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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972-08-16 Council MinutesN 8 REGULAR MI'ETING, KENAI CITY COUNCIL AlIC1IST 16, 1972, 8:00 P.M. PLEDGI: OF ALLEGIANCE A: ROLL CALL 1 B: PERSONS PRESENT SCHI'D111.10 TO 01''. HEARD: I. Mike Fargo - State 11Jghway Department 1 2. Oscar Thomas - K.U.S.C.0. 2 3. Robert Bergen - 4. Ken Rice - Peninsula Racing Assoc. 2 C: MINUTES 1. Regular Meeting of August 2, 1972 3 D: CORRESPONDENCE 1.(T."S7.11atlock Deputy Commissioner of Highways -• Kenai River Bridge 3 2. Senator Stevens - F.A.A. Projects 3 3. Robert Needham - Kachemak Seafoods 3 E: REPORTS 1. City Manager's Report a. Things to do list 8/2/72 3 b. F.A.A.-Use Plan Deferred c. Small Boat Harbor 3 ; d. Fort Kenny 4 e. Library and Convention Center 4 f. Industrial Water Line 4 2. City Attorney's Report Not present 3. Mayor's Report 4 4. City Clerk's Report None S. Finance Director's Report 4-S F 6. Planning f: Zoning's Report S 7. Borough Assemblymen's Report 5-6 F: OLD BUSINESS 1. Agreement to assume Kenai Community Water 6 Sewer Co. 6 G: NEW BUSINESS 1. Trade City lands for recreational lots 6 2. R.O.W. Purchase Davidson Drive 7 3. L3, Bi, First Addition Etolin S/D - Bid Award 7 4. K.U.S.C.O. Resolution 72-26 - Authorizing controlling interest transfer 2 t� S. Notification of payment - Northwestern Construction Inc. 7 6. Notification of payment - Wince, Corthell 4 Assoc. - WPC-AK-33 7 7. Notification of payment - Wince, Corthell 4 Assoc. - Phase Ii, ADAP 8-02-0142-01 7 8. Notification of payment - Kelly Construction Co. 8 9. Notification of payment - Aspeotis Construction Co. 8 20. Notification of payment - Anchorage Asphalt 4 Paving 8 11. Notification of paymont - West-e-r-n 4 Assoc. 8 12. Chapter 127 - Laws of Alaska -relating to intoxicating liquor 8 13. Notification of payment - Kenneth Stock - Fort Kenay 8 24. Concrete slabs under S four roofs on buildings - Fort Kenay Deferred IS. Request for payment - Arctic Diving 6 Salvage 8 16. Resolution 72-27 a Retention of State Highway 6 Fish and = Game Personnel 9 H: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: CITIZEN'S GRIEVANCES AND REQUESTS: None i MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 16, 1972 8:00 P.M. - KENAI LIBRARY The Council gave the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Members present - James Hornaday Hugh Malone *, Tru c Grady, XODerl Norene, Robert Bielefeld and Mayor John Steinbeck. * In late. Members absent - James Doyle. B: PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: B - 1 Mike Fargo_- State Highway Dept. Mr. Fargo reported the paving should be finished sometime next week. Paving should be to Forest Drive tomorrow night. By Friday night all the detours will be over. Mr. Glotfelty asked Mr. Fargo about paving the access into businesses that haven't been paved yet. They didn't pave anticipating the construction of the Urban Section. Mr. Fargo answered, if an approach was paved prior to the project, it will be re -paved, with the exception of Broad, Bluff and Willow Streets. Malone in now. Mr. Glotfelty said that these businesses have developed since the inception of the project. They knew the Urban Section would come along. If you pave for one you should pave for all. Mr. Fargo stated he has no power to do this. He sympathizes but has to stand by the policy. Mr. Glotfelty asked him if the paving could be done at cost. Mr. Fargo stated he didn't know but would look into it. Mr. Glotfelty reported he had a meeting with Mr. Fargo and the contractor Monday morning. The contractor will pay for time and equipment the City used to maintain the detours this last week end. MINUTES, KFNAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page two B - 4: Ken Rice - Kenai Peninsula Racing Assoc. Mr. Rice gave the Activity Report from the Peninsuls Racing Assoc. They had eight cars at the track Friday night. They were rained out Sunday. The enthusiasm is great. The association is going to get together with Fairbanks, Anchorage, Whitehorse and Palmer and co-ordinate the rules so they can race on each others track. Mid Knight reported he talked with Mr. Kulawik of Peter Kiewit and Co. They have in excess of 1,000 yards of reject material that can be put on the track. We have donated trucks, loaders and operators to put this on the track. He also reported, because of prevailing winds, they will have grandstands on the other side of the track. B - 2: Oscar Thomas - K.U.S.C.O. Mr. Thomas