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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 1, 1984 - 7s00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. ROLL CALL
1. Agenda Approval
2. * Consent Agenda
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to
ha 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 or citizen 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. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
1. Gerry Sibley - Float Plane Basin
2. Dave Travers, Clean -Rite Janitorial - Cancellation of
Contract
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance 80-83 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code -
Utility Locations in City Right of Nuys
2. Ordinance 891-83 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code -
Final Inspection Requirements, Building Code
3. Ordinance f913-84 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code - Add
Consent Agenda
4. Resolution 84-8 - Transfer of Funds - Noise Reduction
Material, Gym - $17,860
5. Resolution 84-9 - Transfer of Funds - Overtime, Animal
Control Budget - $1,250
6. Resolution 84-10 - Transfer of Funds - Adjustment,
Senior Citizen Grant - $7,145
7. Resolution 84-11 - Transfer of Funds - Engineering
Services, Float Plane Basin - $4,592
S. Resolution 84-12 - Transfer of Funds - Building
Inspector Seminar - $1,100
9. Resolution 84-13 - Awarding Feasibility Study for Float
Plane Basin - Wince, Corthell & Bryson
10. Resolution 84-14 - Resolution to Legislature in Support
of Royalty Oil Contract to Tesoro
11. Application for Liquor License -
Beverage Dispensary - Rainbow Bar & Grill
12. *Application for Liquor License -
Club - Eagles, 03525/# 3249
Peninsula Moose Lodge, #1942
Beverage Dispensary - Sheffield House, Kenai
13. *Application for Liquor License -
Beverage Dispensary - Kenai Joe's
14. Application for Liquor License -
Bevecage Dispensary, Tourism - Harbor View Restaurant
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MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting, Jan. 18, 1984
CORRESPONOENCE
OLD BUSINESS
1. Recreation Center Fees
NEW BUSINESS
1. *Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
2. *Requisitions Exceeding $1,000
3. Ordinance 914-84 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code,
Public Vehicle Commission
4. *Ordinance 915-84 - Finding Certain City -Owned Lands
Not Required For Public Purpose
5. *Games of Chance do Skill - American Legion, Post 20
6. *Games of Chance A Skill - American Legion Auxiliary,
Unit 20
7. *Games of Chance do Skill - Kenai Central High School
S. Approval - Increase in Engineering Inspection - Airport
Ramp and Itinerant Aircraft Parking - $2,304.17
9. Discussion - Royal Psciric, Salamatof Dock Proposal
10. Discussion - Carl Van Buskirk - Ski Trail Proposal
11. Discussion - Uptown Motel Easement
12. Discussion - Section 36 Corridor Concept
13. Lease Application - Basin View Development, Ron
Oolchok - CIIAP S/D
14. Assignment of Lease - Faroe Enterprises to Navarre
Aleyeska S/D
REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. Mayor
4, City Clerk
5. Finance Director
6. Planning & Zoning Commission
7. Harbor Commission
B. Recreation Commission
9. Library Commission
I. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING, MINUTES
FFRRIIARY 1, 1984, 700 PM
CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
MAYOR TOM WAGONER PRESIDING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. ROLL CALL
Presents Ray Measles, Chris Monfor, Trim Wagoner, Tom
Ackerly, Sally Bailie, Jess Hall
Absents John Wise (excused)
A-1 Agenda Approval
a. Mayor Wagoner asked that item G-100 Ski Trail Proposal,
be moved to item B-3, so Mr. VanSuskirk could leave
earlier.
b. Mayor Wagoner noted item G-13, Ron Dolchock Lease
Application, was listed incorrectly in the packet.
c. Mayor Wagoner asked that item G-9, Royal Pscific,
Salamatof Dock Proposal, be deleted. Information was
not available yet.
Council approved the agenda as amended.
A-2 Consent Agenda
MOTION$
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to approve items listed on the Consent Agenda.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
B. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
8-1 Gerry Sibley - Float Plane Basin
Mr. Sibley explained, in designing the float plane basin,
the Airport Committee had to consider various factors and
combine them. The first concern is safety. When this was
closed, tt was because the tower could not see it and it
was too crowded. There was congestion on access.
