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KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 20, 2004
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. CERTIFICATION OF ELECTION
4. Agenda Approval
5. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-
controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
ITEM A: REPORTS OF LEGISLATORS, KPB ASSEMBLY AND COUNCILS
ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes)
ITEM C: UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 minutes)
ITEM E: REPORTS OF KENAI CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
BOARD AND KENAI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ITEM F: MAYOR AND COUNCIL OATHS OF OFFICE
BREAK
ITEM G: ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR
ITEM H: PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 2068-2004 -- Amending KMC 14.20.320(b) by Changing
the Definitions of "Mobile Home," "Manufactured Housing," and "Modular
Housing."
2. Ordinance No. 2069-2004 -- Finding that Certain City -Owned Lands
Located in Section 36 Adjacent to the Kenai Spur Highway and Further
Identified as KPB Parcels #043-010-38, #043-010-33 and #043-010-34
Are Needed for a Public Purpose.
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3. Ordinance No. 2070-2004 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $150,000 in the Airport Land System Special Revenue
Fund and the Parallel Taxiway Capital Proj ect Fund.
4. Ordinance No. 2071-2004 -- Finding that Certain City -Owned Land,
Identified as Lots 1 2, Block 6, Mommsens S/D Replat of Additions 1 8�
2, Located at 2402 2406 California Avenue in Kenai, Are Required for a
Public Purpose.
5.
6.
ITEM I:
1.
ITEM J:
ITEM K:
1.
2.
Resolution No. 2004-56 -- Transferring $2,977 in the General Fund to
Pay Taxes on Properties Declared to be Needed for a Public Purpose.
*2004 Liquor License Continuance -- REMOVAL OF PROTEST
Kenai Joe's Bar
MINUTRS
*Regular Meeting of October 6, 2004.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
3. *Ordinance No. 2072-2004 -- Amending KMC 14.20.245 by Adding
Section d(4) to Prohibit Parking of Recreational Vehicles on Private
Property That Has No Principle Permitted Structure Except as Otherwise
Allowed Under KMC 14.20.245(e).
4. *Ordinance No. 2073-2004 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $151,314.05 for Shop Site Remediation.
5. Discussion -- Council Seat Appointment
6. Discussion -- Water Quality Standards/2004 Proposed Mixing Zone
Revisions
ITEM L: COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Library Commission
5. Parks & Recreation Commission
6. Planning 8, Zoning Commission
7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
a. Beautification Committee
b. Alaska Municipal League Report
C. Arctic Winter Games
d. Stranded Gas Committee
ITEM M: REPORT OF THE MAYOR
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. Attorney
3. City Clerk
DISCUSSION
1. Citizens (five minutes)
2. Council
EXECUTIVE SESSION -None Scheduled
ITEM P• ADJOURNMENT
KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 20, 2004
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS AND
MAYOR -ELECT PAT PORTER, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:02 p.m. in the Council
Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building.
A-1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A-2.
T,AT T /%AT T
Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Present were:
Joe Moore
Rick Ross
Linda Swarner
Pat Porter
Mayor John J. Williams
Absent were: Blaine Gilman and James C. Bookey, III
A quorum was present.
A-3. CERTIFICATION OF ELECTION
City Clerk Freas read into the record, the following certification:
CITY OF KENAI
REGULAR ELECTION OF OCTOBER 5, 2004
WE, the members of the Kenai City Council, do hereby certify the results of a canvass
of the ballots for the Regular Election of October 5, 2004.
MAYOR/THREE-YEAR SEAT:
VOTES
RECEIVED
CANDIDATE
PORTER, Pat
812
BOOKEY, James C., III
661
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Write -Ins 1 25
COUNCIL MEMBER/THREE-YEAR SEATS:
CANDIDATE
VOTES
RECEIVED
MASSIE, Cliff
857
BOYLE, Michael
622
MOORE, Joe
747
Write -Ins
24
ABSENTEE BALLOTS RECEIVED (in -
person, personal representative, by -mail)
191
QUESTIONED BALLOTS RECEIVED
37
ABSENTEE BALLOTS (in -person, personal
representative, by -mail) COUNTED
184
QUESTIONED BALLOTS COUNTED
17
TOTAL BALLOTS NOT COUNTED
27
NUMBER OF KENAI REGISTERED
VOTERS
42943
POLL VOTER TURN OUT
2 6.6 0 %
ITOTALVOTERTURNOUT
31.2 2
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to certify the election of October 5, 2004 and
Council Member Moore SECONDED the motion.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
A-4, AGENDA APPROVAL
Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda:
ADD AT: Item A, Report of Assembly Member Glick
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ADD AT: Item E, Report of Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau
Board
ADD AT: Item L-?d, Stranded Gas Committee Report
MOTION:
Council Member Moore MOVED to remove Item G, Election of Vice Mayor from the
agenda and Council Member Ross SECONDED the motion.
