recognition of the importance of this Policy to all Alaskans. During this extended comment period the Federal Co-chairman will participate in a workshop with other funding agencies during the annual Alaska Federation of Natives Convention, and will seek other opportunities to meet with other interested organizations. The Commission will also consider the potential relationship of this policy with rural policies being developed or in use by its parmers. The objective of this policy is to maximize the sustainable benefits of available Commission resources to all Alaskans but particularly those living in distressed communities. We believe that constructive public comment will help us refine the policy so we can effectively achieve that objective. The draf~ policy is attached. Comments should be directed as follows: Jeff Staser Federal Co chair Denali Commission 510 L Street, Suite 410 Anchorage, Alaska 99501 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING JULY 16, 2003 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www, ci.kenai, ak.us ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. Agenda Approval 4. Consent Agenda *All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non- controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. ITEM B: , SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes) Dave Gilbreath, CEO Central Peninsula General Hospital-- Hospital Expansion. ITEM C: REPORTS OF KPB ASSEMBLY, LEGISLATORS AND_ COUNC!L,_~_ ITEM D: PUBLIC HEARINGS o , Ordinance No. 2007-2003 -- Amending KMC 14.20.280(c) to Allow Notification of Public Hearings to be Sent by Regular Mail. Resolution No. 2003-38 -- Declaring Equipment, Supplies, and Materials Surplus or Obsolete. ITEM E: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS o 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report d. Kenai Chamber of Commerce e. Arctic Winter Games ITEM F: MINUTES , *Regular Meeting of July 2, 2003. ITEM G: ITEM H: OLD BUSINESS . Discussion -- Scheduling of Evaluations of City Manager, City Clerk and City Attorney. ITEM I: NEW BUSINESS . Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified . Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 ITEM J: REPORT OF THE MAYOR ITEM K: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager 2. Attorney 3. City Clerk ITEM L: DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council EXECUTIVE SESSION -- a. Discuss Litigation, Specifically the Friends of the Recreation Center, Inc., et al. v. City of Kenai b. Evaluation of City Manager ITEM M: ADJOURNMENT KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING JULY 16, 2003 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS htt~'//www, ci.kenai.ak.us MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS~ PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7'03 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building. A-X. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. A-2. ROLL CALL Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Present were' Osborne, Jackman, and Williams. Bookey, Swarner, Moore, Porter, A-3o AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda: SUBSTITUTE: I-2, Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 -- Revised l/st, adding purchase order to Moore Business Forms in amount of $3,050. ADD TO: K-l, Report of City Manager -- Update to Kenai River Bluff Erosion Study. ADD AS: Information Item 2, KPB Ordinance No. 2003-24, authorizing the borough to exercise powers necessary to participate in the 2006 Arctic Winter Games as amended and passed. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED to approve the agenda as amended and Councilwoman Jackman SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. A-4. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: ~NAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 2 Councilman Bookey MOVED to approve the consent agenda as presented and Councilwoman Jackman SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS B-Xo Dave Gilbreath, CEO Central Peninsula General Hospital -- Hospital Expansion. Gilbreath discussed the progress of the hospital expansion and renovation project, noting a preliminary concept had been decided upon; studies validate the need for the expansion, i.e. the hospital has not kept pace with growing and aging population and the new federal privacy laws demand more space, etc.; the project will use 100% of the existing hospital and will be more affordable ($5 million savings) than construction of a new hospital; general obligation bonds over 20 years would be used to pay for the project; and, the final hearing on the Assembly's bond proposition resolution will be held on August 5 in order for the question to be placed on the October 7, 2003 ballot. ITEM C: REPORTS OF KPB ASSEMBLY~ LEGISLATORS AND COUNCII~ No report. ITEM D: PUBLIC HEARINGS D-Xo Ordinance No. 2007-2003 -- Amending KMC 14.20.280(c) to Allow Notification of Public Hearings to be Sent by Regular Mail. MOTION: Councilwoman Porter MOVED for approval of Ordinance No. 2007-2003 and Councilman Osborne SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. Discussion by council and administration included: · A similar ordinance had been tabled several months ago in order for administration to investigate delivery confirmation possibilities. · A certificate of mailing would be prepared, signed, and placed in the file to certify the mailing of notices. · Delivery would be assumed unless the envelope is returned. · There is a delivery confirmation alternative available through the postal service, however the cost savings would be only approximately 12 cents per piece. The minimum cost for a certified return receipt letter is $4.42. Administration was not recommending the delivery confirmation alternative. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 3 · It is estimated, of all the certified mailings sent out, probably not one percent of the people noticed attend public hearings. · An example of a post card notification used in Hawaii was offered; the card is a neon color to make it easily distinguished from other marl; it is similar in size to the city's water/sewer bills; and the cost to mail would be 23 cents per card. · If the city water bill is not received by the user, the bill is returned to the city as the post card notice would be. · Using this manner of notification would cost less and would be more efficient. · In addition to the mailed notice, signs are posted on the properties and there are advertisements in the paper. · Fees collected for permits do not cover the costs of the certified mailings. The postage is paid from the General Fund. It was suggested the fees could be increased instead. Bookey stated he felt this type of notification is different than the water bill and wanted to continue using certified mailings. Swarner agreed and stated she would not support the ordinance. Porter, Osborne and Jackman stated their support of the ordinance. VOTE: Bookey Porter Williams No Yes Yes Osborne No Yes Moore Jackman No Yes MOTION PASSED. D-2. Resolution No. 2003-38 -- Declaring Equipment, Supplies, and Materials Surplus or Obsolete. MOTION: Councilman Osborne MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 2003-38 and Councilwoman Jackman SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. It was requested council be notified who is awarded the contract for implementing the auction. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 4 ITEM E: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS E-1. Council on Aging-- Councilwoman Swarner reported the unapproved minutes were included in the packet and the next meeting would be held in September. E-2. Airport Commission -- Swamer noted she attended the specie meeting of July 8 for Councilwoman Jackman. A pre-scoping meeting was held prior to the special meeting. Gate modifications were discussed during the special meeting. It was noted there was a possibility of two seats (at-large and lessee) becoming open on the Commission. Those interested in appointment were encouraged to contact the City Clerk and the Clerk was requested to contact the applicants on file. E-3. Harbor Commission -- Councilman Bookey noted the minutes of the July 7 meeting were included in the packet. Bookey asked Komelis for a report regarding the grant funds for placing a new entrance/exit at the dock. Komelis reported he met w/th representatives from the Conservation Fund and they looked at the property where the exit road would be placed. He asked if the city could re- vegetate the parking lot and use the gravel for the road and was told the Fund would consider selling a right-of-way for the road and the parking lot. Administration was encouraged to move as quickly as possible on the project. E-4. Library Commission -- Councilman Moore reported the next meeting will be held on August 5. E-5. Parks/~ Recreation Commission -- Councilwoman Porter reported the minutes of the July 2 meeting were included in the packet. She reviewed the minutes. Porter stated she received a request for a special meeting from the chair of the Commission. Williams stated he responded to the request and forwarded a copy of his reply to council. E-6. Planning/l~ Zoning Commission -- Councilman Osborne reviewed the minutes of the July 9 meeting, which were included in the packet. He also noted there will be two members absent at the next meeting and the Commission is in need of one member. Referring to two applications in the packet, Williams recommended Jay Barrett for appointment. Council had no objections. E-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees E-7a. Beautification Committee -- Swamer reported the Committee had no meeting. A brief discussion took place about water well levels. Komelis reported, because of the' rain fall pattern to date, the tank recovers overnight. In addition, the contractors are not allowed to draw water from the hydrants. Kornelis also noted the KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 5 Consumer Confidence Report had been mailed to the residents of the city and there are no violations of any kind. E-7b. Kenai Convention/h Visitors Bureau Board -- Bookey reported a meeting was held on Monday, July 14 at which the Board passed a resolution supporting their participation in the VISTA Volunteer program; supporting the participation of KCVB Ex. Director Ricky Gease in the planning of the Arctic Winter Games; and, the approval of the Chamber to allow display of KCVB's membership brochures at the airport. He added, the main discussion was regarding retail sales at the Center. The end result of the discussion was to continue the sales but at a smaller level so not to compete with private sector businesses. Bookey also noted, discussion of the area-wide bed tax was held and the impetus of the discussions and information gathering will be handled by the Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council, who will also assist in the preparation of an ordinance to present to the Borough Assembly. Bookey also reported the Board would like to meet with the council in additional work sessions. It was suggested the work sessions be held after the VISTA Volunteer is on board. E-7c. Alaska Municipal League Report -- Williams reported he and Councilwoman Swarner would be attending the Legislative Committee meeting and Alaska Conference of Mayors meeting at Alyeska to be held duly 20-22. E-7d. Kenai Chamber of Commerce -- Executive Director Canady reported the Fourth of July Parade and festivities were very successful and they are trying to accommodate placement of KVCB member brochures in the Chamber's space at the airport. E-7e. Arctic Winter Games -- Councilman Moore reported it was his understanding the Host Society will be negotiating with municipalities individually where sport venues will be situated. ITEM F: MINUTES F-Xo Regular Meeting of July 2, 2003 -- Approved by consent agenda. ITEM G: CORRESPONDENCE-- None. ITEM H: OLD BUSINESS H-Xo Discussion -- Scheduling of Evaluations of City Manager, City Clerk and City Attorney. