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REGULAR MEETING - KENAI CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 17. 1976 - 8. 00 P.M.
PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. ROLL CALL
AGENDA APPROVAL
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. .297-76/77(8) - Street Lighting Agreement
2. Ordinance No. 3I0.76 - Revising Schedule "H" - Water and Sewer Permits
S. Ordinance No. 316-70 - Amending 1976 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations
4. Old Library Building and Lands
C. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
1. Mr. Ted Carson representing Yoshi and Ruth Shiohirs
2. Mr. Ron Miller. Peninsula Sanitation
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D. MINUTES
1. Minutes of the regular meeting of November 3, 1978
E. CORRESPONDENCE
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F. OLD BUSINESS
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0. NEW BUSINESS
1. Bills to be paid - bills to be ratified
2. Resolution No. 78-71- Building Corrections to Fort Kensy
S. Resolution No. 78-72 - Amend Airport Janitorial Service Contract
4. Resolution No. 78-73 - Implementation of Sr. Citizen Nutrition Program
b. Resolution No. 78-74 - Maintenance and Repair of Street Lights
S. Resolution No. 78-75 - Rejection of bids for Tinker Lane Sower Extension Project
7. Resolution No. 78-76 - Change Order i2 - EDA Water Well Project
S. Resolution No. 78-77 - Accepting additional funds from State for FDA Water Project
9. Conant to Assignment - Bullock to Shirley Morgan, Max Swearingen a Patrick O'Connelti
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R. REPORTS
1. City Manager's Report
2. City Attorney's Report
S. Mayor's Report
4. City Clerk's Report !
S. Finance Director's Report
S. Planning a Zoning Commission's Report
7. Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly's Report
I. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO 8E HEARD
I. Mr. Art Evans i
2. Councilwoman Betty Glick
ADIOURNMENT
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 17, 1976 - 8: 00 P.M.
✓ i KENAI PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
VICE -MAYOR RICHARD I. MORGAN PRESIDING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. ROLL CALL
Present: Betty Glick, Edward Ambartan, Tom Ackerly, Walter Sweet, Dan
Whelan and Richard Morgan
Absent: James Elson
AGENDA APPROVAL:
The following items were approved for addition to the agenda:
G-8: Resolution No. 76-77 - Accepting additional grant funds from State for
RDA Water Well Project
G-9: Consent to Assignment - Bullocks Trucking & Excavating to Shirley Morgan, t.
Max Swearingen and Patrick O'Connell
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
B-1: Ordinance No. 297-76/77(B) - Street Liochtina Agreement
Vice Mayor Morgan read Ordinance No. 297-76/77(B) by title only as copies were
provided to the public. "An ordinance of the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska
amending the 1076-77 General Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and ;
appropriations in the amount of $6, 600 under the budgetary guideline entitled
"Public Works - State Lighting Agreement".
City Manager Wise advised that as the City had entered into an Illumination Agree-
ment with the State of Alaska of maintenance of street lights and the City would in
turn receive partial reimbursement of the power cost-- it was neccbsary for the
proper appropriation of funds be made to facilitate the City's responsibility for
responsibility of maintenance and repair of the illumination system within the
corporate limits of the City of Kenai.
Vice Mayor Morgan opened the hearing to the public -- there being no public input,
the hearing was returned to the Council table for action.
MOTION:
Councilman Sweet moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for adoption of
Ordinance No. 297-70/77 (B) , amending the 1976-77 General Fund Budget by
increasing estimated revenues and appropriations in the amount of $6,500 under
the budgetary guideline entitled "Public Works - State Lighting Agreement".
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Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote,
Ii-2: Ordinance No. 310-76 - Revising Schedule "H" of the Water and Sewer Rates
Vice Mayor Morgan read Ordinance No. 310-76 by title only as copies were available
to the public. "an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, revising
Schedule H - Water and Sewer Permits - of the Schedule of Rates for users connected
to City Water and Sewer Systems".
