HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2021-57KENAI
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-57
Sponsored by: Administration
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, DECLARING A RIGHT-OF-WAY
FOR A 60' BY 254' PORTION OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD ALONG WILDWOOD DRIVE AS
DEDICATED ON LOT 4-A, BLOCK 8, BLACK GOLD ESTATES SUBDIVISION NO. 2 (PLAT KN
84-76), AND AS SET FORTH ON THE ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A" IS NOT NEEDED FOR A
PUBLIC PURPOSE AND CONSENTING TO ITS VACATION.
WHEREAS, on July 28, 2021, by Resolution No. PZ2021-30 the Kenai Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended that the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission approve the
preliminary plat of Black Gold Estates 2021 Replat 2 with a vacation of the 60' right-of-way along
the southerly boundary as dedicated on the plat of Lot 4-A, Block 8, Black Gold Estates
Subdivision No. 2 (Plat KN 84-76); and,
WHEREAS, on August 23, 2021, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission approved
the vacation of a 60' by 254' portion of Wildwood Drive on the southeast boundary of Lot 4-A,
Block 8, Black Gold Estates Subdivision No. 2 (Plat KN 84-76); and,
WHEREAS, there is no needed public use for the 60' by 254' right-of-way; and,
WHEREAS, on August 25, 2021, the Kenai Peninsula Borough submitted a letter to the Kenai
City Council requesting consideration of the vacation in accordance with Alaska Statutes 29.40
.140 that requires the consent of the City Council prior to vacation of a city right-of-way; and,
WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code 22.05.110 - Determination as to need for public use, states
City Council may vacate rights-of-way or easements by resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
as follows:
Section 1. The 60' by 254' right-of-way portion of Wildwood Drive on the southeast boundary
of Lot 4-A, Block 8, Black Gold Estates Subdivision No. 2 (Plat KN 84-76) is not needed for a
public purpose and the Council of the City of Kenai consents to the vacation of the 60' by 254'
right-of-way as set forth on the attached Exhibit "A ".
Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 151 day of September,
2021.
Resolution No. 2021-57
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ATTEST:
BRIAN GABRIEL SR., MAYOR
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City of Kenai 1210 Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, AK 99611-77941907.283.7535 1 www.kenaixity
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council
THROUGH: Paul Ostrander, City Manager
FROM: Ryan Foster, Planning Director
DATE: September 9, 2021
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2021-57 — Consenting to the Vacation of 60' by 254'
portion of the frontage road along Wildwood Drive dedicated as Lot 4-
A, Block 8, Black Gold Estates Subdivision No. 2
On July 28, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Commission passed Resolution PZ2021-30
recommending the approval of the Black Gold Estates 2021 Replat subject to the following
condition: 2. The Kenai City Council must declare the sixty -foot right-of-way not needed for a
public purpose and consent to the vacation of the right-of-way as shown on the preliminary plat.
On August 23, 2021, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission approved the vacation
of a 60' by 254' portion of Wildwood Drive on the southeast boundary of Lot 4-A, Block 8, Black
Gold Estates Subdivision No. 2 (Plat KN 84-76).
In accordance with Alaska Statutes 29.40.140, no vacation of a City right-of-way and/or easement
may be made without consent of the City Council. Kenai Municipal Code 22.05.110,
Determination as to the need for public use the Kenai City Council may vacate rights-of-way or
easements by resolution. Council passing of Resolution No. 2021-57 would consent to the
vacation of the subject 60' by 254' right-of-way.
Thank you for your consideration.
Attachments
Exhibit A: Preliminary Plat identifying recommended vacation of 60' by 254' right-of-way
Letter from Kenai Peninsula Borough dated August 25, 2021
Draft Borough Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Pertinent Materials from Borough Planning Commission Meeting
City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution PZ2021-30
L� Minutes from July 28, 2021 City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Charlie Pierce
Borough Mayor
August 25, 2021
Kenai City Council
210 Fidalgo Avenue
Kenai, AK 99611
RE: Right-of-way Vacation: Vacate a portion of the frontage road along Wildwood Drive.
Wildwood Drive is a dedicated right of way that is constructed and paved and provides
legal access from the Kenai Spur Highway. The westerly portion of the right of way is 120
feet in width with the majority of the right of way 180 feet in width. The frontage road has
not been improved and is not being used for access.
Dear Kenai City Council Members:
In accordance with AS 29.40.140, no vacation of a city right-of-way and/or easement may be
made without the consent of the city council. The KPB Planning Commission approved the
referenced right-of-way vacation during their regularly scheduled meeting of August 23, 2021.
This petition is being sent to you for your consideration and action.
The City Council has 30 days from August 24, 2021 in which to veto the decision of the Planning
Commission. If no veto is received from the Council within the 30 -day period, the decision of the
Planning Commission will stand.
Attached are draft, unapproved minutes of the pertinent portion of the meeting and other related
material.
Sincerely,
Melanie Aeschliman
Planning Director
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Attachments:
Unapproved PC Meeting Minutes
Meeting Packet Materials
Planning Commission Unapproved Minutes August 23, 2021
MOTION: Commissioner Ecklund moved, seconded by Commissioner Venuti to a-Mmwlt the consent
agenda and the regular agenda-
Seeing and hearing no objection or further discussion, the motion was carried by the following vote:
MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE:
AGENDA ITEM E. NEW BUSINESS
Chair Martin asked Ms. Shirnberg to read the procedure for public testimony.
AGENDA ITEM Ell
RIGHT OF WAY VACATION
VACATE A 60' BY 254' PORTION OF WILDWOOD DRIVE ON THE SOUTHEAST BOUNDARY OF
LOT 4-A BLOCK 8, BLACK GOLD ESTATES SUBDIVISION NO.2 (PLAT KN 84-76)
KPB File No.