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 6 Williams suggested the previous schedule of evaluations be amended by holding the City Manager evaluation on August 20 and those of the City Attorney and City Clerk at a following meeting. Council had no objections. ITEM I: NEW BUSINESS I-1o Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED to pay the bills and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. I-2o Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding $2,500 as amended with the substitute list and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. It was noted the purchase of new citations was a normal process, however these will also be updated to accommodate the traffic citation change {f'me payments being collected at City Hall for city offensesl. Wi!l/ams requested Snow to contact the newspaper to do an article to remind the general public of the change. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM J: REPORT OF THE MAYOR-- No report. ITEM K: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS X-X. City Manager-- City Manager Snow noted the following: A memorandum included in the packet regarding the Recreation Center. Finance Director Semmens' f'mancial report included in the packet. Komelis reported a manhole would have to be placed in the Basin View project which had not been expected. He explained it was an existing manhole cover and found to have been placed though no manhole existed. The original project had been done by the developer and inspected by his engineer. The cost of the placement will be reflected in the assessment and it is expected the cost will still be under the engineer's estimate. He also noted, a bury pit was found (referred to in his written report included in the packet} and cost information will be brought back to council in this KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 7 regard. A brief discussion followed in which it was noted previous conversations included concern of bury pits in the roadway. Komelis stated 20 test holes had been placed prior to the work commencing; the specifications pointed out it was thought there were bury pits situated in the roadway; and, bury pits could not be predicted unless the whole road is dug up. Snow continued, · The Borough has decided they want to include only ten parcels a year of the city's 30 parcels in their outcry auctions over the next three years and they want someone from the city to attend the auction. Administration was disappointed with this plan and investigated the cost of doing its own auction. It was decided the city could hold its own auction and a packet of the properties with the minimum price will be prepared. · The VISTA Volunteer will be joining the city on August 4 and attending the August 6 council meeting. She will attend VISTA training from July 27-31 and Finance Director Semmens will be the acting city manager. K-2. &ttora~y-- City Attorney Graves noted the following: · Memoranda regarding borough residency requirements and liability of parents for damage to municipal property were included in the packet. · The senate bill to change the name of the court house to honor Judge Jonathan Link was not passed by the Legislature. However a compromise was reached and the atrium portion of the facility will be named after Judge Link. Graves will inform council of the ceremony to be held in the future. Porter asked if the cemetery fund had been set up and Finance Director Semmens stated no donations had been received to date, and when a donation is received, the account will be opened. Mayor Williams donated the first $20 to the fund. X-3o City Clerk-- No report. ITEM L: DISCUSSION L-1. Citizens -- Bob Peters -- Donated $20 to the cemetery fund. Noted, the general public is not as well-informed as the council in regard to the hospital project and thought the expansion project will have to be defended versus selling of the hospital. Peters stated his concern of the prospect of selling the hospital. L-2. Council KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 8 Bookey-- · Asked Komelis to clarify whether waste valves/curb stops are the responsibility of the city or property owner. · Due to comments and actions of commission/committees, he suggested the city attorney and city clerk immediately prepare a written clarification of power, responsibilities, etc. of commission/committee members; for the city clerk to include the topic on all upcoming agendas; for the city attorney to attend all commission/committee meetings in the next several months to discuss the same with the commission/committee members; have the city attorney and city clerk meet with new appointees to discuss and explain responsibilities, etc.; and for the city manager to discuss the duties, roles, etc. with department heads who work with commissions or committees. Williams suggested council consider restoring the word "advisory" in the Kenai Municipal Code in relation to commissions, committees and boards. Williams also stated it would be his intention to call a joint work session with council and all commissions, committees and boards to further discuss and clarify those responsibilities. There were no objections from council for administration to immediately move forward with Bookey's suggestions of clarification included in meeting packets, ~h~ the city attorney attending meetings to review the information with the city commissions, committees and boards. Swarner-- No comments. Moore -- No comments. Porter -- Requested the Parks crew to clean the sidewalk in front of the Chamber. Osborne -- No comments. Jackman -- No comments. EXECUTIVE SESSION -- a. Discuss Litigation, Specifically the Friends of the Recreation Center, Inc., et al. v. City of Kenai MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED to convene in an executive session of the council of the City of Kenai recogniz~g attorney/client confidential communication privilege, strategy discussions for the Friends of the Recreation Center, Inc. et al. v. City of Kenai litigation. Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. It was requested City Manager Snow and City Attorney Graves attend. VOTE: KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2003 PAGE 9 Booke¥ Porter Yes Yes Moore Yes Yes Osborne Yes ~ Jackman Yes Williams Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Executive Session: Back to Order: Approximately 9:00 P.M. 9:57 P.M. Councilman Bookey reported the council, with City Attorney Graves and City Manager Snow convened in an executive session and discussed strategy of the Recreation Center litigation. be Evaluation of City Manager -- Moved to August 20, 2003 ITEM M: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:58 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by' Carol L. Freas, City Clerk CITY OF KENAI "Oil Capital of Alaska" 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535 FAX: 907-283-3014 MEMORANDUM TO. FROM: DATE' RE: Ill I I Mayor Williams and City Counci.11V~e _mbers Linda L. Snow, City Manager ~ August 1, 2003 Kenai Recreation Center The purpose of this memo is to identify some options for Council consideration regarding the Kenai Recreation Center (KRC) and its recent closure as the result of a Superior Court order in the case of Friends of the Recreation Center, Inc., and Mark Necessary, Anita Necessary, and Clifford D. Massie, Plaintiffs, v. City of Kenai, Defendant. It may be anticipated that some, if not all of the options identified will draw additional legal challenges or perhaps new initiatives or referendum petitions from the Friends of the Recreation Center, Inc. in the event they disapprove of the process or the results. You will note that some of the options identified below require the adoption of one or more ordinances to complete. Option #1' Amend KMC 7.15.040 (a) and KMC 7.15.050: In KMC 7.15.040 (a) an amendment would add the underlined words to read as follows' "Except as identified in 7.15.050, and before any purchase of, or contract for, supplies, materials, equipment, or contractual services are made, the City purchasing authority shall submit to at least three (3) persons, firms, or corporations dealing in and able to supply the same, or to a smaller number if there are not three dealing in and able to supply the same, a request for quotation (or invitation to bid) and specifications to give them oppommity to bid; and/or publish notice of the proposed purchase in a newspaper of general circulation within the City." The amendment in KMC 7.15.050 would then include facilities management among those professional services specifically identified in (5) as a purchase not requiring cOmpetitive bidding, or the amendment would add a new item (7) to single out, specify, and define professional facilities management services as a purchase not requiring competitive bidding. This option is recommended as the most straightforward option. It mirrors more closely, yet defines more specifically, the City's traditional interpretation of its own Code. Secondly, following adoption and effective date to be set by Council, estimated at 60- 90 days, the City could negotiate and enter into a new facilities management contract for the KRC relatively soon. -1- Thirdly, it adds a new level of protection for all of the City's other facilities management contracts. Option #2' Add an entirely new section of the Code to provide a greatly expanded definition of professional services and various means of soliciting and selecting qualified professionals. This option has the advantage of providing an opportunity to more fully.develop a City interpretation of the purchasing category of professional services. As identified by footnote in the KRC court order, several other municipalities, including Soldotna and the Kenai Peninsula Borough, have Code sections that more closely mimic the definitions and procedures utilized by the State of Alaska. While some of these other Codes could be used as a model, it would nevertheless take time to write and develop a new section that will integrate well with the existing Kenai Municipal Code. This option would likely take longer than three months to re- open the KRC in that, beyond the writing and the two months and effective date for the ordinance to take effect, there would likely be new administrative processes required to enter into a new professional services contract for the KRC. Option #3' Authorize a competitive bidding process under existing KMC 7.15.040 for management and operation of