VOTE:
Moore
Yes
Porter
Yes
Gilman
Absent
Ross
Yes
Williams
Yes
Bookey
Absent
Swarner
Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION:
Council Member Moore MOVED to approve the amended agenda and Council Member
Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
A--5. CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to approve the consent agenda as presented and
Council Member Ross SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM B: REPORTS OF LEGISLATORS, KPB ASSEMBLY AND COUNCILS
Pete Sprague, President, Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly -- Sprague noted his
address as 188 Farnsworth Blvd., Soldotna, AK.
Sprague stated he was primarily in attendance to recognize Williams' last meeting and
noted, he had the honor, opportunity and privilege in serving with Williams and being
involved in a number of local, state and federal issues with him; his most fond and
vivid memory of Williams was the first time he was to Juneau with the Borough in
1999, and every legislators' office he visited, Williams was either ahead or behind him
and had a story and a smile and an incredible presence about him. Sprague added,
Williams had style, substance, and gave total service for the city, borough and state.
Sprague thanked Williams for his service, and on behalf of the Assembly, wished him
the best in the future.
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Tom Wagoner, Alaska State Senator -- Wagoner noted he met the Williams in 1970
when he hired him as a teacher at the Kenai Peninsula Community College. Wagoner
read into the record, a citation from the Alaska Legislature as follows:
Honoring John Williams, City of Kenai -- The 23rd Alaska State Legislature gratefully
acknowledges the accomplishment of John Williams, Mayor of the All -America City of
Kenai. John and his wife Sharon moved to Alaska in 1962. They are long-time
residents and participants in Kenai area activities. John has had a hand in many
different endeavors. In addition to being a husband and a father and a grandfather,
John wears many other hats. John worked as a petroleum technology and instrument
instructor for the University of Alaska (Kenai Peninsula Community College), has been
mayor of the City of Kenai since 1986, and found time to run a successful real estate
brokerage and property management firm. John was instrumental in the development
of senior congregate housing, the fire training center, the Kenai boat harbor
expansion, and the Challenger Learning Center. John is known far and wide as a
promoters' promoter. His enthusiasm is contagious. One of John's major
contributions has been his ability to inspire others around him to share his vision for
Kenai, see the possibilities and expand upon the potentials.
The 23rd Alaska State Legislature congratulates John Williams for his outstand service
to Kenai and the entire State of Alaska. Signed by Pete Kott, Speaker of the House,
Gene Therriault, President of the Senate, and Tom Wagoner, Prime Sponsor.
ITEM C: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS -- None.
ITEM D: UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS -- None.
ITEM E: REPORTS OF KENAI CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
BOARD AND KENAI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Tim Navarre, President, Kenai Chamber of Commerce -- Navarre noted the
following:
• Their fund raiser would be held on Saturday, October 23.
• Stated he wanted to take the opportunity to recognize Williams and his
service to the community. It certainly would not be the same without the job Williams
did over the last 18 years. He had the privilege, while he was on the Assembly, to
follow Williams around and learn a lot from the way he handled himself and did
business with the state and federal government and a number of times even when he
was in D.C., either Williams would call him or he would call Williams and
communicate as to .what was happening and what could be done for each other, which
is how to working together is supposed to be. He added, he believed the reason
Williams was so successful because he always worked with both sides of the table and
everyone in between. He added, he didn't think people on the Peninsula realize how
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much of a commitment people have to give to the service, time away from family and
jobs, and all the council should be commended for it and especially Williams.
Navarre also thanked, on behalf of the Chamber, Council Member Bookey for his
service to the community as well. His twelve years on the council was a big
commitment and a commitment from his family as well. Navarre wished Bookey luck
in his endeavors and Williams the best of luck. He added, he believed Williams would
find something to do in his life after the Kenai Mayor.
ITEM F: MAYOR AND COUNCIL OATHS OF OFFICE
Mayor Williams administered the oath of office to Mayor -Elect Porter. Williams
thanked City Attorney Graves, City Clerk Freas and Finance Director/Acting City
Manager Larry Semmens for their help and support over the years.
