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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL - R11011LAR MP,ETING
SEPTEMBPR 21, 1077 - 8:00 P.M.
KE.NAI PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
PLEDGE OF ALLP.OIANCE
A.
ROLL CALL
AGENDA APPROVAL
B.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
Ordinance 354-77, Installation of water line in General Aviation Apron
2.
Ordinance 357-77, Paving of Redoubt Way
S.
Ordinance 358-77, Amending the 1076 Kenat Municipal Airport Regulations
4.
Ordinance 302-77, increasing Estimated Revonues and appropriations
Federal Revenue Sharing for purahsse of a Steam Cleaner
5.
Ordinance 303-77, 111911way Safety Planning Agency Grant 040-77-3-C/29
S.
Ordinance 304-77, Amending Personnel Regulations to clarify Paragraph N
concerning relatives of City Council in City Service
C.
PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
1.
Father Dorgan
2.
Vesta Leigh
3.
Gary Eitol
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hUNUTF.S
1.
Minutes of the regular meeting of September 7, 1977
E.
CORRESPONDENCE
P.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Ordinance $59-77, Disclosure of financial a business interests of
municipal officers
2.
Resolution 77-105, Rescinding Resolution 70-30, Heaver Crook Alaska 0/1)
3,
Resolution 77-113, Transfer of Monics/Re-wiring for Sign Baking Machine
4.
Mutual Aid Agreement
5.
Appointment of now member to Planning Commission a re -appointment of
two existing members
6.
Salamstof Seafoods Lease
7.
0.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Bills to be paid - bills to be ratified
2.
Resolution 77-121 - Awarding bid for lobby furniture in Airport Terminal
S.
Resolution 77-122 - Transfer of funds for demolition of public nuisances
4.
Resolution 77-123 - Authorising purchase of nitrogen chamber/Animal Control
5,
Kenai Airport Master Plan Study - Payment for professional services rendered
S.
Easement - Kenai Natives Association
7,
Assignment of Lease - Alaska Industrial Hardware
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H.
REPORTS
1.
City }tanager's Report $26
2.
City Attorney's Report
3.
Mayor's Report
4.
City Clerk's Report
S.
Finance Director's Report
6.
Planning 4 Zoning Commission's Report
7,
Kong Peninsula Borough Assembly's Report
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PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 21, 1977 - 8:00 P.M.
KENAI PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
MAYOR JAMES A. ELSON PRESIDING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. ROLL CALL
Present: Edward Ambarian, Tom Ackerly, Betty Glick, Dan Whelan, and
James Elson
Absent: Walter Sweet and Richard Morgan
AGENDA APPROVAL
The following items were approved for addition to the agenda:
C-3: Gary Eftel - Lease of Airport Lands and Facilities
G-7: Assignment of Lease - Alaska Industrial Hardware
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
B-1: Ordinance 354-77 - Installation of Water Line in General Aviation Apron
Mayor Elson read Ordinance 354-77 by title only, "An ordinance of the Council
of the City of Kenai finding that the installation of a water line in the General
Aviation Apron of the Kenai Municipal Airport to necessary and will benefit the
lessees affected and directing that the City proceed with construction of the
improvement."
Mr. Wise advised that a letter of protest had been received from Mr. Edward Garnett,
Attorney, representing Arctic Aviation, Inc. and Andy's Flying Service, Inc.
Mayor Bison opened the hearing to the public.
Mr. Edward Garnett representing Arctic Aviation and Andy's Flying Service
stated that his clients opposed installation of the water line and assessment of
such construction as they would bear over 60% of the costs and the following
reasons were listed for their opposition: (1) had no desire or need for the water
line described in the ordinance, (2) no assessment against Lot 2, Rlack 3 and
Lot 9 of Block 5 and the City owned property referred to as Buffer Strip, (3)
Lot 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of Block 5 would benefit from said water line but
are not included in the assessment, (4) Lot 2, Block 1, Lot 1, Block 2 are necessary
and used as parking areas for aircraft and would not benefit from the water line,
(5) Lot 1, Block 3 is a single purpose lease and cannot be used for anything except
aircraft storage and would not received any benefit from the water line, (6) the
estimated cost of the water line to excessive, (7) Arctic Aviation, Inc. and Andy's
Flying Service are not the owners of Lots 1. 2, and 3 of Block 1, Lot 1, Block 3,
ad Lot 1 of Block 3 -- the City of Kenai being the owner and (8) Arctic Aviation
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and Andy's Plying Service leases do not require that the leaseholder pay the coat
of any City utilities or assessments for the installation of any City utilities.