the KRC. This option includes publishing a notice in the newspaper to request proposals. The contract would be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, basing a determination of responsibility on several factors, such as adherence to specifications, quality, proposed terms of delivery, performance record, financial capability, and compliance with all other conditions imposed in the solicitation for proposals. While the Administration is not aware of any qualified bidders, other than the Boys & Girls Club, this option would provide an opportunity to formally, and very specifically, define the type, quality, background, qualifications, and other criteria required for a successful proposal. This option would also be likely to exceed three months, since advertising, the development of specifications, proposal preparation, and proposal reviews and selection does require quite a bit of time. Option #4: Hire temporary or regular city employees to operate the KRC, or just the teen center upstairs~ or just the downstairs facilities. To save the estimated $87,000 - $110,000 as projected in this year's budget, this option would require severe cutbacks in the days and hours of KRC operations. In addition, unless increased facility utilization and program enhancements are no longer desirable, new employee training and development costs and other expenses would be recommended. This option would require budget revisions by ordinance. Option #5- Surplus the weight room equipment. This is a policy question as to whether the City wishes to continue duplicating and competing with services that are offered elsewhere within a reasonable distance. The vacant room could be upgraded and used for other purposes. This option could be implemented in conjunction with all of the other options. This option would require a Resolution to surplus the equipment. Option #6: Lease out the building. This option would include obtaining a real estate appraisal, setting a minimum lease rate such as 6% - 10% of the fair market value, and developing such -2- stipulations as Council may find appropriate and consistent with any applicable grant terms and conditions imposed at the time of facility construction. Although not recommended, Council may wish to explore leasing altematives other than continued use of the facility as a recreational center open to the public. The leasing option would also require a budget amendment by ordinance. In addition to the length of time it takes for adoption of a budget ordinance and due to the waiting list for obtaining an appraisal and the time required to develop a new lease for the facility, this option would likely take longer than three months for implementation, with no guarantee there would be parties interested in leasing the facility. -3- Z Z 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X g <> X X g g I.- Z u.I Z n,' n,, 0 0 0 ~ 0 0 '~ Z Z Z ~ ~ 0 n~ 0 LU ~ n 0 o o W o o z LU 0 o o Ill W )- Z o o z Z z Z o o w o o Z I-- I-- or) Z 0 0 o o 13~Z Ou- mO 0 n 1::3 0 0 0 0 o o uJ r~ 'Q_ uJ I- z w uJ 0 o o rw W 0 w r~ n w Z 0 U.l>- rw F-- Z 0 o o L~ rw Z Z Z o 0 o o ::3 r'l Z 0 Z ! CITY OF KENAI "Oil Capital of Alaska" 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535 FAX: 907-283-.3014 MEMORANDUM TO: THROUGH: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Mayor and Council Linda Snow, City Manager _/3 Lawrence A. Semmens, Finance Directo July 30, 2OO3 Caselle change order The City has a purchase order for $42,000 to Caselle Inc. for replacemem of the financial accouming system as authorized by Resolution 2003-30. The comract provides for training of our staff at the comractor's Utah facility. Our cost of travel to Utah is budgeted at $8,000. It is my opinion that we will have better results if we do the training in Kenai. Caselle trainers are willing to come to Kenai if we pay the additional cost. The $7,500 additional cost for travel and related expenses for Caselle to come here is within the budgeted amount for travel that was included in the project; however, we need Council authorization to increase the P.O. to Caselle to $49,500. It is my recommendation that Council approve this change order. Suggested by: Planning & Zoning Commi~ CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 2009-2003 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF KENAI AND RECOMMENDING ADOPTION BY THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH. WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough, as a second-class borough, shall provide for planning on an area-wide basis in accordance with AS 29.40; and, WHEREAS, the City of Kenai, as a home-rule city inside a second-class borough, has updated their Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, Planning Staff and the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission held numerous public meetings and have received comments and input regarding the updating of the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission on June 25, 2003 reviewed the final draft of the Kenai Comprehensive Plan, made additions and corrections, and recommends to the Kenai City Council approval of the Comprehensive Plan as amended; and, WHEREAS, the Kenai City Council on August 20, 2003, reviewed the final draft of the Kenai Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval of the Plan to the Kenai Peninsula Borough. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kenai City Council that: Section 1 - The Final Draft of the Kenai Comprehensive Plan as amended, prepared by Kevin Waring Associates, Benson Planning Associates, and Bechtol Planning And Development, is hereby approved and adopted as the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Kenai. Section 2 - This Plan is hereby recommended to the Kenai Peninsula Borough for adoption as the official Borough Comprehensive Plan within the City of Kenai planning area of the Borough. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20th day of August 2003. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: Adopted: Effective: August 6, 2003 August 20, 2003 September 20, 2003 Suggested by: Administratio'. City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 2010-2003 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $35,000 IN THE AIRPORT TERMINAL ENTERPRISE FUND TO REPLACE BOILERS. WHEREAS the main boiler for the Airport Terminal has developed a leak; and, WHEREAS, the boiler should be replaced due to the age and condition of the boiler; and, WHEREAS, a two boiler system is planned to provide redundancy and capacity to heat exterior sidewalk areas; and, WHEREAS, funds are available in the retained earning account of the Airport Terminal Enterprise fund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Appropriation of Fund Balance $35:00O Increase Appropriations: Machinery and Equipment $35:000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20t~ day of August, 2003. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' (07 / 30 / 2003) hl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: August 6, 2003 August 20, 2003 August 20, 2003 Suggested by: Administratio: City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 2011-2003 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $6,000 IN THE AIRPORT TERMINAL ENTERPRISE FUND FOR HANDICAP LIFT MODIFICATIONS. WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to make certain modifications to the handicap lift used for passenger access; and; WHEREAS, the FAA has agreed to include these modifications in the grant application in progress; and, WHEREAS, funds are available in the retained earnings account of the Airport Terminal . Enterprise Fund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Appropriation of Fund Balance $6,000 Increase Appropriations: Machinery and Equipment $6:0O0 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 20t~ day of August, 2003. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (07/30/2003) hl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: August 6, 2003 August 20, 2003 August 20, 2003 MEMORANDUM CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 90?-283-?535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Linde L. Snow, City Manager Keith Kornelis, Public Works Manager~_, July 21,2003 Water Curb Stop & Key Box or Service Line Shut-off Valve The property owner is required to pay the entire cost of the water and sewer service connections and extensions including the cost of the shut-off valve (KMC Regulations and Rates A.2.a). The "water connection" is the service line from the main to the property line and the "water extension" is the service line extending into the premises served (KMC 17.05.010 Definitions). The curb stop or shut-off valve should be in the public right-of-way near the property line. It can also be in an easement that provides for access for City personnel (KMC Regulations and Rates A.2.o). Since the property owner pays the entire costs of materials and installation of the service line and shut-off valve, one might assume they own it. However, "All water turn- ons and turn-offs and the operations of the key box at the property line shall be made by City personnel only." (KMC Regulations and Rates A.2.c). There are some changes that need to be made to KMC Title 17 Public Utilities and to the Regulations and Rates. Them is a lot of clarification and continuity needed between water and sewer systems and services. We also need to add a grease and oii section to prevent so much of it getting into our sewer system. The Water and Sewer and Wastewater Treatment Departments and I have been working with the Finance Department to make these changes. KK/jet Finance APPENDICES CITY OF KENAI PUBLIC UTILITY REGULATIONS AND RATES A. Regulations The following regulations of the City of Kenai, pertaining to the water and sewer system, have been issued under the authority of Tire 17 of the Kcnai City Code of Ordinances. Regula- tions issued prior to this date are superseded by the regulations that follow: 1. Application for Service: It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to apply for utility service or discontinuance of service by signing a service order at the City Administration Building, Kenai, Alaska.  2.- -~ater~and- Sew~- - Co~n~cfion~ ~ Extett~iott~: ., ~. The property owner or his contractor .~~,~. { may apply for a water and sewer 'x permit for a connection and/or exten- J sion of service lines. The entire cost 3 of water or sewer service connection and extension will be borne by the /~___ _ _ property owner. __] b. At the time the new service is-pro- vided, all connections to existing private systems, wells, septic tanks, cesspools, etc., shall be physically disconnected from the City system and their use discontinued, _ _ All W~ter t~m-~ns and mm-offs and  the operations of the key box at the property line shall be made by City p_erso~nel?nlY.