The Committee decided to separate take -off and lending
areas. The elevation, ground level elevation, water
levels, and cost had much to do with it. The basin is 77
ft. above sea level. That is all surface water from the
swamp behind it. The Corps. came out with a determination
that they could carry up to 81 ft. above sea level. The
high point is 85 ft., everything west drains to a gulley.
If we went 81 ft. the center would be 85-1/2 ft. Frost and
winter heave would be a factor, so they made it 78 ft. The
depth of 4 ft. basin gave them 2 ft. of water in the basin.
Soils samples. They have quite a few. One area is good
gravel. They did nothing with this in the design, they did
not want to tie up the project with anything else.
Noise abatement. They had 2 plans from the engineers. In
the first proposal the Corps. would be concerned about
wetlands. He got a determination from the Corps. that says
we can excavate anywhere we want. The problem is where to
deposit. Because of the noise problem, wetlands, etc. they
moved. There will be an excess of material. Some can be
put in the basin, it is 4 ft. deeper than it should be.
Land acquisition. Over the past 8 years the float plane
basin has been tabled 3 times pending acquisition of land.
They skirted the issue by going etround, but recommending
acquiring the land in the future. There should be some
clearing for air space, but they do not want to tie up the
float plane basin. They stjggest dividing up into large
lots, 400 X 350, 25-1/2 acres of land. Clearing of the lots
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should oe left up to leoseno other than semi -improvement by
the City of trees, etc. They figured survey cost of $7,500.
Ground control. The benefit, of this system is there would
be no trouble with cars on the runway. The taxiway is 100
ft. wide, twice what is needed.
Facility. They do not need sand trucks, fences, lights or
snow plow.
They met with the FAA man he was concerned about wheel.
planes. The float plane basin is 9 months a year, 5 months
for ski strip. A soft -field aircraft could use one side.
There are 300,000 cu. yds. of material to excavate, at $2 a
yd., that is at least $600,000. He added, Airport Manager
Swalley had said City policy is that private industry takes
care of tie -downs. Mr. Sibley did not agree with that
policy. One end will have a ramp for transient float
planes. He felt the City would have to get into the tie -
down business if they want tie -downs. It would require a
person to patrol. The longest take -off would be 2,600 ft.,
air taxi operators need 4,000 ft. Thev did not gear for air
taxis, but as soon as it grows we will need 1,000 ft. The
Committee wanted to show that it would pay for itself first.
Councilman Ackerly asked about minimum and maximum
proposals, there was some talk about just moving dirt. Mr.
Sibley explained, the City requires engineering review.
Councilman Ackerly asked if the leasing from FBO would be
seasonal or yearly. Mr. Sibley replied the operators need a
place for their planes year round. Councilwoman Monfor
asked if the plan would alleviate the noise problem ir;
Woodland. Mr. Sibley replied it is 1/4 to 1/2 mile farther
than the existing airport. Councilman Measles commended the
Committee on the work they have done. Mr. Sibley noted both
engineering firms were very good and helpful.
B-2 Dave Travera, Clean -Rite Janitorial - Cancellation of
Contract
Mr. Travers distributed a letter he received from Airport
Manager Swalley. He asked if anyone on the Council would
like to receive this letter. It does not talk well about
the company. He thought he had done a good job. Fie had
bought good equipment. He was given the letter 2 days
before the Council meeting. Maybe he and Mr. Swalley have
problems. Mr. Swalley is expecting too much for the job to
be done. A $2,000 investment for a $29400 job is a large
amount. The letter should have gone to City Manager
Brighton for review, it woo not signed by Mr. Brighton or
Atty. Rogers. The research he has done says to blame him
for one mistake is wrong. The only mistake was when Mr.
Swalley had a youth do some work. tie told Mr. Swalley to gc
ahead with it. tie did not know it would be used against
him. After he received the letter, he found over 30
probleme at the airport that were not there before. Mr.
Swalley said he woo thinking of the beat interest of the
City. He did not think so. Mr. Swalley wrote the letter 2
days after the bid opening and held it. It was presented at
a Council meeting and put on the table. Mr. Swalley should
have talked to Council. Mr. Swalley said he did 900 of the
work well. tie wished every contract could be that good.