Mr. Gary Eitel, Aviation Consultants, Inc., advised Council that he proposed
E the original petition requesting that a water line be installed in the General Aviation
d Apron and the original concept was that this was a needed entity for the expansion
of existing and future facilities on the airport. Mr, Vital further advised that in i
his research of the cost factors, the savings in fire insurance alone would bo
substantial enough to warrant the costs of the construction. Mr. Vital further
stated that there were other operators in the area that would be greatly affected
and those companies brought more revenues into the city, provided more employment
and had an overall higher gross dollar value to the airport than the two firms
protesting the improvement.
There being no further comment from the public, Mayor Vlson returned the hearing
to the table.
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MOTION:
f Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilwoman flick, for adoption of '
Ordinance 354-77, Installation of a Water Line in the General Aviation Apron.
City Attorney Williams advised that under the regulations provided for forming
assessment districts, if property owners bearing 50% of the total cost of the
improvement protested formation of the district, the Council would not be able to
pass ordinance 354-77 as it is, therefore, not in compliance with the regulating
ordinance.
! Mr. Garnett suggested that a two week postponement be given to work out pertinent
details between his clients and the City. '
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Councilman Aekerly moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, to table
Ordinance 354-77, installation of a water line in the general Aviation Apron.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote,
H-2: Ordinance 357-77, Pavinx of Redoubt Way
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Mayor Elson read Ordinance 357-77 by title only. "An ordinance of the Council
of the City of Kenai, Alaska finding that the paving of Redoubt Way is necessary
y.. and will benefit the property affected and directing that the City proceed with
— - construction of the improvement."
Mr. Wise advised that his office had received a call from Mr, Larry Carr, associated
with the Kenai Mall Enterprises, and Mr. Carr stated that they were in agreement
with the proposed assessment district for the paving of Redoubt Way.
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Mayor Bison opened the hearing is the public.
Mr. Scott Peterson, representing Sheffield Rouse, stated that his corporation was
in agreement with the proposed assessment district,
Mr. Georgo Navarro, representing Kenai City Development, advised that the Beard
of Directors would concur with the wishes of the Sheffield House and would, therefore,
also be agreement to the proposed assessment district.
There was no further comment from the public.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Aekerly, for adoption of
Ordinance 357-77, finding that the paving of Redoubt Way is necessary and will
benefit the property affected and directing that the City proceed with construction
of the improvement.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote,
B-3: Ordinance 358-77, Amending tho 1976 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations
Mayor Bison read Ordinance 358-77 by title only, "An ordinance of the Council
of the City of Kenai amending the 1070 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations,
Mr. Wise advised that the Kenai Airport is being used by commercial aircraft
for a training area and were paying no landing fees to the City and this ordinance
would require that all commercial aircraft with a certified gross take -off weight
of 4,000 pounds or over shall submit a monthly report on number of take -offs and
landings and be charged accordingly, Mr. Wise further advised that per Council
request he had written to the Federal Aviation Administration requesting their
input on the proposed ordinance and had received no reply to date, Mr. Wise,
therefore, requested tabling of the ordinance until such time written notification
has been reeeived from the FAA.
Mayor Eisen opened the hearing to the public. There was no public comment.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, to table Ordinance
3W77, amending the 1070 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call veto,
B-4: Ordinance $62-77, Increasing Estimated Revenues & Appropriations -
Mayor Bison read Ordinance $62-77 by title only, "An ordinance of the Council of
{ the City of Kenai, Alaska increasing estimated revenues and appropriations in the
Federal Revenue Sharirg Fund in the amount of $2,000 for a steam cleaner,"
Mayor Bison opened the hearing to the public, There was no public comment,
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MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, for adoption of
Ordinance 362-77, increasing estimated revenues and appropriations in the
Federal Revenue Sharing Fund in the amount of $2,000 for a steam cleaner.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
B-5: Ordinance 363-77, Highway Safety Planning Agency Grant 049-77-3-C/29
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Mayor Elson read Ordinance 363-77 by title only. "An ordinance of the Council of
the City of Kenai, Alaska amending the 1977-78 General Fund Budget by appropriating
$2,050 to the General Fund, Budgetary Guideline entitled "highway Safety i
Planning Agency Grant 049-77-3-C/29" and increasing estimated revenue "Highway
Safety Planning Agency Grant 049-77-3-C/29" by $2,050."