__fA fee of ten dollar'- (S10.00) will be levied on requests for turn-on and turn-off (after initial turn-on) during normal duty hours. A fee of twenty dollars ($20.00) will be levied on requests for mm-on during periods other than normal duty hours, and whenever such ac- tion is required due to delinquent account. . , d. All customers shall be required to provide a separate valve, if it does not exist, inside a building being served. The valve shall be located on the service entering the building ahead of any branch lines where it is readily accessible in event of emer- e. Eaeli and every building served by the water utility shall have a separate outside shut-off. In the event it is impossible to get a separate outside shut-off wi__thin the public., right-o~f- w_~, the property owner shall pro- x) vide the shut-off within private prop- erty and execute, in favor of the City, an easement providin~ access for the City personnel to the key box. In the event that a functional shut-off valve cannot be located by I City personnel, the City may install a shut-off valve and charge the prOPu5 erty owner for related labor, eq m_ent, an~d mate_rial costs. Deposits for Service: For domestic and commercial customers, a deposit is re- quired of twenty dollars ($20.00) for water service and twenty dollars ($20.00) for sewer service. These deposits may be refunded upon request after two years of timely payment history. Hydrants: The use of fire hydrants is permitted only in special situations when approval, in writing, has been obtained from the City, and upon payment of the use charge. A deposit of One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150.00) is required to as- sure careful use of the hydrant and will be refunded if no maintenance is required when hydrant use is completed. The use charge, which is non-refundable, is $30 per day. As an alternative charge, the City reserves the fight to require metering in circumstances involving high volume usages, in accordance with rates provided APX-4 APPENDICES Be in the rate schedules. Failure to obtain written authorization fi'om the City. failure to/bllow written instructions of the City'. or any improper use of a fire hydrant is subject to penalty provisions of KMC 13.05 and KMC 17.20.050. (Res. 92-13.5/19/92) 5. Common Connections: There shall be no common connections for use bv several properties or families. No connection will be permitted across property lines unless assessments or lump sum pay- ,~_ ment has been paid. _ Lgcation of ~eY Box: It shall be the prop-~ erty owner's responsibility to know the) location o£ and have marked, the kevlx box and thaw wire on the water service) _ conne~~-~-s~-and~rd iev box- marker shall be a 4" x 4" wood post, four feet in heiohte . painted white with black top and the word "water" sten- ciled in black letters no smaller than two inches high. Property owners who do not use the standard marker should have some other method of locating their key boxes or be prepared to stand the cost of location in time of necessity. 7. Sewer Service Clean-Out: No person shall install a sewer extension to a building without placing in the line near the building and at every, change of di- rection of the sewer line, a sewer line clean-out of four inch minimum diame- ter. The properts., owner shall mark or be familiar with the location of such clean- outs. 8. Rental Properties' Ail bills are in the name of the property owner. Bills mav be mailed to the renter, but the owner is responsible tbr all payments. RATES The charges to users of water and sewer sys- tems within the City of Kenai are as tbllows: 1. SCHEDULE A--GENERAL DOMESTIC SERVICE RATES (NON-METERED) Per Month Water Sewer One or two-family residence, per family unit Single or double unit apartment, per family unit $11.39 $32.14 11.39 32.14 Apartment, three or more units under one roof. per family unit~single bill assumed bv owner. 8.58 24.19 Separate billing I1.39 ~'~ .~,.. 14 Trailers, one or two on single lot or court (each). Trailers, three or more on lot or court, per trailer unit: Single billing Separate billing 8.58 24.19 11.39 32.14 Boarding houses, per available room 3.03 8.68 Minimum Charge: Each month's minimum charge is one full month's service, without proration. The minimum monthly charge is applicable to each ser- vice location, whether or not the location is occu- pied. Special Conditions: The above schedule is re- stricted to service used exclusively for general do- mestic purposes: as distinguished from commerciai or other uses of water or sewer service. APX-5 , Kena' Supp. No. 83, 6-7-03) 17.05.010 Chapter 17.05 WATER SYSTEM Sections: 17.05.010 17.05.020 17.05.030 17.05.040 17.05.050 17.05.060 17.05.070 Definitions. Connec~on provided. Private systems. Rules and regulations. Froze~ connections and extensions. · Discontinuance of service. Schedules of rates; rules and regulations. (a) "water main" shall m~an that part of the water distribution system, intended to serve more man one water connection. (b) The te~..r~ "water..co.n~. ection" shall mean that part of the water distribution system connecting · wa r ,ot of,/ property. (c) The te...nn "water..exm..nsi.on" shall mean that part of the water distribution system extending from .the water connection into the premises served. 17.05.020 Connection provided. (a) Water connections to City water main shall be installed only by the City or by City-approved contractors and then, except as provided else- where in this Code, only upon payment of the fee as provided by the roles and rates schedules adopted pursuant to this Code. (b) No person shall install a water extension with- out first obtaining and paying for a written permit from the person designated to issue such permit or from the City Engineer. (KC 17-51) 17.05.030 Private systems. (a) No person shall construct any private water (b) (c) (KC main which will be served directly or indirectly by the City water distribution system without first obtaining and paying for a written permit from the person designated to issue such per- mits or from the City Engineer, said permit to prescribe the conditions of such construction. No person shall install any water connection to any private main which will be served directly or indirectly by the City water distribution system without first obtaining and paying for a written permit from the person designmed by the Council to issue such permit or from the City Engineer, and said permit shall speci~ conditions prescribed for said installation. No person shall install any water extension from water connection of any private water main which will be served directly or indirectly by the City water distribution system without first obtaining and paying for a written permit from the person designated by the council to issue such permits, or from the City Engineer and such permit shall state conditions pre- scribed by him. 17-52) (~) (c) 17.05.040 Rules and regulations. (a) No property shall be served directly or indi- rectly by the City water distribution system unless the person so sewed or his authorized representative has first entered into a contract with the City for such service. No water shall be sold outside the City unless the premises served comply with standards specified for the City. The Manager of the City water distribution system is hereby empowered to discontinue water service for non-payment of any utility service charges, connection tees, and the like. Utility billing and deposits tbr water service shall be as provided in rules and regulations for administration of this water system. No person, other than an authorized employee or designated contractor of the City, shall mm on or off any water service. 317 CITY OF KENAI "Off Capital of Alaska" 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535 FAX: 907-283-3014 MEMORANDUM TO. FROM: DATE' RE: Mayor Williams and City Council Members Snow, City Manager [~ Linda L. August 6, 2003 Meeting with EADS On July 18a~, I attended a meeting with representatives of EADS (European Aeronautic Defense and Space Company). For about a year, this finn has been publicly indicating its interest in establishing an assembly type of production facility in Kenai on airport property. Council members may recall a similar meeting in January, which was followed by a memo to Council from the Administration dated February 20, 2003. The Administration concluded that, with concurrence fi'om the FAA, the City could lawfully construct a facility of this type for EADS with money held by the Airport Special Revenue Fund, if we entered into a long-term lease with EADS at fair market value such that the Fund would be repaid. Notable points arising from the meeting on July 18~ were the following: 1. EADS has decided to form a new USA subsidiary corporation to complete this project. 2. The design phase for this project should be seriously underway by 2004 to meet production scheduling. 3. EADS is interested in having the City design, build, and lease them a suitable facility (25,000 s.f.) on airport land in Kenai. 4. EADS has received the following information from the City: a copy of the Administration memo dated February 20, 2003, a description of the process required to obtain FAA approval to build a project of this sort, a sample lease of airport lands, and an HTML link to the Kenai Municipal Code, Title 21 regarding the city airport and airport lands. 5. The usual process EADS follows for projects like this is to provide the Lessor with their building requirements. The Lessor then designs and builds around those requirements to suit its own purposes. The Lessor fronts all the costs leading up to and including design and construction of the facility. 6. EADS enters into a five-year lease, with options to renew, at the time design begins. o Upon conducting additional research regarding the labor pool potential and labor statistics for Kenai, as well as the specifications for a facility plan, EADS will prepare a formal letter to the City of Kenai requesting the specific facility, identifying development tasks, and the proposing terms for an offer to lease a facility for their production plant. Administration assessment, given the information we have at this time, is that a five-year lease at 6% of fair market value, even with options to renew, is not the long-term lease needed by the City to recover its investment in a $3,000,000 building. Eve~ if EADS were willing to pay 6% of fair market value, this would only equate to a lease rate of $180,000/year for a total of $900,000. And unless there was unanticipated demand for the building at the end of five years and continuing on for the next 15 years or so, the investment would not provide repayment to the Airport Special Revenue Fund as required and, therefore, cannot be justified from that perspective. If fair market value were not charged to EADS or if there were no demand for the building after EADS vacated, the General Fund would be required to make up the difference. CITY OF KENAI "Oil Capital of Alaska" 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535 FAX: 907-283-3014 MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJ: City Council Lawrence A. Semmens, Finance Director August 6, 2003 Financial Information GASB Statement 34 requires extensive changes in the way information is presemed in the financial statement. Consequently, the audited financial statement will not be completed until October. However, financial information for fund level presentation is available and has been revieWed by our auditors. I expect the attached draft financial statements to be substantially the same as the final published version; however, these are still in draft form and our auditors have not issued an opinion on these drat~ statements. The information presented is summarized. The following table may answer some questions' Budget Actual General property tax $1,352,300 $ 1,383,565 General sales tax $4,200,000 3,953,561 Penalty and interest on taxes 20,000 . 