2021-111V
Planning Commission Meeting:
August 23, 2021
Applicant / Owner:
Alexander Douthit of Kenai, Alaska
Surveyor:
James Hall / McLane Consulting Inc.
General Location:
City of Kenai
Legal Description:
Wildwood Drive, Black Gold Estates Subdivision No. 2 Plat KN
84-76, Kenai Recording District, Section 25, Township 06 North,
Staff report given by Scott Huff.
Specific Request / Purpose as stated in the petition: Vacate a portion of the frontage road along
Wildwood Drive. Wildwood Drive is a dedicated right of way that is constructed and paved and provides
legal access from the Kenai Spur Highway. The westerly portion of the right of way is 120 feet in width with
the majority of the right of way 180 feet in width. The frontage road has not been improved and is not being
used for access.
This right of way was originally dedicated by Black Gold Estates Subdivision (amended) in 1962. The right
of way was dedicated as a frontage road to provide access to the residential lots. Black Gold Estates Subd
No. 2 (KN 84-76) replatted 9 lots and vacated alleyways to create one parcel that is 3.085 acres in size.
Notification: Public notice appeared in the August 12, 2021 issue of the Peninsula Clarion as a separate
ad. The public hearing notice was published in the August 19, 2021 issue of the Peninsula Clarion as part
of the Commission's tentative agenda.
Twenty-seven certified mailings were sent to owners of property within 300 feet of the proposed vacation.
Ten receipts had been returned when the staff report was prepared.
Public hearing notices were sent by regular mail to forty-five owners within 600 feet of the proposed
vacation.
Eighteen public hearing notices were emailed to agencies and interested parties as shown below,
State of Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game
State of Alaska DNR
Post Office of Kenai
Nikiski Community Council
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State of Alaska DOT
State of Alaska DNR Forestry
Emergency Services of Kenai
Kenai Peninsula Borough Land Management
Library of Kenai
August 23, 2021
Alaska Communication Systems (ACS)
ENSTAR Natural Gas
General Communication Inc. (GCI)
Homer Electric Association (HEA)
Legal Access (existing and proposed): Lot 4-A Block 8 fronts the Kenai Spur Highway a state maintained
right of way with a width of 150 feet abutting the lot. Any access to Kenai Spur Highway required approval
from SOA DOT. Lot 4-A Block 8 fronts on Wildwood Drive, a City of Kenai maintained right of way.
There are no proposed dedications, as it will reduce the right of way width down to 120 feet from 180 feet.
The block is irregular in shape but does comply with length requirements and is closed. Wildwood Drive,
Kenai Spur Highway, an unnamed 60 foot right of way, Windflower Drive, and an unnamed 60 foot right of
way, that appears to be an extension of Orchid Way, define the block. Windflower Drive and Wildwood
Drive are maintained by the City of Kenai and Kenai Spur Highway is maintained by the State of Alaska.
Other right of ways are not maintained or unconstructed.
No lots will be denied access if the vacation is approved.
KPB Roads Dept. comments I
Out of'urisdiction, no comments
SOA DOT comments
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I Wildwood Drive is not a s so Wb ano comments.
Site Investigation: The right of way proposed to be vacated is not affected by steep terrain or wetland
areas. It does not appear that the right of way has been improved or is being used for vehicular access.
There does appear to be local ATV trails that cut across Tract 4-A Block 8.
Floodplain Hazard Review
I Within City of SoldotnatKenai, no comments
Anadromous Waters Habitat
Protection District Review
Is not within HPD, no comments
State Parks Review
No comments
Staff Analysis: The proposed vacation is along Wildwood Drive. The Wildwood complex was constructed
in 1953 as a military communications base. In 1974, Wildwood was tumed over to the Kenai Native
Association as part of the native land settlement. In 1983, the State of Alaska began a lease with option to
purchase, converted the structures, and opened the Wildwood Pretrial Facility.
Wildwood Drive was considered as a Federal Military right of way while it was operating as a military base.
A subdivision, Black Gold Estates Subdivision (Plat KN 1335), subdivided the Carl F. Ahlstrom Homestead
and it depicted the Wildwood Station Road as a military road. That plat was recorded in 1962. In 1964 the
plat was revised, Black Gold Estates Subdivision Amended (Plat KN 1399). The amended plat depicted
the federal right of way but provided a 60 foot wide right of way running adjoining the north edge of Wildwood
Drive. This was to be a frontage road to provide access to the residential lots created by the plat.
When the ownership and use of the Wildwood Complex changed so did the ownership of the right of ways.
The Wildwood Complex is under State of Alaska ownership and management but the right of way leading
to the property is under the City of Kenai jurisdiction. Several right of ways intersect Wildwood Drive and
private lots have direct access. Wildwood Drive right of way ends at the Wildwood Complex.
In 1984, the owner of nine lots combined the lots and vacated alleyways with the recording of Black Gold
Estates Subdivision No. 2, Plat KN 84-76. This plat combined the land to create the current lot configuration
for Lot 4A Block 8.
Wildwood Drive has a 120 foot width at the intersection of Kenai Spur Highway. Approximately 185 feet
from the intersection, the width increases to 180 with the addition of the frontage right of way and continues
at that width until it ends at the complex. While it was intended to be used as a frontage road, it was not
constructed as such and there is no road name associated other than Wildwood Drive.
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August 23, 2021
The proposed vacation will leave a width of 120 feet for Wildwood Drive. The portion being vacated will be
combined back to Lot 4-A
No access to surrounding lots will be affected.
The original plats did not grant any utility easements along or abutting the proposed portion of the right of
way vacation. The replat, KN 84-76, did grant a 10 foot utility easement along the eastern boundary. That
easement stopped at the right of way dedication as right of ways may be used for utilities. To comply with
subdivision code, the plat that will finalize the vacation will be required to grant 10 foot utility easements
adjoining the right of ways. This requirement will provide a connection from the previously granted utility
easement to Wildwood Drive.