Mayor Dave Carey, City of Soldotna -- Congratulated Mayor Porter and thanked
Mayor Williams for his years of service. Carey also invited council to attend a joint
work session with the Soldotna City Council in December to discuss legislative
priorities. Additionally, Carey recognized and thanked Mrs. Sharon Williams for her
support of Mayor Williams during his tenure as mayor.
Mayor -Elect Porter administered the oaths of office to Joe Moore and Cliff Massie.
BREAK TAKEN: 7:36 P.M.
BACK TO ORDER: 8:00 P.M.
Mayor Porter called the meeting back to order and continued on with the remaining
business included on the agenda.
ITEM G: ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR -- Removed from the agenda.
ITEM H: PUBLIC HEARINGS
H-1. Ordinance No. 2068-2004 -- Amending KMC 14.20.320(b) by Changing
the Definitions of "Mobile Home," "Manufactured Housing," and "Modular
Housing.
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to approve Ordinance No. 2068-2004 and Council
Member Ross SECONDED the motion.
jThere were no public comments. City Attorney Graves explained the ordinance would
update definitions in the code to meet current standards. He added, it would not
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change any of the requirements included in the code for mobile homes, etc. Council
Member Ross reported the issue had been before the Planning 8v Zoning Commission
and they recommended approval of the ordinance.
VOTE:
Moore
Yes
Swarner
Yes
Massie
Yes
Ross
Yes
Gilman
Absent
Vacant
--
Porter
Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
H-2. Ordinance No. 2069-2004 -- Finding that Certain City -Owned Lands
Located in Section 36 Adjacent to the Kenai Spur Highway and Further
Identified as KPB Parcels #043-010-38, #043-010-33 and #043-010-34
Are Needed for a Public Purpose.
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to approve Ordinance No. 2069-2004 and Council
Member Moore SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Ross reported the issue had been before the Parks &
Recreation Commission several times and they recommended approval. He added, the
Planning & Zoning Commission had also reviewed the ordinance and possible uses
and recommended approval of the property as a public use.
A brief discussion followed regarding the use of the property and concerns of its
former use as a landfill. Graves explained he, Public Works Manager La Shot and a
representative from the State's Solid Waste Administration toured the area. The State
representative explained, as long as the land is not penetrated, she felt the proposed
plan for the area to be used as sporting fields would be a suitable use of the property.
Swarner asked if core samples had been taken on the property and Graves reported
they had not and there was no intention of doing so as the direction from the state
was to leave the land in place. It was noted, a final plan would come to council in the
future.
VOTE:
Moore
Yes
Swarner
Yes
Massie
Yes
Ross
Yes
Gilman
Absent
Vacant
--
Porter
Yes
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MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
H-3. Ordinance No. 2070-2004 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $150,000 in the Airport Land System Special Revenue
Fund and the Parallel Taxiway Capital Proj ect Fund.
MOTION:
Council Member Moore MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 2070-2004 and Council
Member Swarner SECONDED the motion.
The floor was opened for public comment.
Kristine Schmidt, Kenai -- Requested council to consider postponing action on the
ordinance as she felt there had not been enough information on the issue made
available for the public. She added, she felt it would be helpful to know more about
this large project before it moves forward.
Moore stated he objected to delaying action as the issue had been before the Airport
Commission several times and was also discussed with council. Airport Manager
Cronkhite noted the following:
• The project had been included in two Airport Master Plans and both
Plans received public hearings.
• The ordinance would provide funds for designing the project; and, the
FAA would not fund the project if it had not been included in an approved Airport
Master Plan.
• The project needs to be designed in order to request bids and then a
grant request is written. To meet the timeline for construction, the project would need
to go to bid in February in order for the project to be funded in Mayor or June.
Council Member Massie suggested action be delayed until the November 3 meeting.
Moore stated he would not support a postponement.
Cronkhite explained the project would not lengthen the current runway, but would
straighten the parallel taxiway which will be used as a runway during the resurfacing
of the runway in 2006. She noted, the air carriers have been informed of the city's
intention and they have stated no objections.
VOTE:
Moore
Yes
Swarner
Yes
Massie
Yes
Ross
IYes
Gilman
Absent
Vacant
--
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Porter Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
H-4. Ordinance No. 2071-2004 -- Finding that Certain City -Owned Land,
Identified as Lots 1 2, Block 6, Mommsens S / D Replat of Additions 1 8v
2, Located at 2402 2406 California Avenue in Kenai, Are Required for a
Public Purpose.