Mayor Elson opened the hearing to the public.
Vesta Leigh - stated it was her opinion that that additional equipment will bring
more revenues into the City and the Police Department will have proper equipment
to work with.
Les Borgen - stated that any grant to out of your "right hand pocket".
There being no further comment, Mayor Elson returned the hearing to the Council
table.
MOTION: r '
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilwoman Glick, for adoption of
Ordinance 363-77, Highway Safety Planning Agency Grant 049-77-3-C/29, for
purchase of a radar gun.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
B-0; Ordinance 364-77, Amending Personnel Regulations to clarify Paragraph N
Mayor Blom read Ordinance 364-77. "An ordinance of the Council of the City of
Kenai, Alaska amending the Personnel Regulations to clarify Paragraph N concerning
relatives in City service. Whereas, the question has arisen as to whether Article S.
Paragraph N of the Personnel Regulations prohibits employment by the City of relative
of City Council members, and Whereas, it was not the intention of Council to prohibit
such employment, and Whereas, further legislation is needed to clarify this intention.
Now, therefore, bo% it ordained by the Council of the City of Kenai that Chapter 22, fi
Article 6, Paragraph N of the Code of the City of Kenai be and hereby to amended by f
-- adding the following sentence to the end of the first paragraph: ".....This section
shall not be construed to prohibit employment by the City of relatives Of City
Council members.".
Mayor Elson opened the hearing to the public. There was no comment.
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MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Aekerly, for adoption
of Ordinance No. 364-77, amending personnel regulations to clarify paragraph N {
concerning relatives of City Council in City service.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote with Councilwoman Glick and
Mayor Elson abstaining because of possible personal conflict.
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C. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
C-l: Mrs. Esthor Borgen
Mrs. Bergen, who resides on Roaver Loop Road, came before Council to
request City action with regard to several trailers being placed on property
across from their residence. Mrs. Bergen stated that the spaces did not
provide proper aiptio systems, etc. and did not comply with the codes.
Mr. Wiso advised that he had researched the matter to determine validity of
th situation and had not been able to find a reference to the matter in
previous Council or Planning Commission minutes. Councilwoman O1iek inquired
if the Department of Environmental Conservation had been contacted to verify
if the operator was in compliance for on -site sowers, ate, and Mr. Wiso ,
reported that Howard Koisor of DEC advised he would be issuing a permit.
j Mayor Elson stated that first of all the City must determine if all five _
oxisting trailers have compliod and socondedly would the new trailers be
in eomDlianeo. The City would also havo to determine it a trailer park
was being set up or were the traitors on individual lots and if it ;
were determined that a trailer park was being operated do the zoning ordinances
allow a trailer park in the area? Mayor Elson further stated that the City
should query the Borough as to their records and any reference to the matter
and if this matter did fall under Borough ordinances, all the facts should
be presented to the Borough Attorney for an opinion.
Mr. Lester Bergen stated that he felt he was living across the street from
an illegal trailer court with very poor sewage systems existing and would
therefore, request assistance from the City,
Councilwoman Glick stated that the City should take some action as a public
nuisance apparently did exist. Mayor Elson stated that as a "Nome Rule"
City we had certain legal abilities. City Attorney Williams was directed
to review the ordinance pertaining to "public nuisances" and upon determination,
Administration was to proceed accordingly.
C-2: Me. Vesta Leigh
No. Leigh came before Council to request installation of electricity in
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the area she leasos from the City for a gift shop. Mo. Leigh explained
that the area is not properly lighted and additional heating was urgently
needed. Ms. Leigh advised that a contractor had given her an estimate
for bringing electricity to that area which would amount to around $600.
Me. Leigh proposed to split the costs with the City or the lessee agreeing
V.% pay all costs over $400-500 of the costs.
Mayor Elson requested, with Council concurrence, that Administration
develop costs, etc. and return to Council with figures, etc. at the next
regular meeting.