The City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the plat that will finalize the vacation, Black
Gold Estates 2021 Replat, at their July 28, 2021 meeting. They have some conditions for the plat and
stated the Kenai City Council must declare the right of way is not needed and approve the vacation.
The Kenai City Council will hear this at their September 2021 meeting if approved by the Planning
Commission.
20.65.050 — Action on vacation application
D. The planning commission shall consider the merits of each vacation request and in all cases; the
planning commission shall deem the area being vacated to be of value to the public. It shall be
incumbent upon the applicant to show that the area proposed for vacation is no longer practical for
the uses or purposes authorized, or that other provisions have been made which are more
beneficial to the public. In evaluating the merits of the proposed vacation, the planning commission
shall consider whether:
1. The right-of-way or public easement to be vacated is being used;
Staff comments: This portion was intended to be a frontage road but has not been improved
and is not being used for public access. Wildwood Drive will remain and has been improved.
The remaining right of way is being used and will provide public access.
2. A road is impossible or impractical to construct, and alternative access has been provided;
Staff comments: Wildwood Drive will remain 120 feet wide abutting the vacation area and
provides an alternate access for the public.
3. The surrounding area is fully developed and all planned or needed rights-of-way and utilities
are constructed;
Staff comments: The surrounding area has been subdivided with adequate right of ways and
utility easements to provide access to all neighboring lots.
4. The vacation of a public right-of-way provides access to a lake, river, or other area with public
interest or value, and if so, whether equal or superior access is provided;
Staff comments: The frontage road does not provide access to a lake, river, or other area with
public interest as it only provides access to private lands.
5. The proposed vacation would limit opportunities for interconnectivity with adjacent parcels,
whether developed or undeveloped;
Staff comments: There are additional right of ways within the parent subdivision as well as
alleys to provide interconnectivity of public access and utilities.
6. Other public access, other than general road use, exist or are feasible for the right-of-way;
Staff comments: The width of Wildwood Drive will provide adequate width for other uses, such
as pedestrian walkways or placement of utility lines, as needed.
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All existing and future utility requirements are met. Rights-of-way which are utilized by a
utility, or which logically would be required by a utility, shall not be vacated, unless it can be
demonstrated that equal or superior access is or will be available. Where an easement would
satisfactorily serve the utility interests, and no other public need for the right-of-way exists,
the commission may approve the vacation and require that a utility easement be granted in
place of the right -of -way -
Staff comments: The vacation has been sent to the utility companies for review and
comments. Utility providers have existing lines in this area. No new utility easements were
requested. This platting action will provide a minimum of 10 foot utility easements adjoining all
right of ways.
B. Any other factors that are relevant to the vacation application or the area proposed to be
vacated.
Staff comments: This section of the frontage road has not been improved and it not required
as the separate lots have been replatted into one parcel.
If approved, Black Gold Estates 2021 Replat will finalize the proposed right of way vacation. The
preliminary plat has not been submitted to schedule for a Plat Committee meeting at the time the staff report
was prepared. If the sole purpose of the plat is to depict the area approved for vacation the preliminary plat
may be submitted under KPB 20.10.080—Vacation Plat. The plat will be reviewed by staff for completeness
and will not require approval from the Planning Commission. If any exceptions from KPB code are
requested the plat will need to be submitted for review by the Plat Committee and may not be reviewed
under KPB 20.10.080.
KPB deaartment ! anencv review:
Planner — Bryan Taylor
This is located within the City of Kenai and not subject to local
ENSTAR
option zoning districts or material site review by KPB.
Code Compliance — Eric Ogren
No comments
GCI
Affected Addresses: 14224 Kenai Spur Highway (will remain with
Addressing —Derek Haws
Lot 413 — Block 8). Existing street names shown are correct
Assessing — Matt Bruns
No concerns form Assessing Department.
Utility Provider review:
HEA
Reviewed, no comments.
ENSTAR
No comments or recommendations.
ACS
GCI
Approved as shown.
Based on consideration of the merits as per KPB 20.65.050(F) as outlined by Staff comments, Staff
recommends APPROVAL as petitioned, subject to:
1. Consent by Kenai City Council.
2. Compliance with the requirements for preliminary plats per Chapter 20 of the KPB Code.
3. Grant utility easements requested by the Kenai City Council and utility providers.
4. Submittal of a final plat within a timeframe such that the plat can be recorded within one year
of vacation consent (KPB 20.70.130).
KPB 20.65.050 — Action on vacation application
H. A planning commission decision to approve a vacation is not effective without the consent of
the city council, if the vacated area to be vacated is within a city, or by the assembly in all other
cases. The council or assembly shall have 30 days from the date of the planning commission
approval to either consent to or veto the vacation. Notice of veto of the vacation shall be
immediately given to the planning commission. Failure to act on the vacation within 30 days
shall be considered to be consent to the vacation. This provision does not apply to alterations
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of utility easements under KPB 20.65.070, which do not require the consent of the assembly or
city council unless city code specifically provides otherwise.
I. Upon approval of the vacation request by the planning commission and no veto by the city
council or assembly, where applicable, the applicant shall have a surveyor prepare and submit
a plat Including the entire area approved for vacation in conformance with KPB 20.10.060. Only
the area approved for vacation by the assembly or council may be included on the plat. The final
plat must be recorded within one year of the vacation consent.
J. A planning commission decision denying a vacation application is final. No reapplication or
petition concerning the same vacation may be filed within one calendar year of the date of the
final denial action except in the case where new evidence or circumstances exist that were not
available or present when the original petition was filed.
K. An appeal of the planning commission, city council or assembly vacation action under this
chapter must be filed In the superior court in accordance with the Alaska Rules of Appellate
Procedure.