When the bid was approved, Mr. Swalley congratulated him.
Mayor Wagoner did not approve of the letter when it wag
presented. He voted no at first. They started the contract.
July 1. The porr,elain is ruined. They had numerous
complaints on things they could not correct. They were
beinq naked to do things outside of the contract. The first
2 weeko of the contract, he wan harats+rrtrf by Mr. Swalley, 28
of the 30 timeu he wee there. The carpet. was ruined when he
took over. There were financial prohlemn with the contract..
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He was supposed to be paid on the 30th of the month, or at
the latest - the lot of the following month. It was late.
A contractor needs his money right now. He had to pay his
employees once a month. He lost a crew of 3 when it was
late. He had to train now crews then. This is one of the
reasons he lost the contract. Regarding the unsanitary
conditions at City Hall. He told Administration the sinks
and toilets could not be repaired, they had been ruined.
Regarding the Senior Center. Maybe he misunderstood, but
the City should have a professional write the contract.
Senior Citizen Coordinator Porter said the floorFi had to be
kept in good order, that is vague. He thought it was a low
use area. When they were told to remove the black marks,
they received complaints about the white marks to clean the
black marks. Mrs. Porter asked him to re -finish the floors.
They had never been finished and were damaged by a piano.
It cost him $200 to re -surface them. Mrs. Porter said she
had to re -clean the bathrooms. If they do it once a week,
it will be dirty the last part of the week. She called
early in the week. Why did Mr. Swalley wait till the lot?
He could have called earlier. He has letters from people in
the airport that it is not done any better now. He feels he
is being treated differently than anyone else. At the time
he had the City contract, nothing was damaged. Mr. Swalley
does not believe in the bidding system. He talked to
Administration that he and Mr. Swalley do not get along and
asked for another administrator. He is asking to keep the
airport job. Councilman Ackerly asked if he wanted them to
fire Mr. Swalley. Mr. Travers replied no. Councilman
Ackerly asked, was he never paid on time? Mr. Travers
replied no. Councilman Ackerly asked if he was reprimanded
on things not done well. Mr. Travers replied yea, but they
asked for things outside of the contract. He noticed others
have not done right, he is the only one that has had things
written about him and the only one who has loot a contract.
Councilman Ackerly said he does not use the airport very
often but he has had citizens ask him about it. All he has
heard is negative. Mr. Travers said he agreed it was not
done as well as it could be, but he cannot do the work if he
is not paid on time and has harassment. It is not
reasonable or rational to send a letter like this for one
mistake. The City will drive jobs out of here. Mayor
Wagoner noted the letter said action was taken after
numerous complaints. Was this orally or in writing? Mr.
Travers said he felt he was being bounced around. It woo
delivered in writing. He did not see the complaints till
there were many at once. 2 months after the contract
started, Mr. Swalley tried to got rid of him. Mayor Wagoner
asked if he had been given in writing what the City or Mr.
Swalley felt he was lacking and given directions as to what
he should do. Mr. Travers replied, not really. They were
disjointed and were from one to another. Mayor Wagoner
said complaints were in writing, but: not corrective action.
If action is taken for dismissal, if a person is not
performing properly, it should be documented with a period
of compliance. He did not think this was done. Councilman
Measles asked Finance Director Brown about the statement
that he was never paid on time. Mr. (frown replied he was
paid on time through November. In one instance the check
was written on the lot. After that, Administration started
holding checks because the work was notheing done. He was
told it would be held till certain work was done. Mr. Brown
said he reviewed this date and Mr. Traverci was paid on time
for 5 months. Mr. Travers said it was one to 2 weeks off.
If someone does tint do his job, the contract should be
pulled, not hold his paycheck.