C-3: Mr. Gary Pitol
Mr. Eitel, representing Aviation Consultants, Inc., proposed to Council
that his firm be considered for leasing of the restaurant/lounge space and
area that is now occupied by the City offices in the Airport Terminal Building.
Mr. Eitel advised that his firm proposed to renovate the restaurant and lounge
and would be making an initial investment of $60, 000 to $150, 000. Councilman
Whelan inquired as to the initial status of the lease of the restaurant and
lounge? Mr. Wise advised that he had received a call from Mr. Krueger
who reported that he was forced to withdraw from the lease consideration
and Administration also received a call from C . R . Baldwin, attorney for
Krueger and Gillis and advised that Miss Gillis was seeking another
partner and would still wish to be considered for lease of the facility.
Councilman Whelan stated that he felt the City should move right ahead
with seeking another lessee.
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Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, that Adniini-
stration be instructed to cancel all present negotiations with the proposed
lessee's, Gillis and Krueger.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilman Ambarian suggested that the existing committee to review proposed
lease applications schedule another meeting with all interested parties and
the Council will hold a special session next Tuesday, September 27th, at
7:00 p.m, in the Public Safety Building for the purpose of lease of airport
lounge and cafe. With Council concurrence, committee agreed to meet
with proposed applicants Friday evening at 0 p.m. in the City Manager's
office and instructed Clerk to contact all interested parties of such a meeting.
Mr. Eitel also asked Council consideration to release an area of land
north of the Airport Terminal Building for construction of an aviation facility.
Mr. Eitel stated that he was aware of a proposed Master Plan Study and
that Administration was awaiting final presentation of the plan, however,
Mr. Eftel stated he felt that the City was losing a great deal of financial
benefit from not leasing this land for airport use. Mr. Eitel advised that
he would like to begin construction in that area in 1978 and was ready to
make a financial commitment.
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Administration proposed that Mr. Eitel present a proposed lease concept
and upon review by the City, the City would have to come up with proper
platting of the area.
D. MINUTES
D-1: Minutes of the regular meeting of September 7, 1977
Councilwoman Glick requested that the minutes be corrected to reflect
that with regard to Ordinance 364-77, she would change her vote to j
indicate an abstention for reasons of possible personal conflict. There
was no objection. ;
Minutes were unanimously approved as corrected.
E. CORRESPONDENCE j
E-1: Police Chief Ross submitted copies of letters sent to Rerts Readi-Cabs
commending them on the assistance of two drivers and cabs on two ;
different occasions in the helping of directing traffic after an accident.
E- 2., Copy of letter to Mayor Lorraine Knight of Soldotna was also acknowledged
in which Police Chief Ross expressed his department's thanks for the Soldotna
Police Department's assistance in a recent drug investigation.
Z-3: Lotter of resignation - Sue Peter, City Clerk submitted a letter of
resignation to be effective October 31, 1977. Mayor Elson advised ,
that Council would take the matter up at the next regular meeting.
E-4: Senator Stevens's office advised by telephone that the EDA Reservoir
grant had been approved. Two letters of confirmation should be forthcoming
and these matters will be discussed during the special meeting Tuesday 1
evening.
P. OLB DUSINESS
P-k Ordinance 359-77 - Disclosure of financial a business interests of I
Mayor Elson read Ordinance 359-77 by title only, "An ordinance of the
Council of the City of Kenai requiring disclosure of financial and business
interests of municipal officers and prohibiting activities determined to be
In conflict with municipal interests."
Councilman Whelan stated that the reason he requested this ordinance
be prepared as he felt very strongly there should some form of financial
disclosure without hindering the "code of ethics" of many individuals who
would wish to run for public office, Councilman Whelan stated he also
felt that the City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk, as people running
the day-to-day operation of the City, should be required to disclose their
finances.
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MOTION:
Councilwoman Glick moved, seconded by Councilman Aekerly, for
reconsideration of Ordinance 300-77, disclosure of financial and business
interests of municipal officers.
Motion passed unanimously.
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilwoman !dick, for introduction
of Ordinance 359-77, disclosure of financial and business interests of
municipal officers with the following amendments:
Section 1-00: "Municipal Officer" shall mean the Mayor, City Manager, City Clork
City Attorney, and Department Heads.