The 2019 Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan adopted November 2019 by Ordinance No. 2019-
25. The relevant objectives are listed.
Goal 3. Preserve and improve quality of life on the Kenai Peninsula Borough through increased access to
local and regional facilities, activities, programs and services.
- Focus Area: Energy and Utilities
o Objective A -Encourage coordination or residential, commercial, and industrial
development with extension of utilities and other infrastructure.
• Strategy 1. Near— Term: Maintain existing easements (especially section line
easements) in addition to establishing adequate utility rights of way or
easements to serve existing and future utility needs.
• Strategy 2. Near— Term: Maintain regular contact with utility operators to
coordinate and review utility easement requests that are part of subdivision
plat approval.
• Strategy 3. Near— Term: Identify potential utility routes on Borough lands.
- Housing
o Objective D. Encourage efficient use of land, infrastructure and services outside
incorporated cities by prioritizing future growth in the most suitable areas.
• Strategy 1. Near— Term: Collaborate with the AK Department of
Transportation, incorporated cities within the borough, utility providers, other
agencies overseeing local services, and existing communities located
adjacent to the undeveloped areas that are appropriate for future growth, to
align plans for future expansion of services to serve future residential
development and manage growth.
Goal 4. Improve access to, from and connectivity within the Kenai Peninsula Borough
- Focus Area: Transportation
o Objective B. Ensure new roads are developed in alignment with existing and planned
growth and development.
• Strategy 2. Near — Term: Establish subdivision codes that dictate road
construction standards to accommodate future interconnectivity, and/or public
safety.
• Strategy 3. Near — Term: Identify areas of anticipated growth to determine
future access needs.
END OF STAFF REPORT
Chair Martin opened the meeting for public comment. Hearing no one wishing to comment, public comment
was closed and discussion was opened among the commission.
Commissioner Brantley asked to be recused from this vote. He had done work for the petitioner on this
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parcel. Chair Martin approved Commissioner Brantley's request to be recused.
MOTION: Commissioner Ruffner moved, seconded by Commissioner Ecklund to approve the vacation as
petitioned based on the means of evaluating public necessity established by KPB 20.70, subject to staff
recommendations and compliance with borough code.
Seeing and hearing no objection or further discussion, the motion was carried by the following vote:
MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE:
AGENDA ITEM E2
Coh ld tional Use Permit — AnadlTus Waters Habitat Profs
KPB F� No. \\�, 2021-27
Planning Commission Meeting: `.l August 23, 2021
Applicant
Mailing Address
Legal Description
Physical Address
KPB Pargel Number
District
Sharon Keating
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Soidotn L�AK 99669
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KN 0970046
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Staff report given by Samantha Lopez.
Project Description �\ .
A Conditional Use Permit is sought pursuant to KP$ 21.18 for the co\'Of
a recreational structure
within the 50 -foot Habitat rotection District of the Kepi River, as established in B 21.18.040.
Bak round Information
Applibant proposes to remove a lk or -existing trailer and rep a with a new, two-story re dentia) structure
with a footprint measuring 17 by 37,�eet. The portion of the st ture that falls within the HN is not along
the flowing waters of the main stem,9f the Kenai River, but al g the KPB regulated ca al. The new
structure Qt be built in compliance with,the current FEMA Floodp in standards and will be elXvated in
accordance withthe KPB Floodplain Permit,12812. .,
Protect Details within the 50 -foot Habitat Pirotection District
1. Construction of 1 y 37 foot cabin partially oh rior existing structure fool Int.
2. The footprint of this structure within the HPD wit pard by approximately 1 square feet.
3, Placement of sonotube's,into HPD to elevate in accbrdance to KPB Floodplain it RC #12812.
4. Revegetate any areas that are disturbed with the con ruction.
General, Standards `
Pursuarl 21.18.081(D) General Standards, the following standards shall be met befo4l�
use approval may be granted:
1. The use o"tructure will not cause significant erosion, sedimentation, damage within the ha
protection district, an increase in ground br surface water pollution, and damage to riparian
and riparian ecosystems,
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E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Right -of -Way Vacation
Location: Wildwood Drive, Black Gold Estates
Subdivision No. 2 Plat KN 84-76, Kenai Recording
District, Section 25, Township 06 North, Range 12
West, S.M.
Petitioner: Alexander Douthit
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AGENDA ITEM E. NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 1 - RIGHT OF WAY VACATION
VACATE A 60' BY 254' PORTION OF WILDWOOD DRIVE ON THE SOUTHEAST BOUNDARY OF LOT 4-A
BLOCK 8, BLACK GOLD ESTATES SUBDIVISION NO.2 (PLAT KN 84-76)
KPB File No. 2021-111V
Planning Commission Meeting: August 23, 2021
Applicant! Owner: Alexander Douthit of Kenai, Alaska
Surveyor: James Hall / McLane Consulting Inc
General Location: City of Kenai
Legal Description: Wildwood Drive, Black Gold Estates Subdivision No. 2 Plat KN 84-76,
Kenai Recording District, Section 25, Township 06 North, Range 12 West,
S. M.
STAFF REPORT
Specific Request / Purpose as stated in the Petition: Vacate a portion of the frontage road along Wildwood
Drive. Wildwood Drive is a dedicated right of way that is constructed and paved and provides legal access from the
Kenai Spur Highway. The westerly portion of the right of way is 120 feet in width with the majority of the right of way
180 feet in width. The frontage road has not been improved and is not being used for access.
This right of way was originally dedicated by Black Gold Estates Subdivision (amended) in 1962. The right of way
was dedicated as a frontage road to provide access to the residential lots. Black Gold Estates Subd No. 2 (KN 84-
76) replatted 9 lots and vacated alleyways to create one parcel that is 3.085 acres in size.