is before the Council on behalf of K.U.S.C.O. According to Section 13 of Ordinance 115, the corporation is required to obtain consent of the City to transfer the controlling interest in the shares of stock. Currently the stock distribution is: J. H. Whitney Company 100,000 shares (64.51) J. M. Covington 50,000 shares (32.2%) Oscar L. Thomas 5,000 shares ( 3.3%) The new stock distribution would be: J. M. Covington 100,000 shares (64.5%) Plant Field Maint Corp 50,000 shares (32.2%) Oscar L. Thomas 5,000 shares ( 3.3%) There is a possibility of the interest money remaining in Alaska. Mr. Glotfelty-recommends approval of the concept. A Resolution has been prepared under Agenda Item G - 4 and with consent of Council this will be heard at this time. There were no objections. Bielefeld moved and Norene seconded to adopt Resolution 72-26 approving the transfer of controlling interest in Kenai Utility Service Corporation. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Mr. Thomas was asked 3 questions concerning the gas pipe line under the proposed Gusty S/D. 1. Could construction take place over the pipe line? 2. If not, what is the cost of relocation? ,-: 3. What written easement do you have at this time? w�1�wr7�1Di1�lAiMl�iii�w:r3x•�: e = � - - ss�r�f�i�r=%-o�e� - - - _ .. ,� MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL. MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page three E"�N �4 B - 3: Robert Bor ern Not present. C: MINUTES The Minutes of Regular Meeting of August 2, 1972 were approved as corrected. The last paragraph of page eleven amended to read "Councilman Hornaday suggested a Mayor's Committee on Tradition and Heritage if there were no objections to Council." There were no objections. D: CORRESPONDENCE D - 1: C.S. Matlock Deputy Commissioner of Highways - Kenai River midge Mr. Matlock wrote they are proceeding as rapidly as possible with final design and right-of-way appraisals and acquisition. Unless unforeseen problems develop, we expect that it will be under contract in time for a spring construction start. D - 2: Ted Stevens - F.A.A. Projects Senator Stevens wrote that Kenai is slated for a F.A.A. Facilities and Equipment Project in 1973. D - 3: Robert Needham - Kachemak Seafoods Mr. Needham wrote that due to the lot having 16 inches of clay and additional costs and financing he would like to cancel the lease on Lot 2, Block 5, Small Aricraft Apron. E: REPORTS E - 1: City Manager's Report (a) Things to do list 8/2/72 Mr. Glotfelty reported the Things to do list of 8/2/72 as accomplished or in process. (b) F.A.A. Use Plan The City Manager reported this will wait until the audit is available. (c) Small Boat Harbor Mr. Glotfelty reported Christiansen Construction Co. has started work on the Small Boat Harbor. MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page four (d) Fort Kenay The Administration has received one hid and expect 2 more on the four foundations and four roofs at Fort Kenay. Agenda Item G - 14 will be deferred until the next meeting. (e) Library and Convention Center Mr. Glotfelty reported the architect will be in attendance at the next Council meeting. Councilman Hornaday stated Senator Palmer has offered to hand carry the plans to the Governor. He feels we should take him up on this. The City Manager stated the plans should be ready next month. (f) Industrial Water Line Bruce Massey reported by phone he was very successful in his trip to Juneau concerning the water line. One half ''. of the total line from Kenai to North Kenai will be funded - if the bond issue passes in November. They approved award before the first of the governmental fiscal year for our loop system with Mommsen S/D, Bush Lanes S/D and Wildwood. E - 2: City Attorney's Report Not present. E - 3: Mayor's Report Mayor Steinbeck was pleased with the Kenai. Historical Society's report for July. He is particularly pleased with the City seeking bids to clean up the log cabin situation. He urges the Council to support the "We -Care" program to promote the museum. The figure of 1427 visitors in July is surprising. E - 4: City Clerk's Report No report. E - S: Finance Director's Report Mr. Whelan reported he has just received the appraisal for City property. He gave one to each Councilman. Mr. Whelan gave Council copies of the Financial Statement. He apologized for it being hand written. He pointed out no taxes are shown yet and no shared revenue. There are adjustments to be made to enter interdepartmental charges. It will