MOTION:
Councilman Aekorly moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, to amend
the motion under Section 1-62 to include that spouses of those professional
parties so named will not be required to disclose names of patients, clients,
etc. of their respective spouses.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
MAIN, AS AMENDED
Passed unanimously by roll call vote.
F-2: Resolution 77-105 Rescinding Resolution 76-35, Beaver Creek Alaska S/D
— Mayor Risen read Resolution 77-105 by title waly, "A resolution of the Council
of the City of Kenai rescinding Resolution 70-35 which set aside lot 3,
Block H, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision for immediate public use."
-- ._-!- City Attorney Williams advised that the ownorn of record have requested
redemption of this parcel and would pay delinquent taxes, etc. which
T would amount to $500-600.
MOTION:
}_ Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilwoman Click, for adoption
of Resolution 77-105, Rescinding Resolution 76-35, Beaver Creek Alaska S/D.
Motion failed by roll call vote. Voting no; Ambarian, Ackerly, Glick and Elson.
Voting yes; Whelan.
-- F-3: Resolution 77-113 Transfer of Monies/Re-wiring for Sign Baking Machine
115�Mayor Slow read Resolution 77-113. "Be it resolved by the Council of the
City of Kenai that the following transfer of monies be made within the 1977-78
' General Fund Budget. From: Public Works - Shop/Repair & Maintenance
Supplies 0860) To: Public Works - Shop/Repair A Maintenance - 3860.
The purpose of this resolution is to transfer funds within the 1077-79 Shop
Budget to pay for re -wiring in order to utilize the sign baking machine.
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MOTION:
00) Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for adoption
of Resolution 77-113, transfer of funds in the amount of $860 to re -wire
for the sign baking machine.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
7-4: Mutual Aid Agreement
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After Council consideration, Councilman Ambarian requested that several
amendments be made to the Mutual Aid Agreement and the matter brought
back to the Council at the next regular meeting.
Councilman Ambarian requested the following considerations be made:
Level of command needs to be defined; question of ownership of equipment;
overtime of manpower; use of City equipment by unqualified operators; and
recovery of costs for ambulance service.
F-5s Appointment of new Member to Planning Commission a re-appointmert of !
two existing members
City Clork Sue Peter advised that Mr. Roland Raymond and Mr. Nick Miller
had boon contacted to determino their willingness to serve another term on ;
the Planning Commission. Mr. Raymond stated he would be willing to serve,
however, Mr. Miller asked to be excused at this time. Mr. Raymond's
appointment was unanimously confirmed by Council.
- Mayor Elson requested nominations from Planning commission, Council and
V - - interested parties.
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P-8: Salamatof Seafoods Lease
City Attorney Williams presented the latest draft of the 8alamatof Seafoods
lease which has been sent to the Bureau of Land Management for approval.
City Attorney Williams further advised that 8alamatof had agreed to the
terms of the lease and asked for Council concurrence of the language contained
in the lease.
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a. NEW BUSINESS
ti-k Bills to be Paid - bills to be ratified
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for approval
of bills to be paid and ratification of those items as listed.
t Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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G-2: Resolution 77-121 - Awarding bid for lobby furniture in Airport Terminal
Mayor Elson read Resolution 77-121 by title only. "A resolution of the Council
of the City of Kenai, Alaska awarding bid for lobby furniture in the Kenai
Municipal Airport Terminal."
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilwoman chick, for adoption of
Resolution 77-121, awarding bid for lobby furniture to Arctic Office Machine
and Furniture Company in the amount of $2 , 292.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
G-3: Resolution 77-122 - Transfer of Funds for demolition of public nuisances
Mayor Elson read Resolution 77-122, be it resolved by the Council of the
City of Kenai that the following tran.ifers of monies be made within the
1077-78 General Fund Budget. From: Contingency - ($2, 000) to: Non-
departmental/Demolition of public nuisances - $2, 000. The purpose of this
resolution is to transfer funds within the FY 1977-78 General Fund Budget
to cover the cost of removing public nuisances from private property. Liens
should be filed against the properties involved in order that these costs can
be recovered by the City of Kenai."