Notification: Public notice appeared in the August 12, 2021 issue of the Peninsula Clarion as a separate ad. The
public hearing notice was published in the August 19, 2021 issue of the Peninsula Clarion as part of the
Commission's tentative agenda.
Twenty-seven certified mailings were sent to owners of property within 300 feet of the proposed vacation. Ten
receipts had been returned when the staff report was prepared.
Public hearing notices were sent by regular mail to forty-five owners within 600 feet of the proposed vacation
Eighteen public hearing notices were emailed to agencies and interested parties as shown below;
State of Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game
State of Alaska DNR
State of Alaska DOT
State of Alaska DNR Forestry
Emergency Services of Kenai
Kenai Peninsula Borough Land Management
Library of Kenai
Post Office of Kenai
Nikiski Community Council
Alaska Communication Systems (ACS)
ENSTAR Natural Gas
General Communications Inc, (GCI)
Homer Electric Association (HEA)
Legal Access (existing and Proposed): Lot 4-A Block 8 fronts the Kenai Spur Highway a state maintained right
of way with a width of 150 feet abutting the lot. Any access to Kenai Spur Highway required approval from SOA
DOT. Lot 4-A Block 8 fronts on Wildwood Drive, a City of Kenai maintained right of way.
There are no proposed dedications, as it will reduce the right of way width down to 120 feet from 180 feet.
The block is irregular in shape but does comply with length requirements and is closed. Wildwood Drive, Kenai
Spur Highway, an unnamed 60 foot right of way, Windflower Drive, and an unnamed 60 foot right of way, that
appears to be an extension of Orchid Way, define the block. Windflower Drive and Wildwood Drive are maintained
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by the City of Kenai and Kenai Spur Highway is maintained by the State of Alaska. Other right of ways are not
maintained or unconstructed.
No lots will be denied access if the vacation is approved.
Site Investigation: The right of way proposed to be vacated is not affected by steep terrain or wetland areas. It
does not appear that the right of way has been improved or is being used for vehicular access. There does appear
to be local ATV trails that cut across Tract 4-A Block 8.
Staff Analysis: The proposed vacation is along Wildwood Drive. The Wildwood complex was constructed in 1953
as a military communications base. In 1974, Wildwood was turned over to the Kenai Native Association as part of
the native land settlement. In 1983, the State of Alaska began a lease with option to purchase, converted the
structures, and opened the Wildwood Pretrial Facility.
Wildwood Drive was considered as a Federal Military right of way while it was operating as a military base. A
subdivision, Black Gold Estates Subdivision (Plat KN 1335), subdivided the Carl F. Ahlstrom Homestead and it
depicted the Wildwood Station Road as a military road. That plat was recorded in 1962. In 1964 the plat was
revised, Black Gold Estates Subdivision Amended (Plat KN 1399). The amended plat depicted the federal right of
way but provided a 60 foot wide right of way running adjoining the north edge of Wildwood Drive. This was to be a
frontage road to provide access to the residential lots created by the plat.
When the ownership and use of the Wildwood Complex changed so did the ownership of the right of ways. The
Wildwood Complex is under State of Alaska ownership and management but the right of way leading to the property
is under the City of Kenai jurisdiction. Several right of ways intersect Wildwood Drive and private lots have direct
access. Wildwood Drive right of way ends at the Wildwood Complex.
In 1984, the owner of nine lots combined the lots and vacated alleyways with the recording of Black Gold Estates
Subdivision No. 2, Plat KN 84-76. This plat combined the land to create the current lot configuration for Lot 4A Block
8.
Wildwood Drive has a 120 foot width at the intersection of Kenai Spur Highway. Approximately 185 feet from the
intersection, the width increases to 180 with the addition of the frontage right of way and continues at that width
until it ends at the complex. While it was intended to be used as a frontage road, it was not constructed as such
and there is no road name associated other than Wildwood Drive.
The proposed vacation will leave a width of 120 feet for Wildwood Drive. The portion being vacated will be combined
back to Lot 4-A
No access to surrounding lots will be affected.
The original plats did not grant any utility easements along or abutting the proposed portion of the right of way
vacation. The replat, KN 84-76, did grant a 10 foot utility easement along the eastern boundary. That easement
stopped at the right of way dedication as right of ways may be used for utilities. To comply with subdivision code,
the plat that will finalize the vacation will be required to grant 10 foot utility easements adjoining the right of ways.
This requirement will provide a connection from the previously granted utility easement to Wildwood Drive.
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Floodplain Hazard Review
Within City of Soldotna/Kenai no comments
Anadromous Waters Habitat
Protection District Review
Is not within HPD, no comments
State Parks
Review
No comments
Staff Analysis: The proposed vacation is along Wildwood Drive. The Wildwood complex was constructed in 1953
as a military communications base. In 1974, Wildwood was turned over to the Kenai Native Association as part of
the native land settlement. In 1983, the State of Alaska began a lease with option to purchase, converted the
structures, and opened the Wildwood Pretrial Facility.
Wildwood Drive was considered as a Federal Military right of way while it was operating as a military base. A
subdivision, Black Gold Estates Subdivision (Plat KN 1335), subdivided the Carl F. Ahlstrom Homestead and it
depicted the Wildwood Station Road as a military road. That plat was recorded in 1962. In 1964 the plat was
revised, Black Gold Estates Subdivision Amended (Plat KN 1399). The amended plat depicted the federal right of
way but provided a 60 foot wide right of way running adjoining the north edge of Wildwood Drive. This was to be a
frontage road to provide access to the residential lots created by the plat.
When the ownership and use of the Wildwood Complex changed so did the ownership of the right of ways. The
Wildwood Complex is under State of Alaska ownership and management but the right of way leading to the property
is under the City of Kenai jurisdiction. Several right of ways intersect Wildwood Drive and private lots have direct
access. Wildwood Drive right of way ends at the Wildwood Complex.