26,638 Total taxes $5,572,300 .. 5,363,764 Undesignated Fund Balance in the General Fund is $5,550,750, which is up from $5,134,026 last year. The increase is due to several factors including the $83,000 surplus and reductions in reservations for encumbrances and long-term receivables from the debt service funds. The largest single factor was an addition of $413,000 to fund balance due to a required change in the roles for compensated absences (leave). If you have any questions on the attached draft financial statements I will be happy to answer them. b AFT CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA BALANCE SHEET GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS June 30, 2003 Exhibit A-1 Page I of 2 ASSETS AND OTHER DEBITS Equity in central treasury (cash and cash equivalents) Receivables (net of allowances for uncollectibles) Due from other funds Other assets Total assets and other debits LIABILITIES, EQUITY, AND OTHER CREDITS Liabilities: Accounts payable Due to other funds Deferred revenue Other liabilities Total liabilities Equity and other credits: Fund balances: Reserved Unreserved - Designated Unreserved - undesignated (deficit) Total equity and other credits (deficit) Total liabilities, equity, and other credits See Accompanying Notes to Financial Statements General $ 7,282,655 1,367,217 15,989 $, 8,665,861 44,029 -- 396,974 22,224 463,227 1,113, 8O0 1,538,084 5,550,750 8,202,634 $ 8;,665,861 Water and Sewer 297,332 236,291 . $ 533,623 22,579 .. 133,836 47,327 203,742 18,514 43,608 267,759 329,881 $ , ,533,623 DRAFT Exhibit A-1 Page 2 of 2 Airport Land System Airport Land Sales C~her Governmental Total June 30, ,2003 $ 6,436,018 39,168 -- $ 6,475,186 $ 11,167,282 391,640 -- $ 11,558,922 $ 4,214,810 315,384 -- 16,446 $ ,4,546,640 $ 29,398,097 2,349,700 15,989 16,446 $. 31,780,232 13,730 -- 37,959 686 52,375 391,080 . 391,080 67,488 15,989 240,104 6,753 330,334 147,826 15,989 1,199,953 76,990 1,440,758 .......... 30,616 730,384 5,661,811 6,422,811 $ 6;475,18,6 11,167,842 .. -- 11,167,842 .$..11,558,922. 42,319 4,073,596 100,391 4,216,306 $ 4,546,640 12,373,091 6,385,672 11,580,711 30,339,474 $ . 3!,780,232 DRAFT CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2003 Revenues: Taxes Licenses and permits Intergovernmental revenues Charges for services Fines and forfeits Interest revenue Miscellaneous revenues Total revenues Other financing sources - Operating transfers in Total revenues and other sources Expenditures: Current: General government Public safety Public works Parks, recreation, and cultural Water and sewer services Airport Boating Social welfare services Capital Outlay Debt service Total expenditures Other financing uses - Operating transfers out Total expenditures and other uses General 5,363,764 70,053 527,O83 1,280,915 56,490 315,869 923,343 8,537,517 95,876 ...... 8,633,393 1,330,143 3,437,169 1,595,904 1,363,247 7,726,463 823,834, 8,550,29,7, Excess of revenues and other sources over (under) expenditures and other uses Fund balances- July 1 Cumulative effect of a change in Accounting Principle on beginning fund balance Residual equity transfers in (out) Fund balances (deficit)- June 30 See Accompanying Notes to Financial Statements 83,096 7,717,207 413,498 , (11,167) 8,202,6,34" Water and Sewer 1,281,138 41,907 38,766 1,361,811 1,361,811 1,291,503 ., 1,291,503 955,000 2,246,503 (884,692) 1,176,949 37,624 329,881, Exhibit A-2 Page 1 of 2 DRAFT Exhibit A-2 Page 2 of 2 Airport Land 9,006 91,011 . 547,661 340,148 987,826 27,559 1,015,385 Airport Land Sales 27,152 71,306 98,458 98,458 Other Governmer~tal 1,050,714 104,870 .. 18,718 248,189 1,422,491 1,807,711 3,230,202 Total June 30. 2003 5,363,764 70,053 1,586,803 2,757,934 56,490 951,307 1,621,752 12,408,103 1,931,146 14,339,249 1,358,227 . 1,358,227 29,844 1,388,071 26,592 26,592 127,725 451,317 1,062,516 180,020 1,821,578 25,930 1,847,5O8 1,330,143 3,437,169 1,595,904 1,363,247 1,291,5O3 1,358,227 127,725 451,317 1,062,516 180,020 12,197,771 1,861,2O0 14,058,971 (372,686) 6,784,055 71,866 11 ,O95,976 1,382,694 2,803,217 280,278 29,577,4O4 11,442 $ 6,422,81~1 11,167,842 19,228 11,167 ,$, 4,216,306 481,792 $ 30,339,474. CITY OF KENAi, ALASKA STATEMENT OF NET ASSETS PROPRIETARY FUNDS JUNE 30, 2003 ASSETS Current assets: Equity in central treasury Accounts receivable Total current assets Property and equipment in service, at cost: Land Buildings Equipment Improvements other than buildings Total property and equipment in service Less accumulated depreciation Net property and equipment in service Total assets Airport Terminal $ 2,157,077 28,265 2,185,342 6,O43 3,394,157 215,504 677,376 4,293,080 (2,544,769) 1,748,311 $ 3,933,653 Congregate Housino $ 532,812 . 532,812 274,500 4,915,806 . 5,190,306 (1,351,608) 3,838,698 $ 4,371,510 LIABILITIES Current liabilities: Accounts payable Other liabilities Deferred revenues Total current liabilities NET ASSETS Investment in Capital Assets Restricted for repair and replacement Unrestricted Total Net Assets 29,449 6,003 4,385 39,837 1,748,311 - 2,145,505 3,893,816 11,235 21,577 - 32,812 3,838,698 500,000 . 4,338,698 June 30, 2003 Total 2,689,889 28,265 2,718,154 28O,543 8,309,963 215,504 677,376 9,483,386 (3,896,377) 5,587,009 $ 8,305,163 40,684 27,580 4 385 72,649 5,587,009 500,000 2,145,505 8,232,514 Exhibit F-1 Governmental Activities - Internal Service Fund $ 1,156,827 . 1,156,827 877,941 . 877,941 (117,834) 760,107 $ 1,916,934 760,107 . 1,156,827 1,916,934 Exhibit F-2 DRAFT CiTY OF KENAI, ALASKA STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND NET ASSETS PROPRIETARY FUNDS YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2003 Operating revenues: Rents and leases Commissions Vehicle parking fees Other revenue Total operating revenues Operating expenses: Personal services Supplies Utilities Repair and maintenance Insurance Depreciation Manager's fee Miscellaneous Expenses chargeable from other funds Total operating expenses Operating income (loss) Nonoperating Revenues Interest revenue Net income (loss) before operating transfer Operating transfer from (to) General Fund Change in Net Assets Net Assets, beginning, as restated Net Assets, ending Business-type activities - Enterprise Funds Airport c~ng'regate ~ Housino Total $ 75,308 $ 240,633 $ 315,941 140,345 - 140,345 67,814 - 67,814 1,551 337 1,888 Governmental Activities - Internal Service Fund '"Equipment Replacemerlt 40,104 285,018 240,970 525,988 40,104 52,710 16,753 69,463 11,795 4,816 16,611 63,235 47,532 110,767 187,667 58,712 246,379 8,300 9,900 18,200 100,498 125,299 225,797 - 18,000 18,000 38,026 1,652 39,678 41,200 15,000 56,200 503,431 297,664 801,095 (218,413) (56,694) (275,107) 40,104 . - . 40,104 66,602 18,164 84,766 37,124 (151,811) (38,530) (190,341) 37,124 (69:946) (69,946) (151,811) (108,476) (260,287) 37,124 4,045,627 4,447,174 8,492,801 1,879,810 $ 3,893,81~6 $. 4,338,698, $~, 8,232,5,1,4. $ 1,916,934 CITY OF KENA! 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ MEMORANDUM 1992 TO' Mayor and Council Members FROM' Carol L. Freas, Ci~Clerk, DATE: August 1, 2003 ELECTION INIDRMt TION As you are aware, the city/Borough General Election will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2003. Following are some dates to be kept in mind: August 1-15, 2003 -- Filing period. · August 15, 2003, 4:30 p.m. -- Deadline for submitting Candidate Information to the Borough Clerk for inclusion in the Borough's Voter Pamphlet and on the Borough Web Site). · August 16, 2003 -- Deadline for getting lists of candidates and propositions to the Borough. · September 22, 2003 -- Absentee balloting begins. · October 7, 2003 -- City/Borough election day (polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 8'00 p.m.). · October 14, 2003 -- City of Kenai Canvassing Board meets to count absentee, questioned, and personal needs ballots. Certification of Election clf KENAI RECREATION CENTER TEMPORARY MANAGEMENT PROPOSAL July 12, 2003 Prepared for: City of Kenai Administration Parks & Recreation Commission Kenai City Council Temporary Management Services provided by former Recreation Center employees. Page 1 Former employees included in this temporary proposal would be as follows' 1. Joanna L. Cole, Recreation Supervisor 2. Michelle McGlasson, Teen Center Supervisor 3. Kamilla Goggia, Desk-Attendant 4. Kelly Simpson, Desk-Attendant 5. Dawn Horstman, Desk-Attendant 6. Lea Hoagland, Desk-Attendant Page 2 The former Recreation Center employee's objective would be to assist the City of Kenai in management of the Kenai Recreation Center so the public may utilize it until matters are settled by the court. Our needs are as follows' We agree to be employed by the City of Kenai as temporary employees at our original wages at time of layoff, by positions held under this proposal, without benefits, for a maximum of thirty (30) days, at which time we would renegotiate to possibly extend our services. · We agree to operate on a condensed schedule. The Recreation Supervisor will be in charge of scheduling employee shifts. *See attached schedule. · We need to have monies allocated from the Recreation budget and paid at normal cycles to resume normal operation of the facility. (I.e., for wages, operational supplies and the usual operational costs for maintenance and utilities etc.). · We agree to operate under the direction of the Public Works Department Director during this temporary phase. It would not be necessary for the Director of Public Works to re-locate at the Kenai Recreation Center, but could check in daily with the Supervisors to address concerns and report Recreation Center activities. Purchase orders would be routed through the Public Works Department. The temporary management services provided by the former Recreation Center employees would give the City of Kenai the opportunity to keep the Recreation Center open for public use during the interim. It would be vital to have the Recreation Center open to the public as soon as possible to resume providing the services the community is accustomed to. This proposal offered by the former Recreation Center employees would be a simple solution to keeping the Recreation Center open. We are already experienced and trained to manage the facility. In addition, we have previously been entrusted by the community to provide these services with success. Pa~e3 *Schedule Attachment Kenai Recreation and Teen Center Schedule Sunday Rec. Center Closed Rec. Center Closed (After August 18) Teen Center Closed Monday 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Michelle 7-11 Dawn 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Michelle Closed Tuesday 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Kamilla 8-11 Lea 8-4 Joanna 4-11 Dawn 9-11 Kelly 2-10 Michelle Wednesday 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Kamilla 7-11 Kelly 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Kelly 8-11 Lea 2-10 Michelle Thursday 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Kamilla 8-11 Lea 8-4 Joanna 4-11 Dawn 9-11 Kelly 2-10 Michelle Friday 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Dawn 7-11 Kelly 8-4 Joanna 3-11 Kelly 8-11 Lea 2-10 Michelle Saturday 3-11 Dawn 3-11 Dawn 7-11 Kelly · The Recreation Center downstairs would be open Monday-Friday 8a.m.