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to approve Ordinance No. 2071-2004 and Council
Member Moore SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Acting City Manager/Finance Director Semmens
noted an error in the last whereas in which the amount needed to be corrected to
reach $2,976.24.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to amend Ordinance No. 2071-2004 in the last
whereas, changing the tax amount to read $2,976.24. Council Member Moore
SECONDED the motion. Swarner requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT on the
amendment. There were no objections. SO ORDERED,
VOTE ON MAIN AMENDED MOTION:
Moore
Yes
Swarner
Yes
Massie
Yes
Ross
Yes
Gilman
Absent
Vacant
--
Porter
Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
H-5. Resolution No. 2004-56 -- Transferring $2,977 in the General Fund to
Pay Taxes on Properties Declared to be Needed for a Public Purpose.
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2004-56 and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Massie SECONDED the motion.
There were no public or council comments.
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VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
H-6. 2004 Liquor License Continuance -- REMOVAL OF PROTEST
Kenai Joe's Bar
Approved by consent agenda.
ITEM I: MINUTES
I-1. Regular Meeting of October 6, 2004 -- Approved by consent agenda.
ITEM J: OLD BUSINESS -- None.
ITEM K: NEW BUSINESS
K-1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED to pay the bills and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. Council Member Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
K-2, Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED for approval of the purchase orders exceeding
$2,500 and Council Member Moore SECONDED the motion.
Ross questioned the increase to the Alaska Roadbuilders purchase order and Public
Works Manager Kornelis reviewed the overages to the project, noting several of the
estimated costs for paving were exceeded and one of the paving areas, the cost was
less than the estimate.
Swarner questioned the purchase of a new deep -fat fryer for the airport terminal
restaurant. Cronkhite noted an explanation of the need, repair investigation and cost
was included in her report. She noted, upon review of the matter, Administration felt
the current equipment was unsafe.
VOTE:
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There were no objections. SO ORDERED,
K-3. Ordinance No. 2072-2004 -- Amending KMC 14.20.245 by Adding
Section d(4) to Prohibit Parking of Recreational Vehicles on Private
Property That Has No Principle Permitted Structure Except as Otherwise
Allowed Under KMC 14.20.245(e).
Introduced by consent agenda.
K-4. Ordinance No. 2073-2004 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $151,314.05 for Shop Site Remediation.
Introduced by consent agenda.
K-5. Discussion -- Council Seat Appointment
A brief discussion took place in which it was noted, consensus of council was to fill the
seat as soon as the November 3, 2004 council meeting. Graves noted, the Charter
does not provide direction on how council is to fill the position, but that the
appointment would serve until the next regular election. The seat is then filled by
election for the remaining term, if any.
It was noted, traditionally council has advertised the position and taken letters of
intent with resumes.
MOTION:
Council Member Swarner MOVED for council to meet in a work session, beginning at
5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 3, 2004 to interview council candidates/persons
who would like to be appointed to the council and setting the deadline for submission
of letters of intent and resumes at Noon, Friday, October 29, 2004. Council Member
Ross SECONDED the motion.
Moore noted he believed the candidates should know what to expect. Ross agreed and
suggested the advertisement note the candidate should include a letter of
intent/interest and a resume. It was also suggested the advertisement note council
members are required to file yearly Alaska Public Offices Commission Financial
Disclosure Reports as well.
VOTE:
Moore
Yes
Swarner
Yes
Massie
Yes
Ross
Yes
Gilman
Absent
Vacant
--
Porter
Yes
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MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
K-6. Discussion -- Water Quality Standards/2004 Proposed Mixing Zone
Revisions
Swarner noted she had requested the issue be included on the packet. She noted, the
DEC planned to lessen mixing zone restrictions relating to salmon streams and
requested a letter of objection be written to DEC prior to the November 1 deadline.
Moore agreed and stated his concern, relaxing the regulations upstream could be a
detriment to the lower waters. Public Works Manager Kornelis reported, at the Kenai
River Special Management Area board meeting he attended, it was apparent the board
was not in favor of the relaxation of the regulations. Kornelis also noted, the city's
outflow does not go into a stream and is not in a salmon rearing area and the change
in regulations would not affect the city, though they would affect the upper river.
Administration was requested to write a letter opposing the relaxation of the
regulations for Porter to sign.
ITEM L: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
L-1. Council on Aging -- Swarner reported the October meeting was
canceled.
L-2. Airport Commission -- Moore reported the Commission met October 14
and discussed runway incursions and the parallel runway extension.