Airport Manager Swalley reviewed the specs for the airport
contract. He did not auk Mr. Travers to do anything that
was not in the contract.If complaints wore sont by mail, he
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had 24 hours to corrosct them. If by phone or in person, they
had to he corrected the same day. He has 12-13 pages of
notes regarding problems. Mr. Travers had reviewed witn
him. Mr. Travers said he had not seen them. Mr. Swalley
said the first complaint was Aug. 30, 2 months after the
contract started. The last was Jan. 17 & 18, to deliver the
letter of termination. The May 1983 letter was received by
Mr. Travers before the Council meeting. There were
complaints from airport people on file. Councilman Hall
asked if we had started proceedings on a new contract.
Mayor Wagoner said it would go to the next in line. He
asked Atty. Rogers and City Manager Brighton to respond
to this at the Feb. 15 meeting.
Council agreed to the request.
8-3 Discussion - Carl Van Buskirk - Ski Trail Proposal
Mr. Van Buskirk explained he is with Scout Troop 357,
working on his Eagle rank. fie has to do a service project
for the community. Kenai does not have a ski trail, he
proposes a 5 mile trail. P&Z has approved it. One area is
on State land, he has approval from the State. The Corps
has okayed wetlands use. He has materials to mark and clear
the land. He needs Council approval. It will cross frozen
wetlands. Councilman Ackerly asked if it could be used for
jogging after winter. Mr. Van Buskirk replied it would be
in water. He is hoping to mark it for future use.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Measles, to
approve Mr. Van Buskirk's ski trail proposal.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Councilman Hall asked to commend Mr. Van Buskirk on the
project. He is aware of how much time and effort is
involved.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
C-1 Ordinance 863-83 -• Amending Kenai Municipal Code - Utility
Locations in City Right of Ways
MOTIONS
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to
adopt the ordinance.
MOTION, Amendments
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to adopt the substitute ordinance as suggested by Council
instead of as suggested by Administration.
MOTION, Additions
Councilman Ackerly moved, with consent of second, to delete
the 2nd page 7.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Yvonne Hakkinen. She naked for a review of the amended
ordinance. This waa done.
VOTE, Amendments
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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MOTION, Main Motion au Amendeds
j Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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C-2 Ordinance 891-83 - Amending KMC - Final Inspection
1 P.equirements, Building Code
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140TION, Postponements
' Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to postpone action on the ordinance till Feb. 15, 1984.
j MOTION, Withdrawals
Councilman Ackerly moved, with consent of second, to
withdraw his motion.
MOTIONs
Councilman Measleo moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to
adopt the ordinance.
MOTION, Amendments
Councilman Measleo moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to
amend the motion by replacing the ordinance as introduced to
that one as recommended by P&Z Commission.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
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!` Councilwoman Bailie suggested something to distinguish
betwoon commercial and residential buildings and a fine for
infringment to be extremely substantial. i
J; NOTION, Postponements
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to
s postpone action on the ordinance till Feb. 15, 1984 meeting. i
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' Councilman Hall asked that the home builders be invited to
the P&Z meeting of Feb. 8 to discuss this item.
VOTE, Postponements
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
C-3 Ordinance 913-84 - Amending KMC - Add Consent Agenda
MOTIONS
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilmen Ackerly, to
adopt the ordinance.
There was no public comment.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
C-4 Resolution 84-8 - Transfer of Funds - Noise Reduction
Material, Gym - $179860
MOTIONS
Councilwoman Bailie moved, necnnded by C rnincilmnn Meanlen,
to adopt the rosolut ion.
Motion panned by unanimoun ronsan!.
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C-5 Resolution, 84-9 - Transfer of Funds - Overtime, Animal
Control Budget - $1,250
MOTION:
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to adopt the resolution.
! Motion passed by unanimous consent.
C-6 Resolution 84-10 - Transfer of Funds - Adjustment, Senior
Citizen Grant - $7,145
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MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to adopt the resolution.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
C-7 Resolution 84-11 - Transfer of Funds - Engineering Serviced,
Float Plane Basin - $4,592
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Measles, to
adopt the resolution.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
C-8 Resolution 84-12 - Transfer of Funds - Building Inspector
Seminar - $10100
MOTION:
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to adopt the resolution.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
C-9 Resolution 84-13 - Awarding Feasibility Study for Float
Plane Basin - Wince, Corthell h Bryson
MOTIONS
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to
adopt the resolution.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
a. Bill Thompson. He is in favor of the resolution.
