HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-06-17 Council MinutesKENAI CITY COUNCIL — REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 17, 2020 — 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
MAYOR BRIAN GABRIEL, PRESIDING
MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held virtually on June 17, 2020, in City Hall Council
Chambers, Kenai, AK. Mayor Gabriel called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Gabriel led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Brian Gabriel, Mayor
Henry Knackstedt
Jim Glendening
Glenese Pettey
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
Paul Ostrander, City Manager
Scott Bloom, City Attorney
Jamie Heinz, City Clerk
3. Agenda Approval
Robert Molloy
Tim Navarre
Robert Peterkin
Mayor Gabriel noted the following revisions to the agenda and packet:
Add to item DA. Ordinance No. 3133-2020
• Memo Requesting Postponement
Add to item D.12. Resolution No. 2020-45
• Public Comment
Add to item G.9. Ordinance No. 3141-2020
• Draft Agreement
Add item G.13. Action/Approval — Resolution No. 2020-22
• Memo Requesting to Amend Something Previously Adopted
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Add to item J.1. City Manager's Report
Library Report
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to approve the agenda with the requested additions to the agenda and packet
and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
4. Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve the consent agenda and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. Vice Mayor Molloy SECONDED the motion.
The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
*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.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS — None.
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS — None.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 3117-2020 -Appropriating Funds in the Airport Fund, Accepting a Grant
From the Federal Aviation Administration and Appropriating Funds in the Airport Equipment
Capital Project Fund for the Purchase of Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) — Loader with
Attachments. (Administration) [Clerk's Note: At the May 20 Meeting, this item was
Postponed to the June 17 Council Meeting. A Motion to Enact is On the Floor.]
• Substitute Ordinance No. 3117-2020- Accepting and Appropriating an Airport
Improvement Program Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration in the Airport
Equipment Capital Project Fund and Awarding a Contract for the Purchase of Snow Removal
Equipment (SRE) - Loader with Attachments.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to amend Ordinance No. 3117-2020 with Substitute Ordinance No. 3117-
2020 and Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED the motion.
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Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing again; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing
was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Gabriel, Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin, Navarre, Glendening
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Ordinance No. 3131-2020 - Amending the Official Kenai Zoning Map by Rezoning a Portion
of S1/2 SE1/4 SWIA Lying North of K -Beach Road Excluding VIP Country Estates
Subdivision Part 5 from Rural Residential (RR) to Limited Commercial (LC). (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3131-2020 and Vice Mayor Molloy
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The City Planner was thanked for the map comparison of zoning and land use tables information in packet
and the public comments; consistent with other zones in the area. City Planner clarified the intent of
property for use as business and residential.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin, Navarre, Glendening, Gabriel
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Ordinance No. 3132-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues And Appropriations by $454.84
in the General Fund — Police Department for Drug Investigation Overtime Expenditures.
(Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3132-2020 and Council Member
Glendening SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin, Navarre, Glendening, Gabriel
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
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4. Ordinance No. 3133-2020 - Authorizing a Budget Transfer in the Airport Terminal
Improvement Capital Project Fund and Appropriating FY2020 Budgeted Funds in the Airport
Master Plan Capital Project, Airport Snow Removal Equipment and Airport Operations Facility
Improvement Capital Project Funds for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Improvement to the Airport Operations Facility and Replacement of the Airport's Wide Area
Mower. (Administration)
• Substitute Ordinance No. 3133-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations in the Airport Special Revenue Fund, Authorizing a Budget Transfer in the
Airport Terminal Improvement Capital Project Fund and Appropriating FY2020 Budgeted
Funds in the Airport Master Plan Capital Project, Airport Snow Removal Equipment and
Airport Operations Facility Improvement Capital Project Funds for Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning (HVAC) Improvement to the Airport Operations Facility and Replacement of the
Airport's Wide Area Mower.
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3133-2020 and Council Member Knackstedt
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to amend Ordinance No. 3133-2020 with Substitute Ordinance No.
3133-2020 and Vice Mayor Molloy SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
MOTION TO POSTPONE:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to postpone Ordinance No. 3133-2020 to the July 15 Council
Meeting and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT; Vice Mayor Molloy SECONDED the motion.
Administration noted support of the postponement to the second Council meeting in July.
VOTE ON POSTPONEMENT: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
5. Ordinance No. 3134-2020 - Appropriating Funds in the Water & Sewer Improvement and
Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Capital Project Funds for FY2021 Capital
Improvement Plan Projects. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3134-2020 and Council Member Glendening
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
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VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin, Navarre, Glendening, Gabriel
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. Ordinance No. 3135-2020 - Appropriating FY2020 Budgeted Funds in the Kenai
Multipurpose Facility Improvements Capital Project Fund for Installation of an Exhaust Fan
and Corrosion Remediation. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Peterkin MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3135-2020 and Council Member Navarre
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
It was clarified that the corrosion was in the roof structure from excess humidity and condensation build
up and the fan would help remove that in the future and the plan would be to remove the existing corrosion
rust; likely to be completed spring 2021.