L-3. Harbor Commission -- It was reported a work session was held as there
was no quorum.
L-4. Library Commission -- It was noted, the meeting summary was included
in the packet.
L-5. Parks & Recreation Commission -- Ross reported the meeting summary
was included in the packet.
L-6. Planning & Zoning Commission -- Ross reported on the Commission
meeting held on October 13, noting the Commission recommended approval of
amending KMC 14.20.245 relating to the prohibition of parking of recreational vehicles
on private property with no principle permitted structure.
L-?. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
7-a. Beautification Committee -- Swarner noted the meeting summary for
the Committee's October 12, 2004 meeting was included in the packet.
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7-b. Alaska Municipal League Report -- Swarner reported she would be
attending the AML Conference in Fairbanks in November and will be attending the
policy section discussions. She urged council to inform her of any items needing to be
brought forward.
7-c. Arctic Winter Games -- Moore reported a meeting was held on October 7
at which time it was noted there were no federal dollars for projects in Kenai.
7-d, Stranded Gas Committee -- Ross referred to copies of the Committee's
resolutions which were added to the agenda at the beginning of the meeting. He
requested Mayor Porter to submit a letter noting the council had already reviewed the
first three resolutions and would consider a resolution in support of the remaining
resolutions at the November 3 council meeting. Ross reviewed the resolutions with
council. He also reported another teleconference would be held on October 27 and
another meeting in Fairbanks on November 8. He reported he would teleconference
for the November meeting from the Clerk's office.
ITEM M: REPORT OF THE MAYOR -- Porter reported the following:
• The Consul -General of Japan would be visiting Kenai on December 1,
2004.
• Reported Chuck Kopp, Chief of Police had been honored with the Under -
Forty Award.
ITEM N: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
N-1, City Manager -- Acting City Manager Semmens reported the following:
• Bid packages for the Fish 8. Wildlife Hangar and lease property will be
sent to all who have expressed interest in it and advertised as well.
• Noted his analysis on Lots 5 and 6, FBO Subdivision was included in the
packet. He noted, council may want to schedule the issue as an agenda item at some
time.
• Noted the Borough had introduced an ordinance to increase the taxable
sales tax from $500 to $1,000. A brief discussion took place and it was suggested the
issue be brought forward as a discussion item in December or January, after the
council vacancy is filled and a full council is present to discuss it.
Moore asked if the Airport Commission had discussed the issue. Cronkhite reported it
is scheduled in the planning process with the consultants and is something they will
research and bring information forward as to benefits and other related issues.
Cronkhite added, the consultants would be meeting with her the week of December 6
and they would like a joint work session with the Commission and council. Cronkhite
suggested the evening of December 9.
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Moore asked for an update on the Spisak lease application. Cronkhite reported, she
spoke with him recently and discussed the lease. She reported he gave no firm
commitment as to how he wants to proceed. Council requested administration to send
a letter to Spisak, keeping communication open on the issue.
N-2. Attorney -- Graves reviewed his memorandum (included in the packet)
relating to settlement of a CIGNA class action relating to wrongfully withheld workers
compensation policy dividends by CIGNA when it quit writing workers compensation
insurance.
N-3 9 City Clerk -- No report.
ITEM O:
DISCUSSION
0-11 Citizens --
Tim Navarre -- Congratulated Porter, Massie and Moore and stated he was looking
forward to the next three years.
0-2. Council
Moore -- Congratulated Porter and Massie.
Swarner -- • Congratulated Porter, Moore and Massie.
• Asked if the borough's ordinance changing the taxable sales limit was on
a fast tract. Semmens reported there were two public hearings scheduled; he would
comment at a public hearing, but not without council giving specific direction by
resolution, motion, consensus, etc. He added, it is a very difficult number to
calculate. Ross stated he wanted to wait until after the borough's first public hearing
to hear comments.
Massie -- • Stated he was looking forward to working with the council and
added, he did not intend to allow any of his involvement in the ongoing litigation
against the city interfere with his council responsibilities. Massie noted, he would
abstain from any discussions, etc. relating to the Recreation Center litigation.
• Stated he would like to see council consider creating a student adviser
position on the council as it is a great learning tool having youth involvement.
Ross -- Congratulated Porter, Moore and Massie.
Porter -- Referred to the list of council liaison positions which was included in
the packet and requested council to review the positions and she will contact them as
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to their preferences, etc. Moore noted, a liaison would be needed for the next Harbor
Commission meeting.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled
ITEM P: ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:17 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
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Carol L. Freas, City Clerk