In 1984, the owner of nine lots combined the lots and vacated alleyways with the recording of Black Gold Estates
Subdivision No. 2, Plat KN 84-76. This plat combined the land to create the current lot configuration for Lot 4A Block
8.
Wildwood Drive has a 120 foot width at the intersection of Kenai Spur Highway. Approximately 185 feet from the
intersection, the width increases to 180 with the addition of the frontage right of way and continues at that width
until it ends at the complex. While it was intended to be used as a frontage road, it was not constructed as such
and there is no road name associated other than Wildwood Drive.
The proposed vacation will leave a width of 120 feet for Wildwood Drive. The portion being vacated will be combined
back to Lot 4-A
No access to surrounding lots will be affected.
The original plats did not grant any utility easements along or abutting the proposed portion of the right of way
vacation. The replat, KN 84-76, did grant a 10 foot utility easement along the eastern boundary. That easement
stopped at the right of way dedication as right of ways may be used for utilities. To comply with subdivision code,
the plat that will finalize the vacation will be required to grant 10 foot utility easements adjoining the right of ways.
This requirement will provide a connection from the previously granted utility easement to Wildwood Drive.
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The City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the plat that will finalize the vacation, Black Gold
Estates 2021 Replat, at their July 28, 2021 meeting. They have some conditions for the plat and stated the Kenai
City Council must declare the right of way is not needed and approve the vacation.
The Kenai City Council will hear this at their September 2021 meeting if approved by the Planning Commission.
20.65.050—Action on vacation application
D. The planning commission shall consider the merits of each vacation request and in all cases the planning
commission shall deem the area being vacated to be of value to the public. It shall be incumbent upon the
applicant to show that the area proposed for vacation is no longer practical for the uses or purposes
authorized, or that other provisions have been made which are more beneficial to the public In evaluating
the merits of the proposed vacation, the planning commission shall consider whether:
1. The right-of-way or public easement to be vacated is being used;
Staff comments: This portion was intended to be a frontage road but has not been improved and is
not being used for public access. Wildwood Drive will remain and has been improved. The remaining
right of way is being used and will provide public access.
2. A road is impossible or impractical to construct, and alternative access has been provided;
Staff comments: Wildwood Drive will remain 120 feet wide abutting the vacation area and provides
an alternate access for the public.
3. The surrounding area is fully developed and all planned or needed rights-of-way and utilities are
constructed;
Staff comments: The surrounding area has been subdivided with adequate right of ways and utility
easements to provide access to all neighboring lots.
4. The vacation of a public right-of-way provides access to a lake, river, or other area with public interest
or value, and if so, whether equal or superior access is provided;
Staff comments: The frontage road does not provide access to a lake, river, or other area with public
interest as it only provides access to private lands.
5. The proposed vacation would limit opportunities for interconnectivity with adjacent parcels, whether
developed or undeveloped;
Staff comments: There are additional right of ways within the parent subdivision as well as alleys to
provide interconnectivity of public access and utilities.
6. Other public access, other than general road use, exist or are feasible for the right-of-way;
Staff comments: The width of Wildwood Drive will provide adequate width for other uses, such as
pedestrian walkways or placement of utility lines, as needed.
7. All existing and future utility requirements are met. Rights-of-way which are utilized by a utility, or
which logically would be required by a utility, shall not be vacated, unless it can be demonstrated that
equal or superior access is or will be available. Where an easement would satisfactorily serve the
utility interests, and no other public need for the right-of-way exists, the commission may approve the
vacation and require that a utility easement be granted in place of the right-of-way.
Staff comments: The vacation has been sent to the utility companies for review and comments.
Utility providers have existing lines in this area. No new utility easements were requested. This
platting action will provide a minimum of 10 foot utility easements adjoining all right of ways.
8. Any other factors that are relevant to the vacation application or the area proposed to be vacated.
Staff comments: This section of the frontage road has not been improved and it not required as the
separate lots have been replatted into one parcel.
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If approved, Black Gold Estates 2021 Replat will finalize the proposed right of way vacation. The preliminary plat
has not been submitted to schedule for a Plat Committee meeting at the time the staff report was prepared. If the
sole purpose of the plat is to depict the area approved for vacation the preliminary plat may be submitted under
KPB 20.10.080 - Vacation Plat. The plat will be reviewed by staff for completeness and will not require approval
from the Planning Commission. If any exceptions from KPB code are requested the plat will need to be submitted
for review by the Plat Committee and may not be reviewed under KPB 20.10.080.
KPB department / anencv_review:
Planner - Bryan Taylor
This is located within the City of Kenai and not subject to local option
ENSTAR
zoning districts or material site review by KPB.
Code Compliance - Eric Ogren
No comments
Addressing - Derek Haws
Affected Addresses: 14224 Kenai Spur Highway (will remain with Lot 4B -
Block 8)
Existing street names shown are correct
Assessing - Matt Bruns
No concerns form Assessing Department.
Utilitv provider review:
HEA
Reviewed, no comments.
ENSTAR
No comments or recommendations.
ACS
GCI
Approved as shown.
Based on consideration of the merits as per KPB 20.65.050(F) as outlined by Staff comments, Staff recommends
APPROVAL as petitioned, subject to:
1 Consent by Kenai City Council.
2. Compliance with the requirements for preliminary plats per Chapter 20 of the KPB Code.
3. Grant utility easements requested by the Kenai City Council and utility providers.
4. Submittal of a final plat within a timeframe such that the plat can be recorded within one year of vacation
consent (KPB 20.70.130).