-!0p.m. and Saturday 3p.m.- 10p.m. · Kamilla Goggia is currently working for the Parks Department outside and could continue working outside on Mondays and Fridays. She is only available to work until August 18th, 2003 and would be providing us the maximum coverage needed in the schedule temporarily. · The Teen Center upstairs would be open Tuesday-Friday 3:30p.m.-10p.m. and Saturday 7p.m.- 11 p.m.. INFORMATION ITEMS KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 6, 2003 lo City of Kenai, 2003 Land Foreclosure Sale Booklet. , 7 / 25 / 03 Public Works Department, Project Status Report. o 7/03 Kenai Municipal Airport, 2003 Monthly Enplanements and Float Plane Basin Activity Reports. o Dip Net Parking and L-Ramp Revenue, 2003. o 8/03 Soldoma Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Connection. City o f Kenai 2003 Land Foreclosure Sale September 23, 2003 ~ 2'00 p.m. Table of Contents General Information ................................ , ....................................................... 1 Procedures ............................. , ................................................................... 2 - 3 Property Information ....................................................................................... 4 Bid Form .......................................................................................................... 5 Index of Sale Parcels ...................................................................................... 6 Vicinity Maps of Sale Parcels ................................................................. 7 - 13 City of Kenai 2003 Land Foreclosure Sale September 23, 2003 ~ 2'00 p.m. General Information On September 23, 2003, at 2:00 p.m. the City of Kenai will be conducting a sale of land that has been acquired through property tax and special assessment foreclosures. Sealed bids will be opened in the City Council Chambers in the City Hall building at 210 Fidalgo Avenue in Kenai. The minimum bid price is shown on the Index of Sale Parcels that is included in this brochure. Property is to be sold subject to any and all restrictions, easements, or reservations of record, zoning ordinances, and any and all plat requirements and covenants. All prospective bidders are urged to examine parcels prior to the sale. Parcels are available for public inspection and have "For Sale" signs posted on them. No subsurface interest will be conveyed to the buyer. Prospective buyers are also advised that the City reserves the right to withdraw the parcel scheduled for sale, either before or after the bid opening. Conveyance will be by quitclaim deed. The buyer will take the property with no amounts due for City special assessments or for City or Borough property taxes for 2003 or prior years. Questions concerning the sale should be directed to Kim Howard at 283-7535 Ext. 223 at City Hall. City of Kenai 2003 Land Foreclosure Sale September 23, 2003 ~ 2'00 p.m. Procedures Bids must be submitted in writing on the bid form included in this bid package. Bidders may copy the blank form for the purpose of bidding on several parcels. All bid forms must be signed and completely filled out. Bidders must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the date of the bid opening. Any irregularities on the bid form, such as incomplete information, insufficient or inconsistent identification of the property, or lack 'of signature, may invalidate the bid. All bid forms must be sealed With the required bid deposit(s) in envelopes addressed as follows' (Name of individual or organization submitting offer) City of Kenai, Alaska 2003 Land Foreclosure Sale 210 Fidalgo Avenue Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 Bid envelopes must be received prior to the public bid opening to be held at 2'00 p.m. on September 23, 2003 at City Hall at the above address. Hand delivery to Kim Howard in City Hall is recommended. Once received by the City, a bid may not be withdrawn. However, a bidder is not prohibited from making more than one bid. Drawing the name of one of the tie bidders from a hat will break ties. The bidder whose name is drawn shall be deemed to have bid an additional $1.00 in breaking the tie. A $500 bid deposit in the form of a cashier's check or money order must be included with each bid form. A bid envelope may contain multiple bid forms. The minimum bid price is shown on the Index of Sale Parcels that is included in this brochure. The City may extend credit for sales over $10,000. The City will accept a note, secured by a deed of trust. The terms will be 15% down payment and annual interest of the current (as of the date of closing) discount rate for the 12th Federal Reserve District in San Francisco, plus 5% on the balance. (At time of publication the interest rate is 7%.) The length of the note is to be ten years, with monthly payments, and the fight of early payoff. The terms of the sale are cash or credit. If a cash sale, payment will be by cash, cashier's check, or money order within 14 (fourteen) days of the bid opening. In the event that full payment is not received from the highest bidder within 14 (fourteen) days of the bid opening, the bid deposit will be forfeited and the successful bidder will lose all fight to the property. In this case, the property will be offered to the second highest bidder, who must perform at his or her bid amount within 14 (fourteen) days, or the bid deposit will be forfeited. This process will continue until the land is sold or there are no more bidders. All recording fees, collection fees (set-up and annual), and closing fees will be paid by the buyer. Bid deposits of unsuccessful bidders will be retumed by City check within sixty (60) days of the bid opening. This extra time allows the City to offer property to the next highest bidder(s) if the highest bidder fails to perform within the designated time. The bid deposits, less fees, of successful bidders who perform within the designated time will be applied to the sale price. The City of Kenai will not disclose bidding information, such as what bids have been received from whom or for which lots bids were received (if this information is known), until after the bid opening. Questions concerning the sale procedures should be directed to Kim Howard at 283-7535 Ext. 223 at City Hall. Property Information The City of Kenai will pay or satisfy all City special assessments (including deferred assessments) from the proceeds of the sale. In addition, the City of Kenai will pay or satisfy all City and Kenai Peninsula Borough property taxes or City special assessments. The buyer will be responsible for 2004 property taxes. All property is to be sold "as is" and subject to any and all restrictions, easements, or reservations of record, zoning ordinances, and any and all plat requirements and covenants. The City does not warrant that the parcels are suited for any particular use whatsoever. There may be major geophysical hazards, access problems, prior use commitments or easements, difficult soils or wetlands, or other problems that might make any of these parcels difficult or impossible to use. Because of these possible problems all prospective bidders are urged to examine carefully.any parcels they are interested in prior to the sale. Prospective buyers are advised that the City does not warrant its fight, title, or interest in any of the properties. Conveyance will be made by quitclaim deed. No subsurface interest will be conveyed to the buyer. Prospective buyers are also advised that the City reserves the fight to withdraw any or all of the parcels scheduled for sale, either before or aRer the bid opening. Pursuant to law, any or all of the properties scheduled for sale may be repurchased by the former record owners(s), or their assigns, at any time before the sale. The sale of foreclosed lands is governed by Alaska statutes and the Kenai Municipal Code. This bid package creates no fights for purchasers or obligations on the part of the City. In the event of a discrepancy between information contained in this bid package and the statutes and ordinances, the provisions of the statutes and ordinances will control. Vicinity maps are included in this bid package. Parcel maps with more detail are available for public viewing at Kenai City Hall. The City does not make any representation as to the availability of, nor cost of, extending utilities. Bidders are urged to check with utility companies as to utility locations. City of Kenai 2003 Land Foreclosure Sale September 23, 2003 ~ 2'00 p.m. BID FORM Bidder's Name' Address' (Please print or type) City, State and Zip: Phone: This bid is on the following property: Map Letter (found in bid package) Parcel Number Total bid amount in numerals' $ Total bid amount in writing' My $500 good faith deposit, in the form of a cashier's check or money order, is included with this bid. I acknowledge the terms and conditions of the land sale as set out in this bid package. Signature Date Llil X Z 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 O0 ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 O0 ~ ~ 0 ~ 0 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 0 ~ ~ ~ 0 ~ O0 ~ ~~oooooooooooooooooooooooo~d~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 ~ · = o d ~ 6 d d d d d ~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0J - . o~W~EEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEE~~*~J ~mo o ~~~EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE O ~ O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O ~ ~ ~ 88888o8888888r5 ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 0 ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 ~ 0 0 0 0 ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 ~ O~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~ 0 ~ 0 0 0 ~ 0 ~ ~ 0 0 0 0 ~ 0 0 ~ 0 0 ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ~0 0 0 MAP A.