There are a lot of people who have planes in the City
who have a terrible time getting floats removed in the
Spring and Fall, and have to travel to other parts of
the Borough. They have to have a wide -load permit to
travel, it is an inconvenience.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
C -10 Resolution 84-14 - Resolution to Legislature in Support of
Royalty Oil Contract to Tesoro
MOTION:
Councilwoman Bailie moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly,
to adopt the resolution.
Councilman Ackerly noted, after today's action, :t may not
be strong enough. Mayor Wagoner noted Atty. Rogers took
copies of the unsiyned resolution to the Legislature. The
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bill has been referred back to the Finance Committee.
Councilman Measles asked to abstain, he is employed by
Tesoro, one of the firms involved.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, with Councilman
Measles abstaining.
C-11 Application for Liquor License -
Beverage Dispensary - Rainbow Bar & Grill
Clerk Whelan explained, the Rainbow Bar had requested a 30
day extension. They have not paid their past due taxes yet,
but hope to have them current by Feb. 3. She requested
Council recommend approval contingent on payment in full of
overdue taxes by Feb. 3.
MOTIONS
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
that a letter of non -objection be sent to ABC with
conditions that the outstanding taxes owed be brought
current by Friday night (2-3-84) at close of Borough work
day. A letter of objection will be sent if the money is not
received.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
C-14 Application for Liquor License -
Beverage Dispensary, Tourism - Harbor View Restaurant
Clerk Whelan said they have requested a 30 day extension.
MOTIONS
Councils^ -en moved, seconded by Councilman Measles,
to allow a 30 day extension to get their tax payments in
order and discuss on Feb. 15, 1984.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
D. MINUTES
Approved under the consent agenda.
E. CORRESPONDENCE
None
F. OLD BUSINESS
F-1 Recreation Center Fees
Recreation Director McGillivray explained this was to be
brought back to Council at this time. He has been talking
with a representative of Kenai Fitness Center and will meet
again on Feb. 39 1984. He would like to come back to
Council on Feb. 15 with recommendations.
Council agreed to the request.
G. NEW BUSINESS
G-3 Ordinance 914-84 - Amending KMC, Public Vehicle Commission
MOTIONS
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to introduce the ordinance.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
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G. NEW BUSINESS
G-8 Discussion -Increase in Engineering Inspection - Airport
Ramp and Itinerant Aircraft Parking - $2,304.17
Public Works Director Kornelis explained, when they cut into
the asphalt they found more than expected unsuitable
material underneath. This is to do soil inspection testing
to determine if we have to go farther in excavating. It
will be paved next year. If we have to excavate more, there
will be additional cost. Councilwoman Bailie asked, is this
in addition to what they bid on? Mr. Kornelis replied, Mike
Taurisinen designed the project and based on core samples
outlined an area of bad material. After bidding the
project, we changed to Professional Design Assoc. for
inspection. When the contractor - - -
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Mayor Wagoner noted there were some requests to speak on the
ordinance, it was not included on the Consent Agenda. No
one appeared to speak, postponement of public hearing can be
proposed at the Feb. 15 meeting.
Approval -Increase in Engineering Inspection - Airport Ramp
and Itinerant Aircraft Parking $2,304.17
Public Works Director Kornelis explained, when they cut into
the asphalt they found unsuitable material underneath. This
is to do soil inspection testing to determine if we have to
go farther in excavating. It will be paved next year. If
this is correct, there will be additional cost.
Councilwoman Sailie asked, is this in addition to what they
bid on? Mr. Kornelis replied, Mike Taurisinen inspected and
found bad material. It was dug up and replaced with sand.
During the process, we changed to Professional Design Assoc.
When the contractor was digging we found silt farther than
anticipated. We could not dig because it would close the
ramp and it was too cold. Mayor Wagoner asked, how long
has it been paved over. Airport Manager Swalley replied,
since 1964.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Sailie,
to approve the additional testing.
Mayor Wagoner said if there is not depression there, it
would be okay. Councilman Ackerly noted 20 years seems a
"safe shot." Mr. Swalley said there is a depression there
from the "Heres." That area has been sinking since 1976.
