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KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 13, 2022 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
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1. CALL TO ORDER
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
c. Agenda Approval
d. Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes per
speaker)
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per
speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. November 9, 2021 .............................................................................................. Pg. 3
b. December 9, 2021 ............................................................................................. Pg. 7
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Discussion/Recommendation – Resolution No. AC21-01 – Recommending the
Council of the City of Kenai Approve and Adopt the City of Kenai Land Management
Plan. [Clerk's Note: At the November 9th Meeting, this Resolution was Postponed; a
Motion to Enact is On the Floor.]…………………………………..………………….Pg. 9
6. NEW BUSINESS
7. REPORTS
a. Airport Manager
b. City Council Liaison………………………………………………………………..….Pg. 46
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – February 10, 2022
9. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
a. Manager’s Mid-Month Report………………………………………………………..Pg. 55
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KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 9, 2021 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR GLENDA FEEKEN, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Feeken called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
a. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Feeken led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners Present:
Commissioners Absent:
G. Feeken, K. Dodge, D. Pitts, P. Minelga, J. Zirul
J. Bielefeld
Staff/Council Liaison Present: Airport Manager E. Conway, Planning Director R. Foster,
Council Liaison Baisden, Deputy Clerk Meghan Thibodeau
A quorum was present.
c. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Vice Chair Dodge MOVED to approve the agenda and Commissioner Minelga SECONDED the
motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Gabriel noted that the loss of Commissioner Derek Leichliter was a terrible tragedy. He
shared his memories of Derek as a great businessman and a personal friend, noting the work
he did for the City and the Airport Commission. He led the Commission in a moment of silence.
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. Regular Meeting of October 14, 2021
MOTION:
Commissioner Minelga MOVED to approve the meeting summary of October 14, 2021 and
Commissioner Pitts SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
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5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion/Recommendation – Resolution No. 2021-XX – Approval to Execute a
Lease to Integrated Account Management, Inc.
MOTION:
Commissioner Minelga MOVED to recommend approval of Lease to Integrated Account
Management, Inc. and Vice Chair Dodge SECONDED the motion.
Planning Director Foster noted the draft Council resolution in the packet for a 45-year lease to
Integrated Account Management, Inc. Their application is to continue their current use of the land
for professional offices. Foster stated that this use is compatible with this zoning district and with
the Comprehensive Plan, and staff’s opinion is that it is a good fit. He noted that because this is
airport property, the lease would go toward the airport fund.
Clarification was provided that the lessee has the opportunity to purchase the property, which
they had discussed with staff but decided instead to renew their lease.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
b. Discussion/Recommendation – Resolution No. AC21-01 – Recommending the
Council of the City of Kenai Approve and Adopt the City of Kenai Land Management
Plan
MOTION:
Vice Chair Dodge MOVED to approve of Resolution No. AC21-01 and Commissioner Pitts
SECONDED the motion.
Planning Director Foster gave a presentation on the draft Land Management Plan (LMP),
including why it was created, the background and development of the LMP, the new City Lands
Inventory and Database, the objectives of the LMP, how it categorizes lands by recommendation,
and timeline for approval by commissions and Council. He provided a demonstration of the new
GIS tool and explained how it interacts with the database, and how it can be used by the City and
the public in the future.
Discussion involved mixed-recommendation lands at the airport, how land values are
determined, and development conditions for donated land.
A parcel on map 24 was suggested to not be retained as it was adjacent to a new development
on airport leased land. It was also suggested to look at the land on the other side of Marathon
road for disposal and consider past commission discussion on these lands.
MOTION:
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Commissioner Pitts MOVED to postpone Resolution No. AC21-01 until December 9, 2021.
Commissioner Zirul SECONDED the motion.
There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
7. REPORTS
a. Airport Manager – Airport Manager Conway reported on the following:
• Enplanements and revenue are still down compared to 2019 but up from 2020;
• Working with Triangle Recycling on sand contract;
• Reported on current employment for airport snow & ice control;
• Discussed snow & ice removal and storage strategy.
b. City Council Liaison – Council Member Baisden introduced himself as the new
Airport Commission Liaison, and reported on actions taken during the November 4,
2021 City Council Meeting.
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – December 9, 2021
9. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Commissioner Pitts noted that Derek Leichliter was an aggressive businessman who was
dedicated to the local airports, and the kind of guy that made things happen. Noted that he had
a lot of good ideas and will be missed.
Commissioner Minelga shared memories of how he met and became friends with Commissioner
Leichliter, noting that he was generous and will be missed by the community. Noted that he
looks forward to working with Council Liaison Baisden.
Commissioner Zirul stated that he had known Commissioner Leichliter for many years, and
echoed everyone’s positive comments about him. Noted it is a great loss for commission and
he will be missed.
Vice Chair Dodge echoed the sentiments of other commissioners, noting that she really enjoyed
his energy and passion in the commission, and he will be greatly missed.
Chair Feeken noted that we will miss him, and his loss is very sad.
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
a. October Mid-Month Report
b. September 2021 Enplanement Report
12. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
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Meeting summary prepared and submitted by:
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Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 9, 2021 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR GLENDA FEEKEN, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Feeken called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
a. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Feeken led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners Present:
Commissioners Absent:
G. Feeken, P. Minelga, J. Zirul
J. Bielefeld, K. Dodge, D. Pitts
Staff/Council Liaison Present: Airport Manager E. Conway, Administrative Assistant E.