KPB 20.65.050 - Action on vacation application
H. A planning commission decision to approve a vacation is not effective without the consent of the city
council, if the vacated area to be vacated is within a city, or by the assembly in all other cases. The
council or assembly shall have 30 days from the date of the planning commission approval to either
consent to or veto the vacation. Notice of veto of the vacation shall be immediately given to the planning
commission. Failure to act on the vacation within 30 days shall be considered to be consent to the
vacation. This provision does not apply to alterations of utility easements under KPB 20.65.070 which
do not require the consent of the assembly or city council unless city code specifically provides
otherwise.
L Upon approval of the vacation request by the planning commission and no veto by the city council or
assembly, where applicable, the applicant shall have a surveyor prepare and submit a plat including
the entire area approved for vacation in conformance with KPB 20.10.080. Only the area approved for
vacation by the assembly or council may be included on the plat. The final plat must be recorded within
one year of the vacation consent.
J. A planning commission decision denying a vacation application is final. No reapplication or petition
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concerning the same vacation maybe filed within one calendar year of the date of the final denial action
except in the case where new evidence or circumstances exist that were not available or present when
the original petition was filed.
K. An appeal of the planning commission, city council or assembly vacation action under this chapter
must be filed in the superior court in accordance with the Alaska Rules of Appellate Procedure.
The 2019 Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan adopted November 2019 by Ordinance No. 2019-25.
The relevant objectives are listed.
Goal 3. Preserve and improve quality of life on the Kenai Peninsula Borough through increased access to local
and regional facilities, activities, programs and services-
- Focus Area: Energy and Utilities
0 Objective A - Encourage coordination or residential, commercial, and industrial development
with extension of utilities and other infrastructure.
• Strategy 1. Near- Term: Maintain existing easements (especially section line
easements) in addition to establishing adequate utility rights of way or easements to
serve existing and future utility needs.
• Strategy 2. Near- Term: Maintain regular contact with utility operators to coordinate
and review utility easement requests that are part of subdivision plat approval.
• Strategy 3. Near- Term: Identify potential utility routes on Borough lands.
- Housing
o Objective D. Encourage efficient use of land, infrastructure and services outside incorporated
cities by prioritizing future growth in the most suitable areas.
• Strategy 1. Near - Term: Collaborate with the AK Department of Transportation,
incorporated cities within the borough, utility providers, other agencies overseeing
local services, and existing communities located adjacent to the undeveloped areas
that are appropriate for future growth, to align plans for future expansion of services
to serve future residential development and manage growth.
Goal 4. Improve access to, from and connectivity within the Kenai Peninsula Borough
- Focus Area: Transportation
o Objective B. Ensure new roads are developed in alignment with existing and planned growth
and development.
• Strategy 2. Near - Term: Establish subdivision codes that dictate road construction
standards to accommodate future interconnectivity and/or public safety.
• Strategy 3. Near - Term: Identify areas of anticipated growth to determine future
access needs.
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KENAI
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-30
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI RECOMMENDING THAT BLACK GOLD ESTATES 2021 REPLAT ATTACHED
HERETO BE APPROVED
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received the plat from McLane Consulting, Inc. and,
WHEREAS, the plat meets Municipal Code requirements of the General Commercial zone; and,
WHEREAS, street names are referenced correctly; and,
WHEREAS, access to the proposed lot is via the Kenai Spur Highway which is a paved State
maintained highway; and Wildwood Drive which is a paved City maintained street; and
WHEREAS, Water and sewer lines are located within the right-of-way of Wildwood Drive. An
installation agreement is not required; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
1. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code 14.10.070 Subdivision design standards, the plat
conforms to the minimum street widths, easements are sufficiently provided for utilities,
the proposed lot would be arranged to provide satisfactory and desirable building sites,
and the preliminary plat meets standards for water and wastewater.
2. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the
proposed lots meets City standards for minimum lot sizes.
3. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code 14.24.020 General Requirements, the proposed lots
meet City standards for minimum lot width, maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and
setbacks.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That the preliminary plat of Black Gold Estates 2021 Replat be approved subject
to the following conditions:
1. Further development of the property shall conform to all federal, State of Alaska,
and local regulations.
Resolution No. PZ2021-30
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2. The Kenai City Council must declare the sixty -foot right-of-way not needed for a
public purpose and approve the vacation of the right-of-way as shown on the
preliminary plat.
3. A note should be added to the plat stating that 'no private access to State
maintained right-of-ways permitted unless approved by the State of Alaska,
Department of Transportation'.
4. Connection to City Water and Sewer pursuant to the provisions in KMC
17.010.010(a) and KMC 17.020.010(a).
5. Verification by the surveyor of the width of Wildwood Drive.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
this 28th day of July, 2021. /
J6
J , CHAIRPERSON
KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 28, 2021 — 7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVENUE, KENAI, ALASKA
CHAIR JEFF TWAIT, PRESIDING
MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Twait called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Twait led those assembled in the Pledge of the Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
Commissioners present: J. Twait, R. Springer, J. Halstead, A. Douthit, D. Fikes, G.
Woodard, G. Greenberg
Commissioners absent:
Staff/Council Liaison present: Planning Director R. Foster, Planning Assistant W.
Anderson, Deputy City Clerk M. Thibodeau, Council Liaison
J. Glendening
A quorum was present.
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Halstead MOVED to approve the agenda and Vice Chair Fikes SECONDED the
motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
4. Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Commissioner Douthit MOVED to approve the consent agenda and Vice Chair Fikes SECONDED
the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
*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.
5. *Excused absences — None.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 'Regular Meeting of July 14, 2021
The minutes were approved by the Consent Agenda.
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT — None.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT — None.
E. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS
Resolution PZ2021-30 - Preliminary Subdivision Plat of Black Gold Estates 2021
Replat, submitted by McLane Consulting, Inc., P. O. Box 468, Soldotna, AK 99669,
on behalf of Alex Douthit, 1104 Leeward Drive, Kenai, AK 99611
MOTION:
Vice Chair Fikes MOVED to approve Resolution No. PZ2021-30 and Commissioner Woodard
SECONDED the motion.