- MOMMSE~N'S FOREC'LOSU:RE: LOTS POR. TR. 4 039 1 03910112 03910110 0391011 03910109 VE 38 5 37 6 35 ~ ~ ,,~ 9 ~ F~ORIDA AVE TR. A TEXAS 4 VE ,S,'UR DR (1) ~"~ P. EDOUBT AVE Mommsen SID MAP B- INLET WOODS FORECL, OS, UR~E. LOT' FUTURE PHASE WINDHAVEN ESTATES PHASE 1 FUTURE PHASE BACKWOOD AVE 04101 WINDHAVEN ESTATES PHASE 2 MIRANDA CT REbOUBT AVE R U TH ~O R D - ""'~*' ~ ^~'~' ~~ '~]'~T' ~ TR. 1 NA TP~ 2 TR. 3 PARSON'S HMSTD. NO. 2 TR. 2 WOODS1 DE AVE TR. 16A TR. 16 KILLEN~ATES ADDITION NO. 1 TR. 18 TR. 31 TR. 32 TR. 33 TR. 34 © LLI Z 25 i 21 2~ LARCH ,~. InletWoods S/D MAP C-- R. USSEL FORECLOSUR. E LO~TS 0430302 EL SEARS M NA NTARY SCHOOL 26 BRC B~N ~IRO A Vt_- 5F ~ i WN 66 67 68 SEAMAN D I J_J _ ~ c~- ~ - ~ |NORTH1/2 i .zO. 4~~~i ~OV'T. LOT31 I /4~ RHO 2 THIRD AVE i~.. REPLAT ~ 4A FOREST T3~~TER 2cE Russel $/D lO MAP D~ -FORECLOSURE ON go~,~. LO~T 128 T ;E 72 1 KN ~3-7 111 112 ~ 1-A FIRST AVE GOV'T. LOT 162 73 92 113 132 74 91 114 GOV'T. LOT 131 GOV'T. LOT 43 GOV'T. LOT 60 GOV'T. LOT 66 GOV'T. LOT 83 GOV'T. LOT 90 GOV'T. LOT 105 GOV'T. LOT ~ 42 GOV'T. LOTI V'T~ 41 l GO L GOVT. LOT GOV'T. LOT GOV'T. LOT 63GOV'T. LOT 6; 65 64 GOV'T. LOT 84 GOV'T. LOT 85 GOV'T. LOT GOV'T. LOT GOV'T. LOT 87 GOV'T. LOT 86 89 88 GOV'T. LOT 106 GOV'T. LOT 107 'HIRD AVE 90 88 ~-- 04317003 '170 GOV'T. LOT 32 Gov~; LOT A 85 ~ 2O SECOND Govt. Lot 128 11 MAP £ -REDOUBT TERRACE FORECLOSURE LOT DO 29 11A ADD NO. 5 45 18 16 16 1501 5) 12o~ 13 Gl G( GC. Redoubt Terrace SID 12 MAP F -SPRUCEWOOD GLEN FORECLOSURE LOTS 3B F1A TR. D-2 TR. D-1 UCE GLEN 7 04705205 TR. D-3 0470521 TR. D TR. C SPRUCEWOOD GLEN TR. E 11 12 23 ~ Sprucewood Glen SID 13 Project status Report A/NC/F/ CltyContaet PrejeetName STiI A JL Airport Security Fencing A=Active NC=Non-Construction F=Future STIP=State Trans. Imp Status Met with engineers. KK - Keith Kornelis JL- Jack La Shot RS - Robert Springer MK - Madlyn Kebschuli Jet- Jan Taylor A KK Basin View LID Project awarded to North Star Paving. Construction started. Having some utility problems. Culverts in. Hauling leveling course. A KK Bridge Access W & S Feasibility Study Wince-CorthelI-Bryson has just about completed this project. We increased the scope to include preliminary design work. The project cost (including the increase)is split DEC/EDA. Extending contract to October 31, 2003. WCB is evaluating different mutes. A JL/RS City Hall HVAC A MK Comprehensive Plan Documents complete. Public headng on June 25. Commission recommended approval to Council. Introduction at 8/6 Council Meeting with public hearing on 8/20. A JL Contaminated Soils- Shop Work plan to be submitted. Received ranking for loan fund - could be funded if City chooses to. A JL Daubenspeck Environmental Site Assessment Final report has been received. UST removal report received and submitted to ADEC. JL FAA Site FAA has submitted final reports to ADEC. Response will be included in Final Environmental audit. Land transfer is then possible. A JL Kenai AP ARFF/SRE Facility Working on project closeout. Warranty inspections complete. Installing breathing air compressor. Friday, July 25, 2003 Page I of 3 A/NC/F/ S~ A KK City Contaot Project Name Kenai Coastal Trail Status ii i Corps has received funding for planning and answering permitting questions on this project. ADF&G Working in river. Rec'd status report 7/14/03 from Corps. A JL Library Improvements Schematics complete - awaiting further direction. A JL Maintenance Shop Preliminary plans and specifications complete. Grant funds to lapse in '04. Will see if grant can be amended to do environmental. A KK McCollum & Aliak LID This LID project has been approved by Council. State Muni-Matching Grants Program has been deleted. Project on hold until changes made or funding found. A JL Multi-Purpose Facility Refrigeration Venting estimated at approximately $30,000. A KK Pillars LID - Chinook Drive and Sockeye Circle Topsoil and seeding is done. Project has been completed. A few items are on punch list. GCi damaged seeding - no excavation permit. A JL Runway Extension Environmental Assessment Public meeting held July 8. Will meet w/FAA on August 1. A KK Schooner Circle LID Project awarded to Alaska Roadbuilders. Paving completed. Topsoil and seeding needs to be done. a KK Title 17 Review and W & S Regulations Working with Larry...Completed revisions to W & S regulations. Adding a grease prevention regulation. A KK Toyon Way LID Project awarded to Alaska Roadbuilders. Construction started. Road grade ready for curb & gutter.., underground electrical for street lights in. A JL Underground Storage Tank- Airport Extra soils removed and stockpiled. Report to ADEC finished and submitted. May spread soils on airport. Friday, July 25, 2003 Page 2 of 3 A/NC/F/ 8111 A KK city contact Project Name Wastewater Facility Master Plan status Awarded project to CH2M Hill. Have 95% draft report to review extending project to October 31, 2003. A KK WH4 Looking at new sites for well. Looking west of Beaver Loop Road at a site near sewer interceptor line... F~eceived ClRI (Subsurface rights)letter of non-objection that DNR needed. Sent in five permit applications just to drill exploratory well. Waiting on reply and go ahead to drill on State land. STIP KK DOT- Bridge Access Pathway Pathway along Bridge Access Road from K-Beach to Spur 3.3 miles...Design FFY 02 & 03, ROW 04, Utilities 06, & Construction 06 with total cost $4 million. STIP KK DOT - Kenai River Flats Interpretive Site This is the rest stop and Birch Island Faciitiy near the Warren Ames Bridge. Design 04, Utilities 06, Construction 06. Total $1.9 million. STIP KK DOT- Kenai Spur Unity Trail Pathway Pedestrian/bike pathway along Kenai Spur from MP 2.8 to 8.2. A status report has been requested from DOT. We have not received a reply back from DOT. Friday, July 25, 2003 Page 3 of 3 nal Municipal Airport 2003 Monthly Enplanements 0 i~Seriesl t 9,445 Era 1998-2002 .. Month 2003 2002 5 yr. Average Jan 6,454 7,829 - 1,375 8,055 Feb 5,602 7,046 -1,444 7,302 .... Mar 5,280 7,371 -2,091 8,154 Apr 5,375 6,902 - 1,527 7,032 May 5,848 6,880 -1,032 7,702 Jun 5,988 6,740 -752 8,815 . Jul 9,445 9,979 -534 11,962 . Aucj 10,432 ... Sep 7,697 ... Oct 7,701 . Nov 7,407 Dec 7,457 Totals 43,992 52,747 -8,755 FLOAT PLANE BASIN ACTIVITY - 2003 Municipal Airport / i / / i / i / / / / anai~ mmalmm / / / / / tatum / OPERATIONS j JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER 'OCTOBER !NOVEMBER , I TOTAL TO DATE ......... ..' ......... - ........ AUTOMATED FUEL FACILITY Month i Gallons ~Total Sale , MAY i 308 :, $834.68 JUNE ! 513! $1,390.52 iJULY !AUGUST · SEPTEMBER OCTOBER ~TOTAL I SLIPS LEASED !PRIVATE iCOMMERCiAI'' 0t Rev 8/3/99 LU Z ! i-- Ill Z CI ~ZO ~~ ~ ~ o~ ~~ ~ gg~ooooo~ooooooooooo ~~~ ooooo~ooooooooooo o~ ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ~ ' , ! , ! , , ! A ugusl- 2003 Volume lb ............. T. ssue 8 Visit us ~t' www.5oidotnoChornber.com Emaii us ~t' info~5oldotnoeharnber.com MARKYOUR CALENDAR Sterling Community l~y .......... ~ 2 Kenoi N~tionoi Wildlife Refuge Centennial Celebration ............. ~ 2 16th A..u~i 10 K KP Run for Women .......................... t[ill[ 9 Niniichik Fair ...................... ~ 1~-17 Industry Appreciation Day Celebration ....................... ~ 23 A letter from our New Director What an exciting and jubilant the development of the Sister City Program. This not time to join the Greater Soldotna only brought additional guests to the community, but also Chamber of Commerce! With l-hcilitatedintemational commerce. We were quite pleased Pro~ess Days behind us. we will with the outcome of the program and before I left we had shift our fbcus to the next event- six international and three American Sister Cities. The the 9t~ Annual Pie Auction. For- end result was a greater pool of guests that contributed to tunately, our staff is exceptional the visitor experience and business sales soared. and their professional and cour- Additionally, I worked with the International Resort teous contributions enhance our Conference organization, which scheduled major conven- Chamber making a superb avenue tions that featured expert speakers in their field, whether Keren Kelley , for marketing your business, it was the tourism industry, planning industry or hotel Executive Director With little over two months and restaurant associations. Bringing training to the city of residing on the Peninsula, my experience with the area and reduced many business' travel and training butigets has been overwhelmingly pleasant. My husband and two significantly. sons moved here from Dillingham and we have been treated I 'look fbrward to marketing your businesseS in Our as if we have lived here a lifetime. We thank everyone who community and ensuring that our Chamber of Comr,.erce has contributed to this warm welcome. Our city. is quite contributes to their fullest extent in your prosperity, exceptional and the beauty and services are remarkable, growth and development of new and returning patrons. //Ch er~ We truly have a community of dedicated residents that I invite you to stop by the office, I would like to meet eck out the following fly__\\ any city would be proud to boast. This of course makes you. Again to the many of whom I have alreadv had the Il inserts in this newsletter' [ .. · }} the Chamber's job that much easiert pleasure of meeting, thanks fbr your supportive recep- J !' Awarcls Banquet Nomination ! I I bring to the Chamber, over 20 years of experience tion. CPGH with rnunicipal and private business management. One of [ my greatest accomplishments from Aspen Colorado was Executive Director 'l ',I · Gwaltney&AssociateSHeaithy Changes lJ AnotherFantasticProgress Days I ' Industry Appreciation ! Nomination 1[ On behalf of the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce ~,x~%~OT/I~/~ Kenai Peninsula Racing Lions and Wendy Hudson I ' KPTMC /J Board of Directors and Staff, we wish to thank .%%~..~.~ ..... ,-.~,~?¢~ for their support during the car show; Great Bear [ · Kenai Peninsula Orchestra ~1 everyone who contributed time, money and ~ ~~' ~ Ford, Kenai Chrysler Center, Glacier Pontiac, creativity to help make this another success- ~--~'~ ~ ~ Buick, GMC and Hutchings Chevrolet for pro- ~_~The NEW Fitness Place ~ ful Progress Days Event. We appreciate ev- ~ viding cars for the many dignitaries who turned eryone who entered the parade, who live and_\ ~.~, - - - ] out to help celebrate Soldotna's Progress; the work along the parade route and all who came .~1~,, '~ $oldotna Senior Center for their support and the to see it. ~ use of their parking lot and electricity; The United We would also like to recognize Unocal Oil & States Government, Elmendorf Airforce Base and Gas for another year of sponsorship; AlaskaUSA The Airforce Band of the Pacific for providing for join them this year in sponsoring the event; Tesoro for the use of their tent, the Peninsula Clarion and local radio stations for their outstanding Progress Days coverage; the VFW Post 10046 for providing' Color Guard and the setting up and taking down of the reviewing stand which was provided by Lynden Transport; to Barbara Ruckman, head of the Judges Committee and the Judges (they really had their work cut out for them), Sammie Cole. Wendy Meloon, Ed Beddow, Pete Sprague, Dick Ruckman, Gary Davis, and Peter Micciche; Master of Ceremonies, Merrill Sikorski; Kay Lytle for starting the events by singing the National Anthem; the City of Soldotna and the Soldotna Police Department for all their help and support: Central Emergency Services for the great line-up of vehicles: the "Top Cover"; the parade line-up crew; Ken Lancaster, Rebecca and Tommy Hansen, Nita Fena, John and Marge Torgerson, Mayor David Carey, Mike Sweeney and Charlie Weimer; Coca-Cola for the road banners; the Young Ma- rinds for helping with the entire event; the Kenai Penin- sula Borough for the use of their parking lot and electric- ity; Chief Shirley Gifford as our Grand Marshal and Ed and Lila Krohn as our King & Queen. And last but not least, thanks to all of the vendors who spent hours setting up your booths, opening for busi- ness, and welcoming the crowds after the parade. We applaud your efforts and are continuously working on making each year bigger and better. It was truly a grand event celebrating Soldotna's 42nd Annual Progress Days! oard of Directors President 5arbara Eison Wells Fargo 262-4435 President Elect Tim Pope Natron Air 262-8440 Vice President Dena Cunningnam