Brincefield, Council Liaison Baisden, Deputy Clerk Meghan
Thibodeau
No quorum was present.
c. Agenda Approval
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. Regular Meeting of November 9, 2021
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Discussion/Recommendation – Resolution No. AC21-01 – Recommending the
Council of the City of Kenai Approve and Adopt the City of Kenai Land Management
Plan [Clerk’s note: at the November 9, 2021 meeting, this item was postponed until
this meeting. A motion to adopt is on the floor.]
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion/Recommendation – Special Use Permit to American Red Cross of
Alaska for General Office Space
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7. REPORTS
a. Airport Manager
b. City Council Liaison
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – January 13, 2022
9. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
a. Manager’s Mid-Month Report
b. October 2021 Enplanement Report
12. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Due to a lack of a quorum, the meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
Meeting summary prepared and submitted by:
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Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Airport Commission
FROM: Ryan Foster, Planning Director
DATE: October 28, 2021
SUBJECT: Resolution AC21-01 – Recommending the Kenai City Council approve
and adopt the City of Kenai Land Management Plan
In 2018, City Council approved a City-wide approach to land management through the
development of the City’s first Land Management Plan. Since that time, Administration has
worked diligently to draft a Land Management Plan to inventory, evaluate, and develop
recommendations related to City-owned lands.
The City of Kenai Imagine Kenai 2030 Comprehensive Plan includes economic development and
land use goals and objectives to develop a land inventory and land use strategies to implement a
forward-looking approach to community growth and development. The goals of the Land
Management Plan incorporate many of these objectives and include the following:
• Provide an inventory of City-owned lands with detailed information on each parcel.
• Identify properties required for a public purpose or to meet a future public need.
• Establish recommendations for individual parcels that are surplus to the needs of the
City to assist in responsible development.
• Create a comprehensive reference document that establishes a format for developing
land management policies and procedures.
One of the City’s greatest assets is its land inventory. The City owns 369 subdivided parcels,
including wetlands, tidelands, lands surrounding the Kenai Airport, and lands suitable for a variety
of business, commercial, industrial, residential, recreational, and cultural purposes. The Land
Management Plan is an important tool to spur economic growth and improve the quality of life for
Kenai residents and is key to the long -term viability of the City.
On October 11, 2021 there was a joint work session with City Council and City Commission
Members to kick-off the review, discussion, and comment on the draft City of Kenai Land
Management Plan. Additional meetings have been scheduled with the Planning and Zoning
Commission, the Airport Commission, the Parks and Recreation Commission, the Beautification
Committee, and the Harbor Commission to solicit discussion and comments on the draft Land
Management Plan.
Please review the attached materials.
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Does the Commission recommend Council approve and adopt the City of Kenai Land
Management Plan?
Attachments
October 11, 2021 Joint Work Session Presentation
Link to the Draft City of Kenai Land Management Plan: https://www.kenai.city/lands/page/land-
management-plan
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CITY OF KENAI
AIRPORT COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. AC21-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE AIRPORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI
RECOMMENDING THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI APPROVE AND ADOPT
THE CITY OF KENAI LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN
WHEREAS, in 2018, City Council approved a City-wide approach to land management through
the development of the City’s first Land Management Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai Imagine Kenai 2030 Comprehensive Plan includes economic
development and land use goals and objectives to develop a land inventory and land use
strategies to implement a forward-looking approach to community growth and development; and,
WHEREAS, the City owns 369 subdivided parcels, including wetlands, tidelands, lands
surrounding the Kenai Airport, and lands suitable for a variety of business, commercial, industrial,
residential, recreational, and cultural purposes; and
WHEREAS, the Airport Commission of the City of Kenai and Planning Staff has received
numerous comments and input regarding the draft City of Kenai Land Management Plan; and,
WHEREAS, City Staff held public meetings on October 11, 2021 and October 27, 2021 and
scheduled public meetings for Commissions on November 4, 2021 November 8, 2021, and
November 9, 2021 to receive public comments and discuss the City of Kenai Land Management
Plan; and,
WHEREAS, City Staff created an electronic comment form available on the City website to receive
public comments on the City of Kenai Land Management Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Airport Commission held a public meeting on November 9, 2021 and
recommended that the Council of the City of Kenai approve the City of Kenai Land Management
Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED BY THE AIRPORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. The Draft of the City of Kenai Land Management Plan is hereby approved and
adopted as the City of Kenai Land Management Plan.
Section 2. That a copy of Resolution AC21-01 be forwarded to the Kenai City Council.
PASSED BY THE AIRPORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 9th day of
November, 2021.
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Resolution No. AC21-01
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New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
GLENDA FEEKEN, CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST:
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JAMIE HEINZ, CITY CLERK
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CITY OF KENAI
LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN CITY OF KENAI 13
WHAT IS OUR
"WHY"
The purpose of the Land Management
Plan is to evaluate and develop
recommendations related to City-
owned lands that encourage
responsible growth and
development to support a thriving
business, residential, recreational and
cultural community. LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN14
Background
In 2018, the Kenai City Council approved land code
revisions as part of a City-wide approach to land
management through development of the City’s first
Land Management Plan.LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN1963In 1963, the FAA transferred
nearly 2,000 acres of land
to the City of Kenai
1975
2006
1986
In 1975, the City first
defined rules and
regulations governing
the administration of
City-owned lands
In 1981, the City began to
actively dispose of lands
and enacted ordinances to
encourage disposal
2018
In 1986, Alaska went into
recession. Land values,
land sales, and leases
declined
In 2006, the Airport
land sale and leasing
code sections were
repealed and
reenacted
In 2016, the City Council
approved a policy for the sale
of ten Airport leased lands
(amended 2018, expired 2021)
In 2018, the City Council
approved revisions to the
Airport Lands Code and as
part of a City-wide approach
to Land management In 2019, the City Council
approved revisions to the
General Fund lands Code15
The City is unique in its ownership of a large and
diverse amount of public land
5,440 Acres of Land
369 Subdivided parcels
The equivalent of 4,114 Football Fields
(with endzones)
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANApproximately 8.5 square
miles, roughly the size of
Soldotna.