That is the area they re -did already.
VOTE (Failed):
Yess Measles, Ackerly, Hall
Not Monfor, Wagoner, Sailie
A tie vote fails.
G-10 Lease Application - Basin View Development, Ron Dolchok -
CIIAP S/D
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Measles, to
approve the lease application.
Councilman Ackerly asked if it was approved by P&Z. Land
Manager Labohn replied yes, the only amendment was beginning
and proposed completion dates be changed to June 1, 1984 and
Nov. 30, 1984.
MOTION, Amendments
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to
amend the lease application as recommended by Land Manager
L abahn.
VOTE, Amendments
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
VOTE, Main Motion as Amendeds
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Land Manager L abohn was Asked to notify Mr. Dolchok .
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G-11 Discussion - Uptown Motel Easement
Land Manager Labahn explained the lessee requested vacation
of a small sewer line easement by 5 inches. They came to
Administration and were told to go through the Borough
first. The Borough approved. Council must make a decision.
They have 30 days. In the interim, PhZ reviewed the
request, they recommended granting the easement subject to 5
ft. easement on the opposite side, and the City to go on
record of assuming no liability. There was a separate
motion to have Administration pursue applying fines. Mayor
Wagoner asked if there is an addition planned. Mr. Labahn
replied yes, but it would be to the east. Mayor Wagoner
said, no matter what the decision, this should be discussed
with the lease holder when & if construction takes place.
He is actually 4 ft. over, with the stairs. He should
change exits. Councilman Ackerly asked if there was any
kind of attachment or inclusion that could be put in the
deed to clarify this for posterity. Mr. Labahn explained,
there are 2 issuess if Council approves, the lessee will
have to amend the plat. That does not address liability.
That will have to be done with the owner and City.
Councilman Ackerly asked if we would have to tear up to work
on the sewers. Mr. Labahn replied, it is possible There
could be damage to the structure. He noted the developer
had 35 ft. of room on the north side in which to operate.
Councilman Measles said it is hard to understand how he
could build a building of that size and not know where he is
building. Everyone was aware of where the sewer lines were,
they had to tie in. If that line has to be dug up, chances
are good there will be damage to the building. He asked if
Council could have additional time. Mr. Labahn replied, it
is in Alaska statutes. Councilman Measles said he would
like to have Atty. Rogers see what provisions could be put
on the title to guarantee no liability to the City. Mayor
Wagoner said all we approve in this is 5 inches. There is
much more. His financing is tied up to this being cleared
up. It also has to do with purchase of the next property.
Mr. Labahn said this is leased land, the property adjoining
is purchased. Councilman Ackerly asked if it had to go back
to the Borough if we do not approve. Mr. Labahn replied the
only recourse is the courts. Mayor Wagoner asked if the
sewer line was in the middle of the easement. Public Works
Dire. -tor Kornelis replied, pretty close. It is about 15 ft.
deep. Councilman Measles noted in the Petition to Vacate,
he lists himself as owner. Land Manager Labahn said he
will correct that. Councilman Measles asked for Atty. Rogers'
opinion to eliminate liability. Councilman Hall asked if
the line was a main line. Mr. Labahn replied yes,
everything east of town is on this.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Measles, to
approve partial vacation of utility easement in the Uptown
Motel.
VOTE (Failed)s
Yess Wagoner, hall
Not Measles, Monfor, Ackerly, Bailie
G-12 Discussion - Section 36 Corridor Concept
Bruce Robson, McLane h Assoc., Inc. He had a meeting with
P&Z and Council for final road lay outs. There were 4
concepts reviewed. He gave his preference. This is the
final plan. They have eliminated the front roads and moved
the road closer to the bluff. Most of it is the same. They
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deleted the look -out park. They will submit to Porough for
preliminary plan. It will be reviewed at the next City P&Z
meeting and come back to Council Feb. 15. They have
maintained the 80 ft. right-of-way. They will need a name
for the area. Mayor Wagoner asked, how many parcels can
that be broken down for sale? Mr. Robson replied, that is
up to the City. Councilman Ackerly suggested a buffer strip
of trees in the center.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Measles, to
direct McLane do Assoc. to prepare 2-a for preliminary plat
to be submitted to Borough P&Z.