City Manager Wise reported that the fees scat are based on the size of service and the
funds collected would be reserved for water and sewer capital improvements.
Vice Mayor Morgan opened the hearing to the public. There being no comment, the
hearing was returned to the Council table.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilwoman Glick, for adoption of
Ordinance No. 310-76, revising Schedule H of Water and Sewer Permits of the Schedule
of rates for users connected to City water and sewer systems.
Councilman Sweet questioned if a single family residence required a larger line size
i.e. a residence were to install a sprinkler system for fire safety which resulted
in a 1-1/2" size, would this residence be charged the fee for a normal single family
dwelling? Mr. Wise advised that the single family residence would be charged
the fee for the exact size of service they installed. Councilman Sweet stated he would
be in opposition as this individual would be penalized when in turn he would be saving
costs in fire prevention, etc.
MOTION:
Councilman Sweet moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, to amend the motion to
include that a single family residence would be limited to the $400 fee irregardless of
size of service for hook-up.
Councilman Morgan stated that he felt this amendment may open areas of difficulty
which would abuse the rate schedule as proposed.
QUESTION - AMENDMENT
Failed by roll call vote. Voting no: Glick, Ambarian, Ackerly, Whelan and Morgan.
Voting yes; Sweet.
QUESTION - MAIN
Passed by roll call vote. Voting yes; Glick, Ambarian, Ackerly, Whelan and Morgan.
Voting no; Sweet.
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B-3: Ordinance No. 316-76 - Amending 1976 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations
Vice Mayor Morgan read Ordinance No. 316-76 by title only, "nn ordinance of the
Council of the City of Kenai Amending the 1976 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations".
Copies were available to the public.
Mr. Wise reported that a correction should be noted in Section 5, 8.090 "Use of
the runway or Taxiway C ......... rather than on.
Vice Mayor Morgan opened the hearing to the public. There being no one present
who wished to be heard, the hearing returned to the Council table.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilwoman Glick, for adoption of
Ordinance No. 316-76, amending the 1976 Kenai Municipal Airport Regulations, as
amended.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
B-4: Old Library Building and Lands
Mr. Wise advised that as the library had moved into its new facility, Administration
requested Council direction as to the use of the old building and surrounding lands.
Mr. Wise further stated that as the old building is in disrepair, etc. he was afraid the
building would be subject to vandalism being left vacant.
Vice Mayor Morgan opened the hearing to the public. f
Mr. Roger Meeks - representing Historical Society
Mr. Meeks read a proposal from the Historical Society wherein should the Council turn over
the responsibility of the old library building and lands to them for community use. j
Mr. Meeks reported that the Historical Society would beautify the park area, renovate the
building and perform other various requirements for a trial period in accordance with
a mutual agreement with the City of Kenai. Councilman Morgan stated that when the
property was deeded to the City it was restricted to be used for community activities
only. Councilman Ambarian stated that the City Manager had suggested to dispose of
the building in that bringing the building up to code would be quite costly. Mr. Meeks
stated that he felt minor corrections could be made without involving too much expense.
Mrs. Francis Meeks - Mrs. Meeks stated she felt that a green strip should be retained
as more and more apartment buildings were being constructed in the area and the
City should provide for playground and open space for the present as well as the future.
Mrs. Louisa Miller - Mrs. Miller stated that children have no place to play who live
in the downtown area and requested Council consideration to retain this area for a
community park area.
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Lt. Fanning, Salvation Army. Lt. Fanning stated the Salvation Army was in need of
a building to be used during the Christmas holidays for storage of foods for the Christmas
baskets. Lt. Fanning said that the Salvation Army would provide insurance and remove
the City of all liability and this in turn would allow time for the Historial Society to
investigate availability of grants and put together a plan for use of the facility.
Mr. Meeks further stated with granting the responsibility of the old library building and
lands to the Historical Society they would in turn make all users directly responsible
to them with the Historical Society being the only agency responsible to the City.