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A SIGNIFIGANT
UNDERTAKING
A Land Management Plan provides an active
approach to management that requires an
inventory of land holdings and a comprehensive
evaluation and analysis of each parcel.
In 2018, the City hired a Temporary Lands
Technician to research each parcel of City-
owned land and enter the information into a
new Lands Database.
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANOver 567 recorded documents
were reviewed and scanned into
the database as part of this project 17
New City Lands Inventory and Database
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANAn examination of public records and mapping was
performed for each City-owned parcel to review and
record detailed information in the database, including:
Property Description (e.g. physical characteristics,
zoning, land use)
Facilities (e.g. parks, trails, structures, utilities)
Status (e.g. public use, under active lease,
availability for lease or sale)
Fund (e.g. Airport Fund or General Fund)
How the land was obtained (e.g. State, FAA,
Municipal Entitlement, tax foreclosure)
Encumbrances (e.g. easements, restrictions)
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Land Management Plan Objectives LAND MANAGEMENT PLANProvide an inventory of City-owned lands with
detailed information on each parcel
Identify properties required for a public purpose
or to meet a future public need
Establish recommendations for individual parcels
that are surplus to the needs of the City to assist in
responsible development.
Create a comprehensive reference document
that establishes a format for developing land
management policies and procedures.
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IMPROVED RESPONSE
TO PUBLIC
The Land Management Plan can be used to
actively manage City-owned lands in a
wholistic way as well as provide better
information to the public.
In the future, we hope to make the Plan
available on the City's interactive online
mapping tool, allowing the public to research
City-owned lands from anywhere.
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANvs.
No Public Inventory
of City-owned Lands
A member of the public must
identify a parcel of interest
No Individual Parcel
Information on File
City staff must research to
determine if a parcel has
conveyance or legislative
restrictions
No Guidance or Planning
Documents
Administration provides
recommendation on case-
by-case basis
Public Listing
of City-owned Lands
Available listing on City website
and at City Hall
Individual Parcel
Information Available
A member of the public can
immediately know if a parcel
has been designated for lease
or sale
Land Management Plan
Provides guidance and
direction to Administration on
the management of City-
owned lands
BEFORE AFTER
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Land Statistics LAND MANAGEMENT PLANApproximately 1,613 acres or
129 parcels of City-owned
lands are designated as
Airport Fund
35%
Parcels of City-owned Land
are designated as
"Airport Fund"
35%
The City will generate $512,255 from
46 leases of land designated as
Airport Fund in FY22, not including
apron, airline, or terminal leases
AIRPORT FUND
PARCELS CURRENTLY
UNDER LEASE
Recommendations for Airport Fund Parcels Based
on the Final Draft Land Management Plan:
49 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
LEASE-ONLY
19 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
RETENTION
47 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
LEASE OR SALE
14 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
MIXED: RETAIN/DISPOSE21
Land Statistics
Recommendations for General Fund Parcels
Based on the Final Draft Land Management Plan: LAND MANAGEMENT PLANApproximately 3,826 acres or 239 parcels of City-
owned lands are designated as General Fund.65%
Parcels of City-owned Land
designated as "General Fund"8.75%
The City will generate $218,031 from 19 leases of land designated as General
Fund in FY22, including tidelands, shorefishery, and no-cost leases
GENERAL FUND PARCELS CURRENTLY UNDER LEASE
19 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
LEASE-ONLY
113 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
RETENTION
86 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
LEASE OR SALE
21 PARCELS RECOMMENDED FOR
MIXED: RETAIN/DISPOSE22
Land Management Plan Retention Recommendations LAND MANAGEMENT PLANMany City-owned lands should be
retained for a public purpose and
many are suitable for a variety of
business, commercial, industrial,
residential, recreational and cultural
purposes.