Councilman Hall noted 150 ft. lots are large in this day.
What do they average? Mr. Robson replied, between 70 ft.
and 90 ft.
Notion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Mayor Wagoner noted it was discussed at last meeting to set
a firm date and have Administration start advertising. Land
Manager Labahn said this is in the memo. Mayor Wagoner
asked of the time schedule. Mr. Labahn replied. it will go
to Borough P&Z, then to Kenai P&Z, then to Council, then
back to Borough P&Z. The plat can be filed and brought to
Borough for administrative review. About the end of March.
Other things the City must deal with are utilities, extended
main line, covenants, what property for sale.
MOTION:
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Monfor,
that a brochure be prepared for the City by Land Manager
Labahn to oversees
a. Tract size
b. Pictures of preliminary plat
c. Street plan
d. Financing
e. Water h sewer plan
f. Type of dwelling
g. Where to find zoning regulations
h. Covenants
and anything pertinent.
Councilman Ackerly suggested it be like the Capital
Improvement Projects brochure. It should be ready by
mid -April. Councilman Hall said, regarding the type of
dwelling. The size is double the size of Woodland. We will
have to put everything in there. If we pre -zone it might
change sales. Councilman Ackerly explained he put that in
to avoid a conflict like Redoubt. Mr. Labahn said according
to the zoning code, it is strictly residential, up through
6-plexes. Townhouses or planned unit development would have
to come to City for a conditional use permit. Mayor Wagoner
said it may be developed this year, but no buildings.
Notion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Hall, for
the sale of Section 36 to bet a 2 month advertising period
to be May 1 to June 30, with a sale date of July 1.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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G-14 Assignment of Lease - Faroe Enterprises to Navarre -
Aleyeska S/D
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to approve the assignment.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
I. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
Council agreed to move item I up on the agenda before
item H, Reports.
s. Donald Noble. Mr. Noble distributed a letter of intent
to purchase land in CIIAP. He explained Mr.
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Hendrickson will give up his lease to the City. He
asked Mr. Hendrickson to transfer to him.
Administration said he could not do that. it was
suggested he purchase the land, that is what he is
requesting. They made the $500 payment. He
understands that now there is someone who put an
application in for lease. He was told the lessee would
have preference over the buyer. He read in the
agreement that if 2 lessees request it, it would be the
1st lessee. He is not interested in leasing.
Councilman Ackerly asked if he would be opposed to
competitive bid. Mr. Noble replied no, he would have
the option to match the highest bid. It would be more
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money for the City in the long run. Mayor Wagoner said
he did not think the City could take a lease or
purchase on land that is leased to another individual.
Mr. Hendrickson has not completed the paper work to
cancel. Land Manager Labahn said we are going through
the cancellation process. These 2 individuals were
advised their application would not be considered till
the termination was complete. It is City policy to
sell if at all possible.
MOTIONS
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bailie,
to draw up an amendment to the land ordinance that any time
there is a situation that prior to lease consummation, a
purchase offer comets in, it takes precedence.
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Councilman Ackerly suggested if we grant Mr. Noble's
request, we are not open to a law butt. Mr. Labahn noted
the ordinance for introduction was to find city owned
lands for public purposes. Some are on property the City is
terminating lease lands. Technically, till the ordinance
is approved, Council is bound not to dispose of property.
Also, there is concern because of the airport parking
project. We will have to use City property for parking till
this is complete. Mayor Wagoner stated he did not think
Council would lose a sale for parking. There is other
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property. Councilwoman Monfor asked if the Hendrickson
property is in the leases listed in the ordinance. 14r.
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Labahn replied yes. Atty. Rogers will have to define if the
lease or purchase applications are valid. Airport Manager
Swalley said he and Engineer LaShot have made a survey of
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r the parking situation at the airport, there will be a
' problem. They have put signs there to notify people of the
construction. Mayor Wagoner asked Administration to bring
options to the next Council meeting.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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H. REPORTS
H-1 City Manager
Mayor Wagoner reported that City Manager Brighton was doing
much better after his surgery.