Council Member Peterkin disclosed his company perfoms this type of work; Mayor Gabriel deemed there
was no conflict.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Vice Mayor Malloy MOVED to amend Ordinance No. 3135-2020 to substitute "FY2021" for "FY2020"
wherever it appears; Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT.
VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED:
YEA: Navarre, Glendening, Gabriel, Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ordinance No. 3142-2020 - Increasing FY2021 Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in
the General, Personal Use Fishery Special Revenue, and Senior Citizen Special Revenue
Funds for FY2021 Insurance Coverage. (Administration)
1. Motion for Introduction
2. Motion for Second Reading (Requires a Unanimous Vote)
3. Motion for Adoption (Requires Five Affirmative Votes)
MOTION FOR INTRODUCTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to introduce Ordinance No. 3142-2020 and Vice Mayor Molloy
SECONDED the motion.
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Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
VOTE ON INTRODUCTION:
YEA: Glendening, Gabriel, Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin, Navarre
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION FOR SECOND READING:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to hold the second reading on Ordinance No. 3142-2020 and
requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Navarre SECONDED the motion.
VOTE ON SECOND READING: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
MOTION FOR ENACTMENT:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3142-2020 and Council Member Navarre
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The Finance Director clarified the projected increase in the FY2021 Budget was not sufficient for the
General, Personal Use Fishery, and Senior Citizen funds requiring supplemental funding in order to bind
insurance for July 1, 2020 — June 30, 2021.
VOTE ON ENACTMENT:
YEA: Glendening, Gabriel, Knackstedt, Pettey, Molloy, Peterkin, Navarre
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. Resolution No. 2020-41 - Approving a Lease Renewal of Airport Reserve Lands Between
the City of Kenai and Kenai Aviation Service, Inc. d/b/a Aviation Services, for Lot 1A, Block 1,
General Aviation Apron Subdivision No. 6. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-41 and Council Member Navarre
SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
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9. Resolution No. 2020-42 - Authorizing the Binding of Insurance Coverage for the City for the
Period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 and Authorizing Execution of a Three -Year
Agreement for Insurance Coverage. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-42 and Council Member Navarre
SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The Finance Director noted execution of this three-year agreement entitled the City to a discount and the
City may terminate this agreement at any time should the annual premium for coverage increase by more
than 10% year over year.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
10. Resolution No. 2020-43 - Awarding a Contract for Janitorial Services at the Kenai Municipal
Airport. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-43 and Vice Mayor Molloy
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The City Manager clarified bids received were highly competitive and the scope of work had increased
since last year.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
11. Resolution No. 2020-44 -Authorizing a Budget Revision in the General Fund, Fire
Department for the Purchase of Self -Contained Breathing Apparatus Bottles. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-44 and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT; Vice Mayor Molloy SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
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12. Resolution No. 2020-45 - Naming the City of Kenai's Wildlife Viewing Platform, the "Tarbox
Wildlife Viewing Platform." (Vice Mayor Molloy)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-45 and Council Member Navarre SECONDED
the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Pettey objected to the
UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Concern was noted regarding a lack of guidelines on how to name public places and City codes and
policies should be established with specific criteria and guidelines.
MOTION TO POSTPONE:
Council Member Pettey MOVED to postpone Resolution No. 2020-45 to the September 1 Council
Meeting and Council Member Glendening SECONDED the motion.
VOTE ON POSTPONEMENT:
YEA: Pettey, Peterkin, Glendening
NAY: Gabriel, Knackstedt, Molloy, Navarre
MOTION FAILED.
VOTE ON MAIN MOTION:
YEA: Gabriel, Knackstedt, Molloy, Navarre, Peterkin, Glendening
NAY: Pettey
MOTION PASSED.
13. Resolution No. 2020-46 - Authorizing the City Manager to Prepare and Execute an
Amendment to the City of Kenai's Participation Agreement with the Public Employees'
Retirement System (PERS) to Remove the Recreation Center Assistant Class of Employees
from Participation Effective November 1, 2003. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-46 and Vice Mayor Molloy
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The City Manager provided an overview of the position and the benefits policies.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
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14. Resolution No. 2020-47 - Authorizing the City Manager to Prepare and Execute an
Amendment to the City of Kenai's Participation Agreement with the Public Employees'
Retirement System (PERS) to Remove the Visitor Center Assistant and Janitor Classes of
Employees from Participation Effective July 1, 2020. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-47 and Council Member Glendening
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The City Manager clarified health care benefits and additional flexibility in future hirings that the City
currently does not have.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
15. Resolution No. 2020-48 - Authorizing An Agreement For Professional Engineering Services
To Begin Development Of The New Master Plan For The Waste Water Treatment Facility.
(Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-48 and Council Member Peterkin
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Clarification was provided regarding the phases of the project and that updates would be provided to
Council.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
16. Resolution No. 2020-49 - Approving a Conversion of Airport Reserve Lands Described as
Lots 2 and 3, Block 5, General Aviation Apron Subdivision No. 1 Amended with SOAR
International Ministries, Inc. and Approving of Temporary Development Incentives.
(Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-49 and Council Member Glendening
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
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The City Manager provided an overview of the project and noted this as an example of the development
incentive program.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
17. Resolution No. 2020-50 - Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an In -Kind Memorandum
of Understanding with the Department of the Army for Design Work Prior to Execution of a
Design Agreement for the Kenai Bluff Stabilization Project. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Navarre MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2020-50 and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT; Vice Mayor Molloy SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened for public hearing. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
The City Manager clarified that this resolution would allow the City to start working on design work in
support of the anticipated signed design agreement with United States Army Corps of Engineers in
November 2020. He added that the City of Kenai would be working closely with the Alaska District to
ensure the work done is reimbursable, and it was clarified that Public Works Director, Scoff Curtin would
be the project lead on this.
The City Manager, prior Administration and elected officials were thanked for diligence through this
lengthy process.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
E. MINUTES — None.
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Resolution No. 2020-30 - Recommending the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly Enact
Ordinance 2020-24 which would Provide for Vote by Mail Elections, More Time Between a
Regular Election and Run -Off Election and Removal of Proposition Statements. (Council
Member Peterkin) [Clerk's Note: At the May 20 Meeting, this item was Postponed to this
Council Meeting. A Motion to Adopt is On the Floor.]
The City Clerk provided an update regarding the Borough Assembly meeting decision that the motion to
reconsider of enactment of the borough's ordinance failed meaning it was still enacted to become
effective on January 1, 2021.
MOTION TO POSTPONE:
Council Member Peterkin MOVED to postpone Resolution No. 2020-30 indefinitely; Council Member
Knackstedt SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
G. NEW BUSINESS
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1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
2. *Action/Approval - FY2021 Purchase Orders over $15,000. (Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
3. *Action/Approval - Special Use Permit to Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center for
Moosemeat John Cabin. (Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
4. *Ordinance No. 3136-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
General and the Public Safety Capital Project Funds and Authorizing the Sole Source
Purchase and Installation of Updated Radio Consoles for the City of Kenai Dispatch Center.
(Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
5. *Ordinance No. 3137-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues And Appropriations In The
General And Municipal Roadway Improvements Capital Project Fund's To Provide Matching
Funds To The State Of Alaska Department Of Transportation And Public Facilities To
Construct A Pedestrian Path From The Kenai Spur Highway To Beaver Loop Along Bridge
Access Road Utilizing Restricted General Fund, Fund Balance. (Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
6. *Ordinance No. 3138-2020 - Increasing Fiscal Year 2020's Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations in the Airport Land Sale Permanent Fund to Transfer Earnings in Excess of
Budgeted Amounts to the City's Airport Fund. (Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
7. *Ordinance No. 3139-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
COVID-19 CARES Act Recovery Fund for a Federal CARES Act Grant Passed through the
State of Alaska Department of Public Safety for Overtime and Direct Expenditures of the
Police, Fire, and Communications Departments of the City from March 16, 2020 through May
17, 2020. (Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
8. *Ordinance No. 3140-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
Personal Use Fishery Special Revenue Fund to Provide Supplemental Funding for Additional
Portable Restrooms and to Award a Contract to Provide Dumpsters, Portable Restrooms and
Portable Hand Wash Stations for the 2020 Kenai River Personal Use Fishery.
(Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
9. *Ordinance No. 3141-2020 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
General Fund, Visitor Center Department and Authorizing Amendment to the Facility
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Management Agreement with the Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, Inc., for
the Operation and Management of the Kenai Visitor and Cultural Center. (Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
10. *Ordinance No. 3143-2020 - Increasing General Fund Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $34,216 in the General Fund, Parks, Recreation and Beautification
Department for an Increase of a Grant from the United States Environmental Protection
Agency Passed through the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation for
Bacteria Level Monitoring on the City's Beaches from July 1, 2020 through March 1,
2021. (Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 1, 2020.