The Plan has four
recommendation categories:
Retain
Dispose
Dispose - Lease Only
Mixed - Retain/Dispose
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How the Land Management Plan is Structured
The plan breaks city-
owned lands into 46
areas with a map for
each area
Each area includes an
overview and tables with
detailed information on
recommendations for
each parcel
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Land Management Plan Recommendation Categories
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANThe Land Management Plan contains a recommendation for each
parcel using the following categories:
Retain Dispose Dispose -
Lease Only
Mixed -
Retain/
Dispose
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Parcels 67 35
131
Parcels
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Land Management Plan Recommendation Categories
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANRetain
Dispose
Dispose -
Lease Only
Mixed -
Retain/
Dispose
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Land Management Plan Recommendation Categories
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANRetain
Dispose
Dispose -
Lease Only
Mixed -
Retain/
Dispose
IMAGERY
GIS
PLUS DATA
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Land Management Plan Land Fund Categories
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANAirport Reserve
Land
Airport Land
Outside the
Airport
Reserve
General
Fund Land
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Land Management Plan Land Fund Categories
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANAirport Reserve
Land
Airport Land
Outside the
Airport
Reserve
General
Fund Land
IMAGERY
GIS
PLUS DATA
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Land Management Plan Draft Timeline
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANOCT
Planning & Zoning Commission
November 10
Airport Commission
November 9
NOV
Parks & Recreation Commission
November 4
Harbor Commission
November 8
JAN
Resolution to approve Land
Management Plan
January 5
DEC
Request to Schedule City
Council Work Session to Finalize
Land Management Plan
December 1
Work Session to Finalize Land
Management Plan
Early December
Joint Work Session
Kenai Visitor Center
October 11
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Land Management Plan Process
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANMEET01. TODAY'S JOINT
WORKSESSION
INTRODUCTION OF DRAFT
LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN 02. COMMISSION
WORK SESSIONS /
PUBLIC COMMENTS
RECOMMEND AMENDMENTS
e.g. additional information such as
personal knowledge of a parcel
appropriate to include, factual
inaccuracies, reasons to change a
recommendation
03. CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
DISCUSS RECOMMENDED
AMENDMENTS &
COMMENTS
MEET
RECOMMEND
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Land Management Plan Process Continued
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANAdministration revises plan for
approval
Council determines if more work
sessions are necessary
Resolution approving plan
scheduled by Council
Hold public hearing on resolution
AFTER COUNCIL WORK SESSION:
Update lands database to reflect
approved plan
GIS needs assessment
Implementation plan
AFTER APPROVAL:
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Online Mapping
Presentation
LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN33
Questions and
Comments
LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN34
LAND MANAGEMENT PLANQR Code to
City of Kenai
Land Management Plan
Webpage
https://www.kenai.city/lands/page/land-
management-plan
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel, Council Members and City Commissions
FROM: Paul Ostrander, City Manager
DATE: December 6, 2021
SUBJECT: Disposition of City Lands – Summary of KMC 22.05
Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 22.05, The Disposition of City Lands, was repealed and reenacted
by Ordinance 3072-2019 on October 2, 2019. This memorandum will provide an overview of this
provision of code. Excerpts from code are identified in italics.
KMC Chapter 22.05 applies to City owned real property other than lands within the airport reserve
–described in KMC Chapter 21.10, and the leasing of tidelands for shore fisheries.
Authority
KMC Chapter 22.05 establishes the authority for the City’s land disposals:
The City may sell, convey, exchange, transfer, donate, dedicate, direct, assign to use, or
otherwise dispose of City-owned real property, including property acquired, held for, or previously
devoted to a public purpose, only in accordance with this chapter, and, with respect to properties
acquired through foreclosure for taxes, in compliance with those terms and provisions of AS 29
which apply to home-rule municipalities. Disposal or sale of lands shall be made only when, in
the judgment of the City Council, such lands are not or are no longer required for a public purpose.
Intent
KMC Chapter 22.05 establishes the intent of the chapter and goes further to establish that it is
not the intent of the chapter to allow for speculation on City-owned lands:
It is the intent of this chapter to provide land policies and practices that encourage responsible
growth and development to support a thriving business, residential, recreational and cultural
community.
It is not the intent of this chapter to allow for speculation on City-owned lands. All leases, sales,
and other disposals of City-owned land must meet the intent of this chapter.
Lease and / or Sale of City Lands
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KMC Chapter 22.05 has provisions for the lease and sale of City owned real property. An
individual or entity that wishes to acquire real property from the City can pursue a lease, a sale,
or a lease with an option to purchase from the City.
Lease
To lease City owned lands an applicant must first submit a lease application:
All applications for lease of lands must be submitted to the City Manager or designee on an
application form provided by the City. Applications will be dated on receipt and must include
payment of the nonrefundable application fee as set forth in the City’s schedule of fees
approved by the City Council.
If a subdivision is required to lease the land, the costs of that subdivision are generally at the
expense of the applicant:
Applications which propose a subdivision shall require the applicant to be responsible for all
costs associated with the subdivision, including but not limited to any new appraisal,
engineering services, surveying and consulting costs unless, in the sole discretion of the City
Council, it is determined that the subdivision serves other City purposes.
To determine the annual lease rate of the property an appraisal must have been completed in
the last 12 months:
Applications for lands which have not been appraised within one (1) year of the requested
starting date of the lease require the applicant to be responsible for all costs associated with
appraisal. The cost of the appraisal shall be credited or refunded to the lessee once
development is completed as required by the lease, extension or renewal.
The length of the lease term is based on the amount of investment the applicant proposes to
make with a minimum investment of $7,500 equaling a maximum term of 5 years, and an
investment value of $307,500 or more equaling a maximum term of 45 years:
The length of term for an initial lease shall be based on the amount of investment the applicant
proposes to make in the construction of new permanent improvements on the premises as
provided in the application. The City Council may offer a shorter lease term, if the City Council
makes specific findings that a shorter lease term is in the best interest of the City.
The maximum term of a lease shall be determined according to the following term table and
cannot exceed forty-five (45) years:
The public is notified of all lease applications received by the City to provide an opportunity for
competing applications:
Notice of complete applications for new leases, renewals or extensions shall be published in a
newspaper of general circulation within the City and posted on the property. The notice must
contain the name of the applicant, a brief description of the land, whether the applicant requests
a lease with an option to purchase, and the date upon which any competing applications must
be submitted (thirty (30) days from the date of publication).