be refined by the second Council meeting in September. If the Council have any questions, feel free to contact him at any time. ! MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Wage five E - 5 - Finance Director's Report - continued. l� Mr. Glotfelty stated the Council will be receiving the Financial Statement the second meeting of each month and felt the Council should reserve a half hour of the meeting to go over this. Mr. Whelan stated the Ledgers and Journals are set up and current. Each statement will be easier to prepare. Mr. Glotfelty reported we will have at least the preliminary audit for the next meeting. E - 6: Planning & Zoning's Report Al Hudson reported on the Kenai Planning & Zoning's meeting of August 9, 1972. The Commission approved a development plan for the First Addition Etolin S/D. The Commission discussed Mobile Homes. They also discussed the trading of City lands to enhance the continuity of the park. They did arrive that it should be traded if some a agreement could be worked out. E - 7: Borough Assemblymen's Report Assemblyman Norene reported on the Assembly meeting of August 15, 1972. The Assembly was again faced with the Planning & Zoning Ordinance. A motion to table until 7/1/73 failed for lack of a majority. They will continue with hearings within k the Borough. The Assembly introduced an Ordinance -Supplemental Appropriation Capital Improvement fund for $105,000 for repair of roof on the Homer School. An Ordinance was introduced concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages during elections. The Assemlby passed the schematic for Moose Pass School. The Fort Graham teacherage was discussed. A Solid Waste Disposal study was presented. It does not effect home rule cities. The Election Judges were approved. h� PIN MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page six E - 7 - Borough Assemblymen's Report - continued. Councilman Hornaday expressed extreme concern on the addition to Kenai Central High School and suggested we invite the President of the Assembly and President of the School Board to a Council Meeting. There were no objections and was so ordered. The Council discussed the Planning, Platting & Zoning within first class cities as outlined in the new Municipal Code. This will be put on the next Agenda for review. The Mayor declared a 10 minute recess. F: OLD BUSINESS F - 1: Agreement to assume Kenai Community Water & Sewer Co. It was the general consensus of the Council to see the proposed agreement before coming to any decision. G: NEW BUSINESS G - 1: Trade City lands for recreation lots The City has received a request to trade lands located adjacent to the City park for lands in the highway right- of-way about to be released to the City. Planning & Zoning recommend some form of trade be made for the park land. The City Attorney feels this is in Airport Land and thereby restricted in use by F.A.A. Deed. The City Manager does not feel this is part of the airport package. The appraisal of this land is $108,000. The appraisal cost approximately $1,200. He further stated the Administration has no objections to a land trade on an equal value basis. There needs to be a couple items settled first; the City Attorney's opinion and an appraisal of Mr. Cruver's land. After much discussion, Norene moved and Malone seconded to negotiate for trade of equal value of Mr. Cruver's five acre site for a portion of land in the proposed Gusty S/D Addition provided we can overcome any legal problems with F.A.A. After much discussion, Malone moved and Hornaday seconded that because of not enough information to table this until the next meeting and direct the Administration to prepare a course of action and obtain additional information. The motion carried unanimously. MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page seven G - 2: R.O.W. Purchase Davidson Drive Mr. Glotfelty reported the big hand up on acquiring right- of-way for WSF 10-19-1017 is GLO Lot 50, Section 34, T6N, R11W, SBM. The Administration recommends buying this land from Mr. Vincent Root to obtain the right-of-way. This could be subdivided and sold at a later date. Norene moved and Hornaday seconded we purchase GLO Lot SO, Section 34, T6N, R11W, SBM from Mr. Vincent Root for $4,500.00 for Davidson Drive Water, Sewer and Street Improvements. The motion carried by roll call vote with Malone and McCrady dissenting. G - 3: L3, B1, First Addition Etolin S/D - Bid Award Mr. Jaynes reported the Administration received one bonus