11. Action/Approval - Lease Assignment of Lot 3, Block 4, General Aviation Apron from
DeWayne Benton to Joel Caldwell. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve the lease assignment from DeWayne Benton to Joel
Caldwell; Council Member Navarre SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
It was noted the use of this lease would not change.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
12. Discussion - City Response to COVID-19. (City Manager)
The City Manager reported that the Kenai Recreation Building was planning for an opening on July 1; the
Community Library had a partial opening since June 1, and would increase on June 22 to allow people
in to browse the library with time limits; and the next re -opening phase of City Hall would start early next
week, to include unlocking doors but encourage continuing appointments. The Visitors Center is still open
while the Senior Center was still closed. It was further reported that two furloughed employees returned
to work recently and it was the intent to have the last two employees return to work by July 1. An update
on the return -to -work policy following traveling was also provided.
13. Resolution No. 2020-22 - Authorizing the City of Kenai to Issue General Obligation
Refunding Bonds in the Principal Amount of Not to Exceed the Sum of $1,250,000 to Refund
Certain Outstanding General Obligation Bonds of the City, Fixing Certain Details of Such
Bonds and Authorizing Their Sale. (Administration)
[Clerk's Note: This item to amend something previously adopted was added to the agenda during
approval of the agenda. Because it was not previously noticed a two-thirds vote is required for passage.]
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Molloy MOVED to amend the previously adopted legislation Resolution No. 2020-22 by
amending the year "2021" in the second paragraph of Section 4 to "2020"; Council Member Knackstedt
SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
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Council on Aging — No report; next meeting July 9.
2. Airport Commission — It was reported the Commission met on June 11 and considered the
janitorial services award, a lease renewal recommendation for Crowley Fuel to continue,
conversion of lease contract, a lease assignment to Joel Caldwell and specific Special Use
Permits that were approved. The next meeting is July 9.
3. Harbor Commission — It was reported the Commission met on June 8 and heard a report
on the upcoming dipnet fishery efforts, the boat launch use and upcoming ITB's; next
meeting August 10.
4. Parks and Recreation Commission — No report; next meeting August 6.
5. Planning and Zoning Commission — It was reported the Commission met on June 10 and
recommended two plats for approval, approved a recommendation for rezoning from Rural
Residential to General Commercial, approved renaming of a street on Beaver Loop Road,
and authorized the City Planner to support a time extension to the Kenai Peninsula
Borough. The next meeting is June 24.
6. Beautification Committee — No report; next meeting September 8.
7. Mini -Grant Steering Committee — No report.
REPORT OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Gabriel reported that normalcy has not returned and there were fewer events happening, including
the Fourth of July event that was canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. He encouraged showing
patriotism and recognizing the meaning behind Independence Day, even if the event is not occurring.
J.
City Manager - City Manager P. Ostrander reported on the following:
• On June 5 he met with Annette Villa to see her efforts in growth of a property in Old
Town, commending her vision and bringing community together on Friday and Saturday
nights with vendors and music;
• He recognized staff for their efforts and quality of work with the legislation brought
forward in the Council packets, noting the Finance Director produced most legislation
items in one packet;
• Provided an update on the CARES Act Grand Funding program; received 139
applications with two days remaining to apply;
• An Ordinance was anticipated for Council consideration at the next meeting regarding
the individual assistance program as well as a Resolution for direction with the
remaining grant funds for small businesses; and
• The City was working with the Borough on the CARES Act Funding they received,
determining how best to more forward, treating businesses equally.
2. City Attorney — No report.
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3. City Clerk — City Clerk J. Heinz reported she was focused on developing the materials for
tomorrow's work session and working with Administration to develop the large agendas and
packets. She further reported on June 19 she would begin 2020 Election preparation.
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
Council Member Knackstedt encouraged visiting the Old Town Kenai Market
Vice Mayor Molloy noted he was looking at the second meeting in July to bring forth the Resolution about
the Student Representative policy.
Council Member Glendening thanked the City Manager for the COVID-19 update. He noted he was
pleased to hear about the Old Town Kenai Market and Diamond M Ranch events occurring to bring the
community together.
Council Member Peterkin expressed gratitude to the Administration on their continued efforts.
Council Member Pettey expressed recognition to Administration for looking at the bottom line; looking
forward to moving ahead with the Bluff Erosion and signing the agreement.
Council Member Navarre reported that Industry Appreciation Day was unfortunately going to be canceled
this year noting health concerns surrounding COVID-19. He also provided an update on the Alaska
Municipal League.
Council Members commended Administration on their efforts with the amount of legislation and quality
of work.
L. EXECUTIVE SESSION
M. PENDING ITEMS
Ordinance No. 3127-2020 - Repealing and Replacing Kenai Municipal Code Title 6 -
Elections to Provide Clarity, Process Improvements, and Increase Voter Accessibility
through Vote By Mail Elections. (Council Member Peterkin)
2. Ordinance No. 3128-2020 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code Section 1.85.040 — Records
Public, To Provide For A Record Retention Length. (City Clerk)
N. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:27 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of June 17, 2020.
Heinz, CMC
June 17. 2020
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