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If a competing application is submitted, the City Manager will recommend the application
anticipated to best serve the interest of the City to the applicable commissions and the City
Council:
If another application for a new lease, extension or a renewal is received for the same property
within thirty (30) days from the notice of application publication date by a different applicant, City
staff shall process the application and forward the application, the City Manager’s
recommendation and applicable commission recommendations to the City Council for approval
of the application anticipated to best serve the interest of the City. The City Council may
approve one (1) of the applications, reject all the applications or direct the City Manager to
award a lease of the property by sealed bid.
If there are no competing applications, the City Council will determine if the lease is in the best
interests of the City after considering the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning
Commission, any other applicable commissions, and the City Manager:
The recommendations of the City Manager, Planning and Zoning Commission, and any other
applicable commissions shall be provided to the City Council. The City Council shall determine
whether the lease is consistent with the intent of this chapter and in the best interest of the City.
The decision whether or not to lease land rests in the sole discretion of the City Council.
Development Incentives
The City Council may approve lease incentives to encourage commercial development:
A credit may be applied toward rent for a maximum of five (5) years. The credit may only include
the value of site preparation work on the leased premises to include clearing and grubbing,
unclassified excavation, classified fill and back fill, crushed aggregate base course, and utility
extensions.
For the credit to be applied, the approved scope of work must be completed.
Sale of Land
KMC Chapter 22.05 authorizes the sale of City owned lands through both a non-competitive and
competitive process:
There are four methods to sell City owned lands through a non-competitive process:
(i) Conveyance to encourage new enterprises where it is found that encouragement of a
new commercial or industrial enterprise would be in the best interest of the City; one (1)
or more parcels of City land may be sold upon such terms as to price, conditions of
conveyance, and with such contingencies as may be set forth in the ordinance.
(ii) Property sale to adjacent owners for the conveyance of a parcel of City property at fair
market value to the owner of adjacent land whenever, in the judgment of the City
Council, the parcel of land is of such small size, shape, or location that it could not be
put to practical use by any other party.
(iii) Grant or devotion of real property to the United States, the State of Alaska, a local
political subdivision of the State of Alaska, or any agency of any of these governments
or a nonprofit corporation, for a consideration agreed upon between the City and
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grantee without a public sale if the grant, devotion or lease is in the best interest of the
City.
(iv) Conveyance of land to resolve a land use conflict.
There are four methods to sell City owned lands through a competitive process:
(i) Public outcry auction to the highest responsible bidder.
(ii) Sealed bid to the highest responsible bidder.
(iii) Over-the-counter sale after a public outcry auction or sealed bid process on a first-come
basis, provided minimum development requirements are met within two (2) years of sale
and the land is sold for fair market value. An appraisal to determine fair market value
must be completed within a one (1) year period prior to the date of sale.
(iv) Leased land in which the lease was subject to competition through the lease application
review process and which contains an option to purchase once the minimum
development requirements have been met for the fair market value of the land excluding
permanent improvements made by the lessee. An appraisal to determine fair market
value must be completed within a one (1) year period prior to the sale.
The application process, subdivision process (if necessary) and appraisal process for the sale of
land is similar to the process for the lease of land:
All requests to purchase City land must be submitted to the City Manager or designee on
approved forms provided by the City. Applications will be dated on receipt and payment of the
nonrefundable application fee and must include applicable deposit as set forth in the City’s
schedule of fees adopted by the City Council. The City Council may decide to sell lands
consistent with the intent of this chapter after a recommendation from the City Manager and any
appropriate City commission. The City Council may always recommend a lease as opposed to a
sale when in the best interest of the City and consistent with the intent of this chapter.
Applications which propose a subdivision shall require the applicant to be responsible for all
costs associated with the subdivision, including but not limited to engineering services,
surveying and consulting costs, unless in the sole discretion of the City Council it is determined
the subdivision serves other City purposes. Sales of parcels must be of appropriate size to meet
the needs of the proposed development or use to meet the intent of this chapter. The sale of
excess acreage not needed for the intended development or use does not meet the intent of this
chapter.
The City will retain the services of an independent real estate appraiser certified under Alaska
State statutes to determine the fair market value for a determination of the minimum price on the
land to be paid for from the deposit made by the applicant unless such an appraisal has been
obtained within one (1) year prior to the date of sale. The cost of the appraisal will be credited
toward the purchaser at closing.
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Lease with an option to purchase
KMC Chapter 22.05 will allow an applicant to request to acquire City land using a combination
of lease and sale. A lease with an option to purchase would allow an applicant to lease the real
property for a period of time, during which the development of the property could be completed
and the applicant would benefit from lease development incentives, followed by the sale of the
property when the incentives have been exhausted.
Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 21.10
KMC Chapter 21.10, Leasing and Acquisition of Airport Reserve Lands, with few exceptions,
mirrors KMC Chapter 21.05, although KMC Chapter 21.10 does not allow the sale of land.
Airport Reserve Lands are available for lease only.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel, Council Members and City Commissions
FROM: Ryan Foster, Planning Director
DATE: December 6, 2021
SUBJECT: Zoning and Definition of “Retain” and “Dispose” in the Draft Land
Management Plan
Zoning in the City of Kenai
The City of Kenai is a home rule city with its own City Charter and Municipal Code. Kenai
Municipal Code Title 14 Planning and Zoning codifies the planning and development processes
within the City by implementing the Comprehensive Plan (long range policy document),
establishing zoning districts, and specifying development standards for zoning districts regarding
land use, form, layout, and density.