Linda McNair of the Kenai Fine Arts group stated that they as a group are not interested
in the old library building as they have made improvements to the Old Fire Hall and this
facility serves their purpose, however, they would also recommend that the Historical
Society be considered as the likely agency. Mrs. McNair explained some of the uses
in the old Fire Hall one of which is a Montessori school.
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Mr. Bill Tschoepl representing the Kenai Mayor's Council on Aging stated he would like
to see some organization be given responsibility of this building as many senior citizens
or members of various community groups who would be in attendance at the meetings
and holding these meetings in the old library building would eliminate the use of the
Sr. Citizen Center located in Fort Kenay which necessitates the use of the stairs and
creating much hardship for many individuals.
Councilman Ambarian stated he felt that a decision could not be rendered by Council
at this evening's meeting, and recommended that the City Manager meet with the
Historical Society and come up with a proposal to be presented at the next meeting of
the Council. Councilman Ackerly inquired as to what this would mean with regard to the
Salvation Army. Councilman Ambarian stated that there would most likely be other
buildings available in the City to serve their purposes.
MOTION:
Councilman Sweet moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, that the Council authorize
the Salvation Army use of the Old Library Building until the first of the year relieving
the City of Kenai of all liability and the Salvation Army assuming responsibility of
utilities and insurance and during the interim period the Council hereby authorizes
the City Manager to meet with the Historical Society to put together a viable program
4. to be presented to the Council.
Motion passed by roll call vote. Voting yes; Glick, Ackerly, Sweet, Whelan, Morgan
Voting no; Ambarian.
C. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
w C-1: Mr. Ted Carson representing Yoshi and Ruth Shichira
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lot 3 in Gusty Subdivision and were advised by the City that sewer was available
to their property when in fact it was not. Therefore, Mr. Carson requested that the
City compensate them for the cost of the new sewer line to be brought to their property.
Also, Mr. Carson advised that after discussions with the City Manager, his client
has agreed to waive the former decision of the City Council in that the City would
"rebate erroneous sewer charges" which in fact that a portion had been tapped into
the City sewer system. Mr. Carson further stated that the remaining problem would
be, therefore, installation of sewer main and presented a copy of a billing from
Doyle's Excavating and Construction Co. in the amount of $1,500.
Vice Mayor Morgan advised Council that first action required would be reconsideration
of the Council's motion to rebate certain charges.
MOTION:
Councilman Sweet moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for immediate reconsideration
of the motion of October 6, 1976.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
MOTION:
Motion that the City of Kenai refund erroneous sewer charges for the time period
that the Shiohiras, at their present location, were not hooked into the City sewer system
failed unanimously by roll call vote.
Council discussion followed with regard to City'a responsibility, the fact that
Ed Ferguson had been compensated by the City for sewer main extension and perhaps
should, therefore, be responsible, and whether or not an assessment district had been
formed (which it had not) . City Attorney Janis Williams, advised Council that it was
her opinion that the City was not legally responsible for this bill. Councilman Morgan
and Councilman Whelan both agreed that the City did have some moral responsibility
with regard to this matter.
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilman Sweet, that the Council of the
City of Kenai hereby authorize payment in the amount of $1,500 out of Water/Sewer
Bonds to Yoshi Shtohira for installing 60 feet of S" City sewer main at $19/foot and
four hours looking for sewer main at $90/hour based on the evidence presented to
Count'' .
Councilman Ambarian stated he opposed this payment as the cost of the installation
had not been checked out by the Public Works Director to see if the charges were
equitable, no sales tax was included on either of the billings from Doyle to the
Shiohiras so, therefore, Councilman Ambartan stated he felt that these bills should be
reviewed closely before a final decision is rendered.
Motion passed by roll call vote. Voting yes; Glick, Ackerly, Sweet, Whelan and
Morgan. Voting no; Ambarian.