McDonalds 262-2221 Secretary/Treasurer Mike Frost 1st National Bank Alaska 260-6023 Dan Mortenson Four D Carpet One 262-9181 Paul Gray Exploring Alaska w/Paul Gray 262-9008 Norm Blakeley Alaska Trading and Loan 262-6100 Sammie Cole Southcentral Title Agency 262-4494 Theresa Colton ACS Wireless 260-8657 Jim Golden A~asi~a Spor[s Van 262-7491 Kurt Olson Individual 260-4822 Jim Stogsdill City Council Seat 262-5622 Ken Lancaster Lancaster Enterprises 262-4591 Soidotna Chamber of Commerce Phone 262.9814 Fax 262-3566 Executive Director Keren Kelly Visitor Center Coordinator Shanon Hamrick Member Service Manager Erica Williamson Bookkeeper Nita Fena River City Pull Tabs 260.6100 Rebecca Hanson Sarah Sharer Alaskas SOLDOTNA a river cit . AND THE WINNERS ARE... 2¢ s GRAND OVERALL 1. Alaska Highlanders COMMERCIAL FLOAT 1. Alaska Bolt & Chain 2. Nichoison's Assisted Living COMMERCIAL ENTRY 1. Mort Enterprises 2. Four D Carpet One ORGANIZATIONAL FLOAT 1. Alaska Hospitality Lodge 2. Apostolic Assembly of Jesus Christ ORGANIZATIONAL ENTRY 1. Peninsula Dog Obedience Group 2. Central Emergency Services YOUTH MARCHING GROUP 1. Soldotna High School Cheerleaders 2. Peninsula Martial Arts CONGRATULATIONS! Bob Favretto 0fK enai C rvsler C enter Selected as one of Alaska's Top 25 Most Influential Business Leaders for 2003 by the Alaska Journal of Commerce. NEW MEMBER FOR JULY Alaska Sportfishing Adventures Dencii Marr, Jr. 35555 Spur Highway #120, Soldotna (907) 252-2204 Fishing Charters T-~a~ ~o~ ~:o al.t. o~ o~r 651 ~8~108rs[ CAR ENTRY 1. D.G. Smith Builders 2. Johnson's Farm ADULT ENTRY-OTHER 1. Weenies on Parade 2. Ken Meacham/Shari Meacham 1929 Studabaker Dictator CHILD ENTRY-OTHER 1. Kenai Peninsula Soccer Club 2. Soldotna Co-Operative Preschool HORSE-GROUP ENTRY 1. Soldotna Equestrian Association TV SilOW PROMOTI $ ' 3RD ANNUAL ' ! ! PEOPLE'S CHOICE ,~,~,, ~... AWA R D S~.~- CLASSIC CAR: ~i i~'iE').. Bill ....... Banta;.1936 Chevy Pick Up;....:. .... ' Ge°i~ge:~,,D erkeV°miaa;~,,~i~9' Fo rd Mustang .,. .......................... . STOCK CAR: Chet !Soares, Late Model-'99 Monte'Carlo DRAG RACER: Way:ne Griebei, 1956 CIievy, BEST OF SHOW: George Derkevorkian, 1996 Ford Mustang SPRINT CAR:--.-.--Frank~.;:Soares, NON-CAR: Sarah Herrin, 2003 S uzu ki R M.. 125!!!?:..:i..:{::77.].i]:':::i:?:~!::: The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce Staff and Board would like to say thank you to The Kenai Peninsula Racing Lions, Drag Racing Division, and Wendy Hudson' Kenai Penin- sula Hadey Davidson and Buell; Pen- insula Classic Auto Club, and Unocal Oil & Gas for Sponsorship. $OLDOTNA The Soldotna Chamber contracted with EXPLORING ALASKA TV to communicate the attributes of Soldotna to Alaska's largest TV market. EXPLORING ALASKA TV is broadcast state-wide on ABC, Sundays at 3:30pm and re-airing on Saturdays at 4am. Since its inception in 1997 the show has been guiding Alaskans down the highway, Soldotna being a fre- quent feature. As a primary advertiser of the show, Soldotna Chamber re- ceives the following: ' Ten (10) 25 second Soldotna commercials per week (with a 5 second tag to watch the show). These commercials can be changed seasonally. · One (1) show per month higi~- lighting Soldotna. · Two (2) additional Soldotna commercials will run during the sho.w each week.-2 shows r- week, (4 additional commerci fbr a total 14 Soldotna commer- cials per week equaling a total of 56 Soldotna commercials per month. We believe the combination of being featured in the show, and the commercials aired will be of great value to the Soldotna Chamber members during this coming season, and next year. INDUSTRY APPRECIATION DAY Au st 24, 2002 - Noon-4:OOpm · Free Food, Music & Fun!!! The Industry Appreciation Celebration was es- tablished several years ago to acknowledge and thank Industry for the contributions they make to our lives. This year we are acknowledging Tourism. Oil & Gas and Commercial Fishing Industries. In order to make the 2003 Industry Appreciation Celebration a success, the Industry Appreciation Awards Committee asks for your assistance. Please submit your nominations for the following categories by August 8, 2003: Outstanding Business or Organization in Tour- ism - A tourism business or organization that has made a significant impact to the development of tourism on the Peninsula. Outstanding Tourism Support Business - A busi- ness that has shown substantial support to the tour- ism industry. Outstanding Individual in Tourism - A person in- volved in the tourism industry that has made a significant impact to the in- dustry.-- ,.1 Please fill out the an- ' closed nomination form and mail or fax to Shanon Hamrick, Soldotna Chamber Commerce 44790 Sterling Hwy., *,.~ ___ J Soldotna, AK 996690; Fax: (907) 262- 3566. ' ~-'~5 '. Thank you for your nominations. With your help, this Industry Appre-~ ciation Celebration will be the best ever! -2' ~~e' "~ ~"']' .............. 7"-'U"'R .......... LO .... C~'"["'""R"o" :,~,T..E...R~ : ~~ and Ecooomic Oeveloome~t e ~e]eases w~ 10 a I~ko to thank last month alone In a~dmon Kaladi Brothers Coffee Co. for Kaladi Bros. also never hesi- supplying the Soidotna Visitors Center and Chamber of Com- merce with FREE fresh ground coffee. They help our visitors feel warm and welcome all day long, all year long. We have gone through over 7 pounds of coffee in the visitor center in the tates to donate coffee and cups for all of our events. Their generosity and community spirit are a great example of what makes Soldotna lit such a wonderful place to visit and .~.~ ,,'-~r~. live. Thanks Again! The Soldotna Chamber ~ port she provided for of Commerce would like to ~l~~;::i~i~:i:i~:~! our events, and her ex- express their appreciation ~.~ emplary service to the to Police Chief Shirley ~,~ city of Soldotna and it's Gifford for her dedication ~, i-.~ residents. serving as Chief of Police for %~'~.~' We wish Shirley the the City of Soldotna from August V best of luck, she will be 1, 1997 to August 1, 2003. Shirley was instrumental in de- v,=,loping a wonderful working re- ship between the Chamber a,,d the Soidotna police depart- ment. We are grateful for the sup- missed! A retirement celebration in Shirley's honor will be held Fri- day, August I, 2003 at noon at the Soldotna Sports Center. The cost is $11.00 per person. w - ......... ! Center Alaska C:}mmt.~nications ,Systems ACS - Alaska Communica- tions Systems has moved to 151 Warehouse Dr. in Soldotna, The new location is behind Wells Fargo and fea- tures a larger wireless show- room and plenty of great parking, Customers can drop off payments in the conve- niently located drop box out- side the building or come in- side if a receipt is needed. Please stop by and see the new store. You won't believe what they have done to the "due warehouse'. _..rd you know ACS Wireless now offers Satellite service? Call 262-3500 for details or visit their store. Great information- very helpEUl! Love this placer A~Jesome.~ Very HelpFUI-ThanKs~ ... BeautiFUl~ Great gelp in center~ WonderCul Helpf These are just a few of the comments written in our guest book in the Visi- tor Center this summer. Our staff is doing a fan- tastic job in the visitor cen- ter this year! We're near the end of the Summer rush and everyone is still smiling! If you haven't met Susan, Patricia or Lisa yet, come on by and say hello. They're terrific! As part of the agency's ongo- lng Alaska Visitor Statistics Pro- gram (AVSP), the Alaska Depart- ment of Community and Eco- nomic Development (DCED) has released visitor statistics for the Fall/Winter 2001-02 and Summer 2002 visitor seasons. Based on data gathered in 2000-2001, the Visitor Arrival Reports (or Sec- ondary Arrival Reports) estimate the number of visitor arrivals to the State of Alaska, by mode of arrival and by trip purpose. The reports are on the Alaska Tour- ism office web site at www.dced.state.ak.us/cbd/ toubus/home.htm. Research form the Fall/Winter 2001-02 report reveals that 253,000 visitors came to Alaska during the Fall/Winter 2001-02 season, an overall decrease one percent (1%) over the previous year. Of the 745,1000 total ar- rivals (residents and visitors combined), approximately 34% were visitors and nearly 92% arrived by domestic air carriers. Results form the Summer 2002 report show that 1.27 million visitors came to Alaska during the summer of 2002, representing an increase of approximately six percent (6%) or an additional 73,400 visitors over the previous year. The 14% increase (71,000)in visitors who arrived by cruise ship accounts for almost all of this increase. In summer 2002, more visitors arrived by cruise ship than by domestic air, 46 percent and 45 percent, respectively. KENAIPENINSULA COLLEGE [~-- :: UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA ANCHORAGE COOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM In a "crunch" with a need for extra help? Need skilled tempo- rary workers'? Contact the Ca- reer Center at Kenai Peninsula College and inquire about the Cooperative Internship Program. The Cooperative Internship Pro- gram is a unique form of educa- tion that integrates classroom study with a planned supervised work experience in government or private sectors. Internships provide students with opportu- nities to acquire practical skills and work experience by partici- pating in the real world of work in their field of study. Ihe Coop- erative Internship Program gives employers the opportunity to sample the talent being created at KPC. The Career Center can match skilled students with em- ployers needing skilled workers. A few of the available skill ar- eas are: · Computer Art & Design · Electronics/Computers/ Control Systems ° Computer Aided Drafting ° Workplace Information Technology · Computer & Network Technology °' Computer programming · Photography · Technical Writing · Business & Accounting ° Process Technology · Welding · Mechanical Technology Employers can post internship opportunities and screen appli- cants online through the KPC Ca- reer Center. For more information contact Krista Timlin, Career Cen- ter Coordinator at 262-0337 or inkl t @ uaa. alas ka. edu '3' Soldotna Chamber of Commerce 44790 Sterling Hwy. Soldotna, AK 99669 City of Kenai Mayor John Williams 210 Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, AK 99611 RECEIVE~ ' ...,UL , ,i~:.'~ i KEiX!A! CITY CLERK PRSRT STD U. $. POSTAGE PAID SOLDOTNA, AK PERMIT NO. 5 "To provide enhanced success of our membership and serve as a driver in developing 5oldotna's future." The $oldotna Chamber Connection is a monthly publication of the 5oldotna Cham- ber of Commerce. This publication is sent to members and associated organizations. Call Us! Fax Us! Email Us~ There are ~nany ways to submit story ideas (or stories themselves)' 262-9814 44790 Sterling Hwy. Soldotna? AK 99669 262-3566 info@soldotnachamber, com REACH AN AUDIENCE RIGHT IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD BATES: Business Card Size ................................................ $ 2 0 Full page Insert-One a year is FREE .................. $ ~" All rates are for one camera-ready advertisement for one issue of the Chart,.. Connection. All ads must be recieved no later than the 15th of the month preced- ing publication. 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