To determine the land uses and development standards of a parcel, the City’s Zoning Map and
Land Use Table must be referenced. Each parcel in the City has a zoning designation (there are
17 total zoning districts) across categories such as residential, commercial, industrial, etc. The
City of Kenai Interactive Zoning Map App can be found here:
https://kenai.maps.arcgis.com/home/index.html
After determining the zoning district of a property, reference the KMC 14.22.010 Land Use Table,
which contains a list of land uses and all of the corresponding zoning districts in the City. A land
use is either designated as P= Principal Permitted Use, C= Conditional Use, S= Secondary Use,
N= Not Permitted for each zoning district. This provides the necessary information to determine
the development options for a property based on the zoning and the desired land use. The Land
Use Table can be found here:
https://kenai.municipal.codes/KMC/14.22
Definitions of “Retain” and “Dispose” in the Draft Land Management Plan
The Draft Land Management Plan contains recommendations for each City owned property. For
clarification, below are the definitions of “retain” and “dispose” and where they can currently be
found in Kenai Municipal Code in the same context:
•“Retain” means a parcel is needed for a public purpose, such as for:
o Existing public buildings and facilities.
o Future public buildings and facilities.
o Public purposes such as wetlands, beach protection, and stormwater retention.
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o For Airport Fund lands, “retain” means the parcel is needed for a public purpose
where the use is aviation-related or consistent with the FAA self-sustaining
requirement and does not adversely affect the airport’s capacity, security, safety,
or operations.
o In this context, the term retained is currently found in Kenai Municipal Code:
22.05.110 Determination as to need for public purpose
•“Dispose” means the parcel has not been retained for a public purpose and will be
considered available for lease, sale, or lease with the option to purchase. All disposals
are at the discretion of the Kenai City Council and must meet the intent of Kenai Municipal
Code:
o 22.05.010 Authority and intent
(c) It is the intent of this chapter to provide land policies and practices that
encourage responsible growth and development to support a thriving
business, residential, recreational and cultural community.
(d) It is not the intent of this chapter to allow for speculation on City-owned
lands. All leases, sales, and other disposals of City-owned land must meet
the intent of this chapter.
•In order for a property to be sold, it must first be determined that it is not needed for a
public purpose. Most disposals will require development on the parcel. In this context, the
term disposal is currently found in Kenai Municipal Code:
o KMC 22.05.015 Lands available for lease, sale, or disposal
o KMC 22.05.095 Methods of sale or disposal
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel, Council Members and City Commissions
FROM: Paul Ostrander, City Manager
DATE: January 4, 2022
SUBJECT: City of Kenai Land Management Plan Requested Information
This memo provides additional information requested by the Planning and Zoning Commission at
its December 22, 2021 Regular Meeting to clarify the intent of the City of Kenai Land Management
Plan and the best way for Commissioners to make amendments, as well as provide an example
of a motion to amend and sample Implementation Plan that Commissions may use as they review
and consider recommending adoption of the Land Management Plan.
Intent of the Land Management Plan
The intent of the Land Management Plan is to catalog the inventory of City-owned lands, including
identification of properties needed for a public purpose, and recommendations for lease or sale
of individual parcels not needed for a public purpose. The Plan does not provide land policies or
procedures or include an implementation plan. The City’s land policies for lease and sale of City-
owned land are provided in the Kenai Municipal Code, and the decision whether or not to lease
or sell land rests in the sole discretion of the City Council. Any sale or lease of City-owned land
would require further Council action. An implementation plan is a separate document outlining
action items based on the adopted Land Management Plan. An implementation plan would
require Council approval.
Motions to Amend
All commissioner-suggested amendments received in writing or requested during a scheduled
meeting or work session will be compiled by the Planning Director and placed in the proper format
for consideration at the meeting in which the commission resolution to adopt the Plan will be
considered.
If an amendment has not been received in writing, or has not been requested during previous
meetings or work sessions, motions to amend the draft Plan may also be made by commissioners
at the meeting in which the commission resolution to adopt the Plan will be considered.
Amendments related to land ownership changes or clerical errors will not need to be made as
motions to amend the Plan. Administration will prepare a memo with these updates and
corrections when the Plan is finalized for consideration by City Council.
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Example: Motion to Amend
The following is an example of a recommended amendment provided by a Commissioner that
may be made as a motion to amend:
Map 8, Page 36, Parcel Numbers 04314103 and 04314104 should not be recommended for
disposal. These parcels should be retained for a public purpose of future sports facilities.
The following amendment is respectfully requested:
Amend Section 1 so that it reads:
The draft of the City of Kenai Land Management Plan is hereby recommended for adoption with
the following amendment:
1. The retention status of parcel numbers 04314103 and 04314104, which appear on Map 8
Kenai Spur Highway North Corridor be changed from Dispose to Retain.
Example: Role of Implementation Plan in Process
Attached is a table describing the role of the Kenai Municipal Code, Land Management Plan
and a sample Implementation Plan in the management of City-owned lands.
Attachment
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A Codification of the General
Ordinances
of the City of Kenai
Title 21 and Title 22
Govern City Airport
Reserve Lands and
City-Owned Lands
Provides land lease and
sale policies and practices
that encourage
responsible growth and
development to support a
thriving business,
residential, recreational
and cultural community.