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C-2: Air. Ron Miller - Peninsula Sanitation
Mr. Miller requested that Council grant relief of a billing sent to the Kenai Peninsula
Borough for approximately $1,500 for City of Kenai Fire Department response to fires
at the Kenai landfill. Mr. Miller further stated that as he was a Kenai taxpayer he
felt he should not be held liable for this billing and attributed many of the fires to
residents living in the immediate area .
Councilman Whelan inquired as to the rationale behind this billing and was advised by
City Manager Wise that this facility was a Borough responsibility and also tax exempt
property. City Attorney Williams advised that the proper action is between the City
and the Borough and not between the City and the contractor or Mr. Miller.
Mr. Miller advised that his contract with the Borough stated he was responsbile for
fire control. Councilman Ambarian stated he felt that the Borough should take care
of the matter.
With unanimous Council concurrence, Administration was directed to pursue the matter
of the billing with the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
D . MINUTES
D-1: Minutes of the regular meeting of November 3, 1976
The corrections were made to the minutes of the meeting of November 3. 1976 as follows:
Page 8 (g) - Councilman Morgan stated that he did not agree with the concept that
the City of Kenai had a commitment to provide a sewer line to the Grace Brethren Church
off Tinker Lane and, therefore, was not required to go to bid until decision was made
with regard to this matter.
Page 3 (G-1) - Councilman Whelan requested that on future "Bills to be paid - bills
to be ratified" forms be modified to include line item authorization for expenditures.
There being no further corrections, the minutes stood approved.
E. CORRESPONDENCE
None
F . OLD BUSINESS
None
G. NEW BUSINESS
G-1: Bills to be paid - bills to be ratified
Vice Mayor Morgan asked that the bills be identified. Mr. Wise, City Manager, reported
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that all items were budgeted and that the Kenai Electric billing was the only capital
expenditure.
Councilman Whelan stated that during the work sessions on the proposed budget no
funds were allocated specifically for travel and lodging for the Alaska Municipal League
meeting.
MOTION:
Councilman Sweet moved, seconded by Councilman Ambarian, for approval of those
items to be paid and those items for ratification.
Motion passed by roll call vote with Councilman Whelan voting no
G-2: Resolution No. 76-71 - Building Corrections to Fort Kenay
Vice Mayor Morgan read Resolution No. 70-71 by title only "a resolution of the Council
of the City of Kenai authorizing the City Manager to prepare specifications and to accept
bids for building corrections to Fort Kenay". Copies were available for the public.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Ackerly, for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-71, authorizing the City Manager to prepare specifications and to
accept bids for building corrections to Fort Kenay and such resolution to be amended
to include that funding was provided under Ordinance No. 319-76.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
a-3: Resolution No. 76-72 - Amending Airport Janitorial Service Contract
Vice Mayor Morgan read Resolution No. 76-72 by title only, "a resolution of the Council
of the City of Kenai authorizing the City Manager to execute an amended contract for
Janitorial services for the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Building". Copies were
available prior to the meeting for the public.
Mr. Wise advised Council that this amendment was required as Livia's Janitorial Service
was unable to secure a surety bond and the City had been so advised by a local insurance
carrier. Administration recommends that the contract be amended to delete the
requirement of a rawaty bond and substitute a retainage in the amount of $400 for the
life of the contract.
Councilman Ackerly questioned if $400 would be an adequate amount for retainage .
Councilman Whelan asked if the City had an alternative and Mr. Wise advised
that Livia's Janitorial would not be able to obtain the surety bond from any
Insurance carrier.
MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by Councilman Sweet, for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-72, authorizing the City Manager to execute an amended contract
for janitorial services for the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Building.
f Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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a-4: Resolution No. 76-73 - Implementation of Sr. Citizen Nutrition Program
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Vice Mayor Morgan read Resolution No. 76-73 by title only "a resolution of the
Council of the City of Kenai authorizing the City Manager to prepare specifications
and to receive bids for implementation of the Nutrition Program. Copies were avail-
able for the public.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilwoman Glick, for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-73, authorizing the City Manager to prepare specifications
and to receive bids for implementation of the Nutrition Program.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
0-5: Resolution No. 76-74 - Maintenance and Repair of Street Lights
Vice Mayor Morgan read Resolution No. 76-74, "a resolution of the Council of the
City of Kenai authorizing the City Manager to prepare specifications and to receive
bids for implementation of the maintenance and repair of the street lights in the
urban section along the Spur Highway". Copies were available of the resolution
for the public.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Sweet, for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-74 authorizing the City Manager to prepare specifications and to
receive bids for implementation of the maintenance and repair of the street lights
in the urban section along the Spur Highway and also that Administration be directed
to look into the use of sodium vapor lights.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
G-6: Resolution No. 76-75 - Rejection of bids for Tinker Lane Sewer Extension Project
Vice Mayor Morgan read Resohtion No. 76-75, "a resolution of the Council of the
City of Kenai authorizing the City Manager to reject all bids received for Tinker Lane
Sewer Extension Project. Whereas, the City of Kenai received bids for the Tinker Lane
Sewer Extension Project, and Whereas, all bids received were in excess of funds
available to support such a project. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the City
:!'tanager to hereby authorized to rel"A all bids received for the Tinker Lane Sewer
Extension Project".
Vice Mayor Morgan reiterated his stand with regard to this matter and inquired
why the City had gone to bid on this project? Mr. Wise reported that certain
correspondence contained in the City's files indicated that the City had some liability
to perform this project. Vice Mayor morgan stated that he felt the City should pro-
ceed with the rejection of the bids and that Administration should thoroughly
• investigate the matter to determine the City's obligation with regard to providing
such a service.
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MOTION:
Councilman Whelan moved, seconded by C;ouncilwomnn Oliek , for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-75, rejection of bids for Tinker Lane Sewer Extension Project.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
0-7: Resolution No. 76-76 - Change Order 02 - FAA Water Well Project
Vice Mayor Morgan read Resolution No. 76-76 by title only, "a resolution of
the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, authorizing Change Order #2 to the EDA
Water Well/Transmission Line Construction Project".
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Sweet, for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-76, authorizing Change Order #2 to the EDA Water Well/
Transmission Line Construction Project in the amount of $13,461.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
0-8: Resolution No. 76-77 - Accepting Additional Grant Funds from State of Alaska
Vice Mayor Morgan read resolution No. 76-77 by title only. "A resolution of the
Council of the City of Kenai accepting additional funds in the amount of $38,150
Increasing the State of Alaska, Department of Environmental Conservation's share
to $347,900 for the Kenai Water System Expansion Project". Copies were available
for public perusal.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Whelan, for adoption of
Resolution No. 76-77, accepting additional funds in the amount of $38,150 increasing
the State of Alaska, Department of Environmental Conservation's share to $347,900
for the Kenai Water System Expansion Project.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote,
0-9: Consent to Assignment - Bullock to Shirley Morgan, Max Swearingen a
Patrick O'Connell
Mr. Wise advised that Bullocks Trucking a Excavating, Ina., Walter and
Myrtle Bullock requested a "Consent to Assignment" to Shirley L . Morgan,
Max Swearingen and Patrick M. O'Connell for Lot 8, Block 3, Cook Inlet
Industrial Air Park Subdivision. Mr, Wise further advised that he had received
a telephone call from Mr. Bullock confirming that a letter would be forthcoming
with regard to the request for assignment.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Sweet, for Council
approval of consent to assignment from Bullock's Trucking a Excavating, Inc.
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to Shirley L. Morgan, Max Swearingen and Patrick O'Connell on Lot 8, Block 3,
Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park.
Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote with Councilman Morgan abstaining.
H. REPORTS
H-1: City Manager's Report
City Manager Wise commented on items contained in his Administrative
Report 05, a copy of which is attached in its entirety, and becomes a part of
the official transcript of the proceedings of this meeting.
MAYOR a COUNCIL - QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Councilman Ambarian requested that all future water shutdowns in the City
be well advertised in advance.