bid for L3, B1, First Addition Etolin S/D from Mr. Steinbeck. i 1 He submitted and the Planning $ Zoning Commission approved his development plan. The Administration recommends approval of this lease. Hornaday moved and Bielefeld seconded to accept the Admin- istrations's recommendation and lease L3, B1, First Addition Etolin S/D to Mr. Steinbeck. The motion carried with Steinbeck abstaining. G - 4: K.U.S.C.O. Resolution 72-26 - Authorizing controlling interest transfer . Heard under Agenda Item B-2. ' G - S: Notification of payment - Northwestern Construction Inc. ` Bielefeld moved and Norene seconded payment be withheld from Northwestern Construction Inc. until the safety L lights have been put on taxiway by the terminal in the hazardous area. The motion carried unanimously. G - 6: Notification of payment - Wince Corthell $ Assoc. The Administration is paying Wince, Corthell & Assoc. $3,OS9.7S - WPC-AK-33. G - 7: Notification of gayment - Wince Corthell & Assoc. Phase II —._ Z� -UlL The Administration is paying Wince, Corthell F, Assoc, $2,921.20 - ADAP 8-02-0142-01. i I f i :I �i MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page eight G - 8; Notification of payment - Kelly Construction Co. The Administration is paying Kelly Construction Co. $180,439.00 - Estimate #4 - Public Safety Building. G - 9: Notification of payment - Aspeotis Construction Co. The Administration is paying Aspeotis Construction Co. $68,155.20 WPC-AK-35. G - 10: Notification of payment - Anchorage Asphalt $ Paving The Administration is paying Anchorage Asphalt and Paving $36,520.64 - Estimate #3. G - 11: Notification of payment - West-e-r-n $ Assoc. The Administration is paying West-a-r-n & Assoc. $109,557.77 for Estimate #4 WPC-AK-33. G - 12: Chapter 117 - Laws of Aaaska - relating to intoxicating 1 quor The Clerk reported Chapter 117 of the Laws of Alaska, ' that AS O4.15.020(g) is repealed and that if cities elect to allow the sales of intoxicating liquor during elections it may do do by Ordinance. It was the consensus of Council to leave the Code as it is. G - 13: Notification of payment - Kenneth Stock - Fort Kenay ` Administration recommends approval of the final payment of $150.00 to Kenneth Stock for Fort Kenay alterations. Norene moved and McGrady seconded to accept the Administration's ' recommendation and pay Kenneth Stock $150.00 final payment for ' Fort Kenay alterations. The motion carried unamimously by roll call vote. G - 14: Concrete slabs under and four roofs on buildings - Fort Kenay Deferred until the next meeting. G - 15: Request for payment - Arctic Diving and Salvage Mr. Glotfelty reported there is a good chance this money will be funded by L.E.A.A. Malone moved and Norene seconded to approve the payment of $4,104.66 to Arctic. Divers and Salvage for diving gear. The motion carried by roll call vote with Bielefeld dissenting. 4\� MINUTES, KENAI CITY COUNCIL, MEETING, AUGUST 16, 1972 Page nine 6 G - 16: Resolution 72-27 - Requesting retention of State Highway an7 Fish and Game personnel Hornaday moved and Norene seconded to adopt Resolution 72- 27 - Requesting retention of State Highway and Fish and Game personnel. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Closing Comments Councilman Bielefeld criticized the doors on the Public Safety Building stating it cheapens the whole building. The cost of heat will far surpass the installation of insulated doors. He also stated there should be an inspector at all times no matter what it cost on the Sewage Treatment Plant. Councilman McGrady stated the Kenai Fire Dept. contract should be studied and brought back to Council. MEETING ADJOURNED 11:35 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Sterling, City Clerk F(f)1 E - 7 E - 7 G - 1 f G - 2 rr- G - 13 G - 15 `- G - 16 THINGS TO DO LIST 8/16/72 Report on dangerous intersections - Kenai Spur (recommendations from State Troopers $ State Highway) Invite President of the Assembly and the President of the School Board to next Council Meeting. Planning, Platting $ Zoning with First Class Cities as outlined in the new Municipal Code Course of action and additional information on trading City lands. Pay Vincent R00% $4,500.00 for GLO Lot SO, Section 34, T6N, Rllw, SBM. Pay Kenneth Stock $150.00 - final payment - Fort Kenay alterations. Pay Arctic Diving and Salvage $4,104.66 for diving gear. Write and distribute Resolution 72-27 - Requesting retention of State Highway and Fish & Game personnel. Study of Kenai Fire Dept. contract.