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for adoption
of Resolution 77-122 transferring funds in the amount of $2, 000 for demolition
of public nuisances.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
G-4: Resolution 77-123 - Authorizing purchase of nitrogen chamber/Animal Control
Mayor Elson read Resolution 77-123, a resolution of the Council of the City of
Kenai authorizing purchase of a nitrogen chamber for use in the Animal Control
Program. Whereas, the Council has budgeted monies for the purchase of a
nitrogen euthanasia chamber, and Whereas, the Administration can locate only
one supplier of this equipment. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Council
of the City of Kenai that the purchase of a nitrogen euthanasia chamber from
Kirschner-Collison of Aberdeen, Maryoland for $3,275 plus freight to Kenai is
hereby authorized, Such purchase is made under the provisions of Section
7-37(2) of the Code of the City of Kenai which states when an item can be
furnished only by a single dealer, it is, therefore, exempt from the requirements
of competitive bidding."
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MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilman Ambarian, for adoption of
Resolution 77-123, authorizing purchase of a nitrogen chamber for Animal
Control.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
G-5: Kenai Airport Master Plan Study - Payment for professional services rendered
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for approval
of payment in the amount of $9,817.58 to TRA/Farr & Associates for work
performed June 1 - July 31, 1977 on the Kenai Airport Masterplan Study.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
0-6: Easement - Kenai Natives Association
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilwoman Glick, for approval
of easement of a strip of land thirty feet in width, lying on the southerly
boundary of Government Lot 10, Section 4, T5N, R11W, SM, running from
Heaver Loop Road to that parcel of land owned by Kenai Natives Association.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
ti-7: Assianment of Lease - Alaska Industrial Hardware
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, for approval
of Assignement of Lease, Alaska Industrial Hardware, for the purposes of
change of corporation name.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
H. REPORTS
H-1: City Manager's Report #26
City Manager Wise announced the appointment of Keith Kornelis as Public
Works Director for the City of Kenai. Mr. Wise requested that Council consider
reimbursement to Mr. Kornelis for moving expenses and advised that Mr. Kornelis
had received three estimates which averaged out to $2,500. Discussion on the
matter will be held on Tuesday evening at the work session following the Special
Meeting.
H-2: City Attorney's Report
..% City Attorney Williams advised that EPA has answered the complaint and
have put in a demand for a jury trial. City Attorney Williams further advised
that she had recent discussions with the EPA attorneys and they stated they
would be sending another settlement offer which should be forthcoming shortly.
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With regard to Kenai Baptist Temple, Miss Williams advised that the Court
had to postpone the proceedings and of this date, the City has not received
a counter-offer from KBT.
Councilwoman Glick inquired as to the status of reoodification and was advised that
the Legal Department was working on the matter as time allows.
H-3: Mayor's Report
None
11-4: City Clerk's Report
Clerk Sue Peter advised that the election judges had been selected for the up -coming
City election to be held October 4th and received ratification of the judges from
Council.
H-5: Finance Director's Report
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H-6: Planning and Zoning Commission's Report
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Councilwoman Glick reported that the Commission at their meeting of September 14th
held two public hearings for requests of variances in Old Kenai and both
were granted. With regard to PZ 77-14, copies of which were included in Council
packets, if any questions or comments were raised by the Council, the Commission
would appreciate receiving them. Also, Clifford Heus was appointed to replace
Milto Stasek on the Airport Planning Commission.
H-7: Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly's Report
Mayor Elson reported that among the items discussed at the meeting of '
September 20th, the following were included: Ord. 77-45, tabled until after 0
audit report; Res. 77-61 provided for transfer of $6,000 for reflooring the
Hope School and $30,000 was transferred to English Bay Projects. Also,
Res. 77-63 set the population of the Borough at 24,611 and $30,000 expenditure
authorized for capital projects/Borough Office Building. K. Poland asked for
tax relief as structure burned down in mid -year. '
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I. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
I-1 Councilman Whelan stated that he was speaking on behalf of himself and
Councilman Sweet in that they wished Council consideration for collection of
lease payments on a quarterly or monthly basis to take some of the burden
off people who have to pay a year in advance (sales tax included, etc.) --
Councilman Whelan requested that Administration return to Council with comments
regarding this matter.
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I-2: Councilman Ackerly submitted a list of proposed names for the Civic Center
Committee and requested that if additional names should be included to please
advise.
There being no further business to be brought before Council, Mayor Elson
_ _ I adjourned the meeting at ll: 30 p.m.
i Respectfully submitted,
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e C. Peter, City Clerk
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