Councilman Whelan stated ho felt that though the Council should not interefere in
the day-to-day operations of the City, it was necessary for the Council to set
some policies with which Administration could use as guidelines -- therefore,
the Council should hold a meeting to set these policies and then hold another
meeting with the Manager to enter into discussions on these policies.
Councilman Morgan stated that the Council also need to set a list of priorities
to be presented to the Peninsula Legislative group before they leave for Juneau.
Council set a Special Meeting for Wednesday, November 24, 1976, at 5: 00 p.m.
in the Kenai Public Safety Building. Vice Mayor Morgan will develop the agenda.
Councilman Ackerly inquired as to the status of the designs submitted by the High
School Art Department for the mural on the Terminal Building. Mr. Wise
stated he would be contacting the school this week.
Councilman Sweet inquired as the status of berm removal -- Mr. Wise advised
that data was being prepared for presentation to the Council. Councilman Sweet
advised that he had talked with a representative from the State Highway Dept.
who stated they had a peice of equipment attached to their graders that would
quickly remove the berms. Council directed Administration to look into this.
Councilman Whelan referred to the memorandum received from the City Manager
with regard to re -location expenses and asked when an appropriate time would be
to discuss this matter. Mr. Wise requested that Council take this up in a session
wherein he was not present.
Councilman Ackerly stated that during the public hearing on the Old Library
Building and Lands that the Kenai Pine Arts group had commented that a Day Care
Cent- is being run out of their facility -- Councilman Ackerly questioned the
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legality of this operation and asked that in view of the fact that the City had just
rendered a decision on the operation of a school in n non -complying zone and
as this is a lease of City owned lands perhaps Administration should investigate
the matter immediately. Council so directed Administration to immediately
act on the matter of a Day Care Center operating out of the Fine Arts Building.
H-2: City Attorney's Report
Tidelands - The State has been unable to report the status and Mayor Elson,
acting in behalf of the City, will check further into the situation.
Kenai Baptist Temple - The City will file a Motion for Preliminary Injunction
and an Amended Complaint.
Filler Case - Court should render a decision in the next two or three months --
a final decision may take up to six months.
Employee's Suit - No change in status. The plaintiff has resigned from the
employ of the City and the City could, therefore, file a motion for dismissal.
H-3: Mayor's Report
None
H-4: City Clerk's Report
Clerk Sue Peter reminded Council of the new library dedication ceremonies
to be held Sunday at 2: 00 p.m.
H-5: Finance Director's Report
None
H-6: Planning a Zoning Commission's Report
Councilwoman Glick reported that the Commission swore in Sharon Loosli
as a new meambe at the last meeting of the Commission and three additional
names had been presented to Mayor Elson to fill the remaining vacancy on the
Commission. The Commission also considered North Gate Subdivision adjacent
to Sears Elementary and after much discussion approval was given.
Vice Mayor Morgan asked if Councilwoman (click felt that the Commission
could offer input as to what to do with the old library building and lands and
Councilwoman Glick suggested the matter be included on the next agenda of
Commission for their perusal and recommendations to Council.
H-7: Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly's Report
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Mr. Evans inquired as to the status of the audit and was advised by Mr. Wise
that the Council had been presented with a rough drfat and report on November llth.
The reason for the delay was that there were some problems in confirming the
reassessment districts which has been resolved and the audit is now in the final
typing stage and should be ready for presentation in the very near future.
Mr. Evans stated he could not see the reason for the delay in the audit as it
was to be completed by September 30th. Vice Mayor Morgan advised that the
City could not provide some of the information required so the firm pulled off
the audit until the information was available. Also, the Sr. Accountant left
in the middle of the audit which necessitated bringing in another accountant
to take over. -- which created some delay.
Mr. Evans stated that in view of the up -coming special session of the Council
he wished that Council would take into consideration some of the reports that
he had been hearing with regard to the fact that the City Manager was not
allowing Department Heads to attend the meetings. Mr. Evans further stated
he would like to remind the Council that because of this policy many problems
arose for the City in the past. Also, some of the questions posed at the meeting
could have been answered by the individual Department Head without a delay
in obtaining an answer. Mr. Evans stated that due to the newness of the
current administration, it would be imperative to have these Department Heads
present.