Provides process for
competitive lease
application, and both
competitive and non-
competitive sale of lands
as well as rules governing
subdivision, appraisal,
annual lease rates and
terms, public notice, and
review by commissions
An inventory of City-owned lands
and comprehensive reference
document
Land Inventory and Retention
Recommendations Adopted
by a Resolution of the City
Council
KENAI
MUNICIPAL CODE LAND
MANAGEMENT
PLAN
An outline of action items
approved by Council based
on the adopted Land
Management Plan
For example:
SAMPLE:
IMPLEMENTATION
PLAN
Provides an inventory of
City-owned lands with
detailed information on
each parcel
Identifies properties
recommended required
or not needed for a public
purpose
Information available to
the public
NOTE: the decision whether or not to lease or sell City-owned land rests in the sole discretion of the City Council
Date Actions
Staff
Assigned X
March
2022
Apply to
Borough for
removal of
restrictive plat
notes on City
lands
Planning
March
2022
Request
removal of
patent
restrictions
from BLM
Planning
July
2023
Request FAA
release of
parcels not
needed for a
public purpose
Airport/
Planning
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Airport Commission
FROM: Ryan Foster, Planning Director
DATE: January 6, 2022
SUBJECT: Requested Amendment to Resolution AC 21-01 – Recommending the
Council of the City of Kenai Approve and Adopt the City of Kenai Land
Management Plan
The Administration is requesting the following amendments to the Airport Commission Resolution
No. 21-01:
Amend the Title to read:
A Resolution of The Airport Commission of the City of Kenai Recommending the Council
of the City of Kenai [APPROVE AND ADOPT] the City of Kenai Land Management Plan
Delete the seventh whereas in its entirety:
[THE AIRPORT COMMISSION HELD A PUBLIC MEETING ON NOVEMBER 9, 2021 AND
RECOMMENDED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI APPROVE THE CITY OF KENAI LAND
MANAGEMENT PLAN]
Insert a new seventh whereas to read:
WHEREAS, after reviewing the plan as presented on November 9, 2021, the Airport
Commission has recommended amendments for consideration by City Council.
Section 1 to read:
The Draft of the City of Kenai Land Management Plan is hereby [APPROVED AND ADOPTED AS
THE CITY OF KENAI LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN.] recommended for adoption with the following
amendments:
Thank you for your consideration.
New Text, [DELETED TEXT]
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Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
December 15, 2021 ꟷ 6:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
**Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 4**
www.kenai.city
Action Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
1.Pledge of Allegiance
2.Roll Call
3.Agenda Approval
4.Consent Agenda (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes) per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*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
(Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker)
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
(Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3256-2021 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations in the Airport Improvements Capital Project Funds, Authorizing the
Acceptance of a Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration for the Kenai Municipal
Airport Sand Storage Facility Construction Phase II, and Authorizing a Budget Transfer in
the Airport Improvements Capital Project Fund – Kenai Municipal Airport Sand Storage
Facility Project to Facilitate the Return of Funds Advanced from the Airport Special Revenue
Fund. (Administration)
2.ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3257-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating a
Collection Equity Award from the Network of the National Library of Medicine Region 5 for
the Purchase of Health and Wellness Titles for the Kenai Community Library Collection.
(Council Members Knackstedt and Pettey)
3.ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3258-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating
Funding from the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, Division of
Public Health, for the Healthy and Equitable Communities Program, and Authorizing the
City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Agreement for this Funding. (Administration)
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4.ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY AS AMENDED. Ordinance No. 3259-2021 - Increasing
Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General and Municipal Roadway
Improvement Capital Project Funds, and Increasing a Purchase Order to Foster’s
Construction for the 2021 Bryson Ave Bluff Erosion Repair Project. (Administration)
5.ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3260-2021 - Amending Kenai Municipal
Code 13.40.010-Definitions, to Maintain Current Regulations on Off-Road Vehicle Use in
Kenai After January 1, 2022. (Council Member Knackstedt)
6.ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2021-71 - Amending the Employee
Classification Plan to Change the Range of the Parks and Recreation Director.
(Administration)
E. MINUTES
1.APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Regular Meeting of December 1, 2021. (City
Clerk)
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.ADOPTED. Resolution No. 2021-64 - Awarding an Agreement for the Kenai Waterfront
Redevelopment Assessment and Feasibility Study. (Administration) [Clerk's Note: At the
November 3, 2021 Meeting, this item was Postponed to this meeting; a motion to enact is
on the floor.]
G. NEW BUSINESS
1.ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2.INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/5/2022.
*Ordinance No. 3261-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the Institute of
Museum and Library Services through the Department of Education and Early
Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums for the Purchase of a Hold
Locker. (Administration)
3.INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/5/2022.
*Ordinance No. 3262-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the Institute of
Museum and Library Services Passed Through the Department of Education and Early
Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums for the Purchase of Steam Kit
Shelving, Library Materials, and Other Items. (Administration)
4.INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/5/2022.
*Ordinance No. 3263-2021 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
General Fund – Police Department and Accepting Grants from the United States
Department of Justice and Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association (AMLJIA)
for the Purchase of Ballistic Vests. (Administration)
5.INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/5/2022.
*Ordinance No. 3264-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating Asset Forfeiture Funds Provided
to the City of Kenai through the State of Alaska Department of Public Safety.
(Administration)
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6. INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/5/2022.