H-2 Mayor
Mayor Wagoner spoke.
a. Councilman Measles has asked to resign his position as
ad hoc member of the Library Commission. He
recommended Councilwoman Monfor to replace him.
Council agreed to the suggestion.
b. Mayor Wagoner requested a joint Harbor
Commission/Council work session on Feb. 21, 1984 at
7s00 PM, to review the harbor proposal and decisions on
what the Harbor Commission will pursue now.
Clerk Whelan was asked to remind Council.
c. He would like to discuss what the City will be doing
with the airport terminal reque-ts - gift shop, bar,
eller machines, fishing guides, etc. He asked that
Airport Manager Swalley and Administration have a
report for the Feb. 15 meeting. He noted the situation
with the bar is closed till the bankruptcy proceedings
are complete.
d. There is an opening on the P&Z Commission. Mayor
Wagoner recommended Dick Carignan.
MOTION:
Councilman Measles moved, seconded by Councilwoman Monfor,
to confirm the appointment of Dick Carignan to P&Z.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
e. Regarding the income from sale of City lands, excluding
airport lands. Finance Director Brown said the Code
says the funds go to the General Fund Capital
Improvement Reserve. Mayor Wagoner suggested a charter
amendment to designate the income to go into an account
that would accrue principal and interest from land
sales, then only interest would be used for operating
costs. We have a chance to put something into the bank
for contingency revenue or to build for the future. We
would have a perpetual income that would give us a low
mill rate for a long time. It has been said the
Legislature would look hard at this. What we do is
our business. Councilwoman Monfor said it was a good
drawing poin* to live in Kenai, we are actually doing
something for down the road. Mayor Wagoner said it
puts control into the hands of the people. C oincilmen
Hall asked if there was a lot of land outside of
airport lands. Land Manager Labahn replied, it is
pretty limited. A lot is wetlands. Clerk Whelan and
Finance Director Brown were asked to work out the
timing on a charter amendment.
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H-4 Clerk
Clerk Whelan opoke.
of There was a telephone poll in the packet regarding
approval of purchase of parts for a Grader in the
amount of $3,741.23. 5 Councilman voted approval, 2
could not be reached.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Meaalea, to
approve the telephone poll as submitted.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
b. Clerk Whelan explained the packets are done by the
People -Count person. We have had numerous women hired
and re-trained under this program. One of their duties
is to compile packet material. This explains the
problems with the material as distributed.
H-5 Finance Director
Finance Director Brown explained the audit proposals, as
distributed this date. The proposals are for a 3 year
period.
MOTIONS
Councilman Ackerly moved, seconded by Councilman Measles, to
recommend Peat, Marwick & Mitchell for the next 3 year
audit.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
H-6 Planning h Zoning
None
H-7 Harbor Commission
a. Councilman Ackerly reminded Council of the work
session on Feb. 21.
b. Mayor Wagoner noted Council had asked Administration to
contact Homer regarding the problems between the City
of Homer and TAMS. He felt this was getting into a
situation that is not good. He asked Administration to
cancel the request.
Council agreed to the action.
H-6 Recreation Commission
Recreation Director McGillivray said he had a request, from
ARCO to fly a flag regarding the Olympics games. Mayor
Wagoner said he had requested the Chamber of Commerce to
locate a spot for this one and any others we may acquire.
Council agreed to the action.
Recreation Director McGillivray was nuked to contact Sue
Carter.
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H-9 Library Commission
a. Librarian Deforest noted the Library Comm. will be
meeting the some night as the Harbor Comm./Council work
session. Clerk Whelan explained she will take minutes
of one of the meetings.
b. Librarian Deforest noted Chairman Dye has resigned from
the Commission. She expressed the appreciation of the
Library Comm. and the Library for his work.
ADDITIONAL ITEMSs
a. Mayor Wagoner noted Commissioner Hanson has resigned
from the Recreation Commission.
b. Councilman Measles gave notice he would be missing the
Feb. 15 meeting.
AOJOURNMENTs
Meeting adjourned at 1105 PM.
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