I-2: Councilwoman Glick
Councilwoman Glick reported on her activities at the Annual Municipal League
meeting held in Fairbanks and the value on the information received and
assistance given from other officials serving in similar capacities.
MOTION:
Councilman Ambarian moved, seconded by Councilman Sweet, that the
Council adjourn to other chambers for the purpose of an executive session
to discuss relocation expenses for the City Manager.
Mr. Max Swearingen objected to the Council meeting in an executive session
to discuss a matter which would not reflect on the personal character of the
individual involved and as this would involve taxpayers funds, the subject
should be discussed in a public meeting.
With consent of second, Councilman Ambarian withdrew his motion and
moved for immediate adjournment.
Motion passed unanimously.
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There being no further business of the Council of the City of Kenai, the
regular meeting of November 17, 1976 adjourned at 11: 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sue C. Peter, City Clork
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CITY OF KENAI
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 06
Administration and Finance
L Terminal Janitorial Contract
We have determined that the party which we contracted for janitorial service
in the Terminal is unable to obtain a surety bond and we have this in writing
from Leo Oberts Insurance Company that such bonds are not available. We
are, therefore, proposing to modify the contract by requesting a $400
retainage through the life of the contract to provide a source in the event
there is a surety problem. The contracting party has agreed to this and we
feel it is a most logical solution to our problem -- request approval of the
change in the contract terms.
2. Dangerous Buildings
I have spoken with the City Fire Chief and we have reviewed a number of
buildings which appear to be dangerous, potential hazards and public nuisances.
The bulk of these buildings have now been posted and we will pursue abatement
of nuisances in the near futur? as we can.
3. Fire Experience - Month of October
An important aspect of the report to that we had one structural fire and five
others. Essentially, minimal damage within the City.
4. Senior Citizens - Nutritional Program
I have a resolution on the agenda requesting authorization to prepare specifications
to accept bids for the necessary building corrections required to meet State
standards in the use of Fort Kenay as a food service activity.
Department of Public Works
1. Animal Shelter
At this time, all that remains to be done at the Shelter is installation of a hot
water tank, sink and the cages. Hopefully, we will be able to move into the
facility the latter part of this coming week.
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2. FDA Water Wall Project
All the transmission water line has been installed at this time except for a small
portion in an area of swamp land between Raven street and Well No. 1. This
coming Saturday morning at 1: 00 a.m. to approximately 6 a.m., we will have to
shut down the City water system so that they can make n tie-in with this line
to the existing line from Well No. 1. This should be complete by 7: 00 a.m. at
which time our employees will bleed the system, flush hydrants and restore
pressure. Essentially, the transmission line work has been completed. In
regards to the well, the well driller is in the process of drilling and seems to
be proceeding very well. The difficult portion of the drilling is yet to come
and will be at the lower 75% of the well. This is at the point where he will enter
the water bearing stratum or aquifer.
S. Sower Treatment Plant
Regrettably due to the snow, we have been unable to test run the 60 kilowatt
generator. If weather bears with us we shall have this test run properly
installed in the near future.
4. Snow Removal
Snow removal has proceeded as normal and quite effectively due to the warm
storage facility which has enabled us to move the equipment promptly onto
snow removal projects.
8. Airport Lighting
We have had some minor problems on the airport lighting approach lights and
runway lights, however, we seem to have been able to accomplish the necessary
corrective action.
S. Building Permits
I would like to bring your attention that in October we issued building permits
In an estimated value of $600,000 for approximately twelve residential and two
commercial structures.
7. RDA Reservoir
We have received acknowledgement from EDA in Seattle that they have received
our application. We have also received A-95 Clearinghouse Approval, therefore,
our application hopefully is fully complete and should be able to be acted upon
in the very very near future.
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