*Ordinance No. 3265-2021 - Increasing Estimated Revenue and Appropriations in the
General Fund and the Parks Improvement Capital Project Fund for Additional Kenai Dog
Park Funding. (Vice Mayor Glendening and Council Members Winger and Baisden)
7. APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. Action/Approval - Special Use Permit to American Red
Cross of Alaska for General Office Space. (Administration)
8. APPOINTMENTS OF DAN PITTS, JACOB CALDWELL, JOSHUA DAILY, LISA
GABRIEL, JANET PHILLIPS, CHRISTINA WARNER, CHUCK THORNTON, FRANCES
KILFOYLE, NATE BERGA, VICTORIA ASKIN, CHARLIE STEPHENS, AND JENNIFER
JOANIS CONFIRMED. Action/Approval - Council Confirmation of Mayoral Nominations
to the City's Commissions and Committee. (Mayor Gabriel)
9. POSTPONED TO 1/5/2022. Action/Approval - Confirmation of Mayoral Nominations for
Appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. (Mayor Gabriel)
10. APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. Action/Approval - City Participation in UCIDA
Lawsuit. (Mayor Gabriel)
H. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
6. Beautification Committee
7. Mini-Grant Steering Committee
I. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
L. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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M. PENDING ITEMS
N. ADJOURNMENT
O. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Purchase Orders Between $2,500 and $15,000
2. Letter from the Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks
3. CIRCAC Director's Report
4. Thank you letter to GLM
5. Thank you letter to Pioneers of Alaska
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City’s website at www.kenai.city. Copies of
resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s Office or outside the Council Chamber prior
to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 907-283-8231.
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January 05, 2022
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
January 05, 2022 ꟷ 6:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
**Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 3**
www.kenai.city
Action Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes) per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*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
(Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker)
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
(Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3261-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating a
Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Department of
Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums for the
Purchase of a Hold Locker. (Administration)
2. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3262-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating a
Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services Passed Through the Department
of Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums for the
Purchase of Steam Kit Shelving, Library Materials, and Other Items. (Administration)
3. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY AS AMENDED. Ordinance No. 3263-2021 - Increasing
Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund – Police Department and
Accepting Grants from the United States Department of Justice and Alaska Municipal
League Joint Insurance Association (AMLJIA) for the Purchase of Ballistic Vests.
(Administration)
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4. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3264-2021 - Accepting and Appropriating
Asset Forfeiture Funds Provided to the City of Kenai through the State of Alaska
Department of Public Safety. (Administration)
5. ENACTED. Ordinance No. 3265-2021 - Increasing Estimated Revenue and Appropriations
in the General Fund and the Parks Improvement Capital Project Fund for Additional Kenai
Dog Park Funding. (Vice Mayor Glendening and Council Members Winger and Baisden)
6. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2022-01 - Approving the Purchase of Fifteen
Mobile Radios and Associated Programming for the Police and Fire Departments Under
Sole Source Purchases from Motorola Solutions Using NASPO Valuepoint Contract Pricing
for the Total Price of $83,979.77. (Administration)
7. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2022-02 - Adopting an Alternative Allocation
Method for the FY22 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program and Certifying that this
Allocation Method Fairly Represents the Distribution of Significant Effects of Fisheries
Business Activity In FMA 14: Cook Inlet Area. (Administration)
8. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2022-03 - Amending the Employee
Classification Plan to Change the Range of the Human Resources Director. (Administration)
E. MINUTES
1. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Regular Meeting of December 15, 2021. (City
Clerk)
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. APPOINTMENTS OF GWEN WOODARD AND JEFF TWAIT CONFIRMED.
Action/Approval - Confirmation of Mayoral Nominations for Appointment to the Planning
and Zoning Commission. (Mayor Gabriel) [Clerk's Note: At the December 15, 2021
Meeting, this item was Postponed to this meeting.]
G. NEW BUSINESS
1. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified.
(Administration)
2. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Action/Approval - Non-Objection to
Marijuana License Transfer for Herban Extracts, LLC. (City Clerk)
3. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Action/Approval - Non-Objection to Liquor
License Renewals for Country Liquor, Wal-Mart Supercenter and American Legion Post 20.
(City Clerk)
4. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Action/Approval - Special Use Permit to
Schilling Alaska, Inc., d/b/a the Uptown Motel for Snow Storage. (Administration)
5. INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/19/2022.
*Ordinance No. 3266-2022 - Accepting and Appropriating Funds in the Airport Fund, and
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Accepting Two Grants From the Federal Aviation Administration Under the American
Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (H.R. 1319, Public Law 117-2). (Administration)
6. APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. Action/Approval – Kenai Bluff Stabilization Project Thank
You Letter (Council Member Pettey)
H. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
6. Beautification Committee
7. Mini-Grant Steering Committee
I. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
L. EXECUTIVE SESSION
M. PENDING ITEMS
N. ADJOURNMENT
O. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Purchase Orders Between $2,500 and $15,000
2. Thank You Letter to VFW
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City’s website at www.kenai.city. Copies of
resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s Office or outside the Council Chamber prior
to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 907-283-8231.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council
THROUGH: Paul Ostrander, City Manager
FROM: Eland Conway, Airport Manager
DATE: December 7, 2021
SUBJECT: Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) Mid-Month Report
ENA Property Damage
On the morning of Sunday, November 28, a vehicle crashed into the ENA Security Gate at the
end of Granite Point Ct. The vehicle appears to be a light-colored sedan. The gate remains out
of service, quotes for repairs are being gathered, and there are no significant impacts to
operations. The investigation is ongoing. Reference KPD Case #2111-0500.
Enplanements
October enplanements were down 26% compared to October of 2019. YTD enplanements are
down 32% compared to 2019.
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Airport Mid-Month Report
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Parking Revenue
Parking revenue for October was down 12% compared to October of 2019. YTD parking
revenue is down 31% compared to 2019.
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