Commissioner Douthit declared a conflict of interest, stating that he is the owner of the plat under
consideration. Chair Twait ruled that Commissioner Douthit had a conflict and excused him from
voting.
Planning Director Foster presented his staff report with information provided in packet explaining
that the applicant wants to vacate the sixty foot right-of-way along the Southerly boundary, and
the size of the lot will be increased from approximately 3.1 acres to approximately 3.4 acres.
Approval of the plat was recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1. Further development of the property shall conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. The Kenai City Council must declare the sixty -foot right-of-way not needed for a public
purpose and approve the vacation of the right-of-way as shown on the preliminary plat.
3. A note should be added to the plat stating that'no private access to State maintained right
of -ways permitted unless approved by the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation'.
4. Connection to City Water and Sewer pursuant to the provisions in KMC 17.010.010(a) and
KMC 17.020.010(a).
5. Verification by the surveyor of the width of Wildwood Drive.
VOTE:
YEA: Halstead, Fikes, Greenberg, Woodard, Twait, Springer
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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July 28, 2021
Resolution PZ2021-27 — Application for the rezoning of a tract of land described as
the North 150 feet of Government Lot 34, Section 6, Township 5 North, Range 11
West, fronting the Kenai Spur Highway (KPB Parcel No. 04702011), from Suburban
Residential (RS) to General Commercial (CG). The application was submitted by
the majority property owner, Kenaitze Indian Tribe, 150 Willow Street, Kenai, Alaska
99611
MOTION
Vice Chair Fikes MOVED to approve Resolution No. PZ2021-27 and Commissioner Douthit
SECONDED the motion.
Planning Director Foster presented his staff report with information provided in packet explaining
that the applicants want to rezone the property in question from suburban residential to general
commercial. It was noted that the applicants own the property to the north which is already zoned
as general commercial, and they have indicated plans for building two greenhouses for private
use.
Chair Twait opened for public hearing.
John Williams thanked the Commission, and explained some of his past involvement with the
property. He conveyed the Church's willingness to go along with the zoning change and
welcomed the Kenaitze Native Association and Orthodox Church on the adjoining properties.
He stated that there is a fence running between the church property and old trailer court
property fence which is in disrepair, and asked that the new owners properly maintain the fence
and bring up to good condition.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Clarification was provided that a landscape plan would not be a part of the rezoning process,
although further development such as the proposed greenhouses could potentially trigger the
need for a landscape site plan as part of a building permit. It was noted that the fence repair as
requested during the public hearing could be considered a buffer within the landscape plan,
which is required by code between neighboring districts. The need for a building permit and
landscape plan depends on future development.
VOTE:
YEA: Greenberg, Woodard, Twait, Springer, Halstead, Douthit, Fikes
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
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H. NEW BUSINESS
1. Action/Approval -Approving a Letter of Non -Objection to the Time Extension for
the Finalization of the Plat of Kee's Tem Subdivision.
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Vice Chair Fikes MOVED to approve the letter of non -objection to the time extension for the
finalization of the plat of Kee's Tern Subdivision. Commissioner Woodard SECONDED the
motion.
Planning Director Foster noted the maps in the packet and laydown which present the preliminary
plat approved by the Planning & Zoning Commission in 2013 and the phase 1 finalization, and
clarified that tracts B, C and D remain to be finalized with the Borough. It was explained that after
the approval of the preliminary plat, the Kenai Peninsula Borough changed their code to allow for
extensions of ten years. The requested extension to finalize the remaining phases of the
preliminary plat would meet the ten-year maximum.
Clarification was provided that this would allow for an extension up to February 11, 2023, and the
Commission discussed whether this date should be added into the letter.
Kathleen Martin, owner of Kee's Turn subdivision, stated that she had no objection to adding this
date to the letter.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Vice Chair Fikes MOVED to amend the letter by adding that the date of extension goes until
February 11, 2023. Commissioner Woodard SECONDED the motion.
VOTE ON AMENDMENT:
YEA: Springer, Halstead, Douthit, Fikes, Greenberg, Woodard, Twait
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
VOTE ON MAIN MOTION:
YEA: Douthit, Fikes, Greenberg, Woodard, Twait, Springer, Halstead
NAY:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
PENDING ITEMS — None.
J. REPORTS
1. City Council — Council Member Glendening reported on the actions from the July
7, 2021 City Council meeting. Reported that there is an upcoming City Council work
session on Kenai Waterfront Revitalization and Economic Development Incentives,
and encouraged the Commission to attend.
2. Borough Planning — No report.
3. City Administration — Planning Director Foster reported on the following:
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• The City received a noise complaint for a Conditional Use Permit on Angler Drive;
• There is an upcoming Board of Adjustment hearing on Friday, July 30, 2021
regarding a Planning & Zoning Commission decision to approve a Conditional
Use Permit for the development of eight single family dwellings on 4t' Avenue;
• The next City Council meeting on August 4'" will include the approval of the
Special Use Permit for the Moosemeat John Cabin and two airport land
purchases, previously recommended for approval by the Planning & Zoning
Commission;
• Upcoming Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on August 11, 2021 is
anticipated to include a plat and an application for airport property development
incentives.
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT—
John Williams reminisced on his past involvement with the Commission, and expressed
enthusiasm for possible development of properties along the waterfront and planned development
by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe. He encouraged the commission to follow closely and work with the
Kenaitze in order to create economic growth in the City.
L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
M. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION
1. August11,2021
Commissioner Woodard noted that she may not be able to attend.
N. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS
Commissioner Halstead appreciated the input from everyone, especially that from former Mayor
John Williams.
O. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:59 p.m.
Minutes prepared and submitted by:
Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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