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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING KEWAI CITY COUNCIL
8:00 P.11. Janurry 15, 1969 '
A01I14VOCATION - Rev. Redman
A< ROLL CALL
B: j0,ERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
1. i;r. Oscar Thomas, Superintendent Kenai Utility Service
Corp. on Franchise Tax. o �D''
✓Z. t•ir. Robert Lorene, Centrai Penia Hospital Association Csa
on creation of a Hospital Service District.
0030'. Sgt. Rush and Fir. Ernest Presher, to discuss the problem�f
with "dope" in the Kenai Schools.4.
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P""C: MINUTES
Regular Meeting December 18, 1968
E: UPORTS:
✓f City Manager
✓7. City Attorney
.-I Nayd'F, City Clerk and Planning & Zoning Commission
Kenai Peninsula Borough Assemblymen
F: 0 CUSINESS:
. Receive report of Architect and Plannin and Zoning Commission
on the proposed Civic Center Building. *N3191t6 eAer
✓2. Receive report of the water & sewer engineers.
Receive request of Standard Oil Company for a modification to
the option'for their lease at the terminal area.
�� 4. Second reading of Ordinance No. 154, on reEoning
v0-5. Second reading of Ordinance No. 155, rdlating to Planning and
Zoning.
�. Enact Resolution 69-1 repealing Resolution No. 68-65, ano
dedicating proceeds from the sale of the Health Center Lot.
PUBLIC HEARING
Regarding application for transfer of the David Newton Boyer
Liquor Lincense to Charles H. Peaviey.
1.1.1 BUSINESS:
✓ Receive proposal for development of freight facilities for
western Airlines at the Kenai Municipal Airport.
✓2. Discuss the dog problem.
Agenda Cont'd.
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NEU BUSINESS C014T'D.
G-3: Receive request for renewal of licenses for Games of Chance
and skill.
G-4: Receive hequest for a water anu sewer Assessment District for
lots oh 3rd. Avenue.
G-5: Discuss the Parking and Fire fighting facilities at the Kenai
I.iunicipa Airport.
r6: Authorize lease of Space in Terminal Building to Western Airlines.
;;1GV9-?: Assignment of Lease of Lot 1, Block 1, Cook Inlet Industrial
Air Park for security purposes.
f G8: Assignment of Lease for Lots 1, 2 and 3, L'lock 4, Cook Inlet
Industrial Airpark for security purposes.
G-9: Discuss re-organizatioh of hater & Sewer Department.
G/1-10)): Discuss job description of Dump Operator and Dog Pound Operator.
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KEAAI CITY COUNCIL IIIAUTLS 1: JANUARY, 1969
Invocation - Rev. Redman
Roll call: Members present - Dr. Charles A. dailies Robert dielefeld, Chester
Cone, John Hulien, Mrs. Florine McCollum, Billy McCann and Mayor Eugene H. Morin.
Also present: City Mgr. James W. Harrison, DPW Dir. N. 0. Kjelstad, Acct.
George Brown, Airport 4gr. G. L. Jaynes, Jr., Terminal Bldg. Mgr. Gilbert Staf-
ford, Atty. James E. Fisher, Plan. Comm. Sec. Richard Carignan and Chariman Ruby
Coyle, Head Librarian Georgia Struble, Boro Chairman George Navarre, Engineers
Frank Mince and Walt Steige.
d-1: Mr. Oscar Thomas, Mgr. of Kenai Utility Service, addressed Council and pre-
sented the first franchise tax check in the amount of $2,401.53 for last quarter
of 1967 and the calendar year of 1968. KUSCO has invested over 1 million dollars
in this area, having installed over 3J miles of pipe which serves about 700 fam-
ilies and businesses. Thomas expressed his appreciation for their acceptance in
the community and for the cooperation received from.the City.
B-L: Robert Norene addressed Council concerning the Boro's proposal to establish
a Hospital service area. Hearings will be held throughout the Peninsula - the
one in Kenai is to be on the 28th at the Court House. tie asked for an endorsement
from the City on the Hospital District. Council will defer action until the
hearings are held and the will of the people is determined. The City did en-
dorse the Central Peninsula Hospital two years ago, but no money committment was
made. Norene said it will cost about $890,000 to finish; the $1,200,000 bond
proposal will provide for capitalized interest and possibly operating funds until
the institution can become 1UU% self -sustained. It would cost over 2 million to
build a new Hospital.
B-3: Sgt. Ray Rush of the State Police talked briefly of the liquor and narcotics
problem amoung juveniles; the liquor problem far outweighs the latter; part of
the difficulty is the acceptance by thoarents of the young folke drinking beer,
etc. lie warned those present "Don't take it for granted that your child is not
trying one or the other". Liquor and especially narcotics are expensive habits,
and violators are children from families in the upper brackets. Unfortunately,
the vices of a minority are reflected on the character of the majority.
Assistant District Attorney Bob Yandell, who prosecutes the juvenile cases
in Anchorage, gave an example of the change in attitude of the public: in 1959
a dope peddlar convicted of traffic in narcotics was sentenced to ten years - now -
a -days, they are talking about legalizing marijuana use. More emphasis should be
put on the "good guys" rather than the very small minority of dope users.
Ernest L. Presher, Supt. of Boro Schools said theer function is education;
the young people need to be involved in the effort to reduce the use of liquor
and narcotics in their group.. and their program is geared to this purpose.
Speakers from the audience, Council and guest speakers agreed the laws
should be more stringent for convicted persons; also there should be more pro-
tection for the informer; the best way to help the law is to keep your eyes open
and notify the authorities when violations occur. Juveniles should not be so well
protected; if violations occur more than once, the name of the violator should
be published, and also that of the parent.
In response to questions from the City Mgr. Rush said he doesn't know the
percentage of users in the schools; that if he had evidence he could have 170
people in jail right now.
Morin thanked them for their presentation and said this points up the need
for more money to be spent for law enforcement even if it means a raise in taxes.
At the request of the City Mgr. the agenda was amended to table items F-4 and 5
and to add item G-11.
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Kenai Council Minutes
15 Jan'69 Page -two
A 5 minute recess was declared to change the recording tape.
C; Minutes of the past meeting were approved.
E-1: The City Mgr. reported:
1. Crowded conditions in the City Administration offices have made it necessary
to seek more space; a used trailer is available for $225 monthly rental; this
has four offices partitioned, but the adner says he can readily make it into 3
or whatever the City wants. It would cost $l0U (about) to move it adjacent
to City Hall; a door would be cut in the present offices to allow access to
the trailer addition. He has had two people working in his office the past month
and nas no place where he can work privately6 The trailer is 10' x 55'.
2. The City will not place an a&in the Daily News Miner this year. It costs
$175 and its advantage to the City is now doubtful as conditions have changed
since we advertised last year. This might be a good thing for the Chamber of
Commerce to undertake.
3. Parking intone from the Airport parking is $953.8U for the first quarter.
4. A letter receeved from the Director of Elections says they will work with
the City on establishing precincts.
5. The City will not enter objections or opinions on the hearing for telephone
services at the north Slope.
6. The City will work with the Legislators on the AML program.
7. A study session will be held next Wednesday, 7:UU p.m. to discuss electric
matters and bonding for water & sewer extensions, power extension and new City Hall.
S. He will be in Anchorage Friday on City matters.
9. The Paper work has been received from F.A.A. to transfer the generator to
the City. This is worth about $50,000 installed; will be in operation in 30
days; their engineer will be here to test it; this is being done with FAAP
money and entails no expense to the City.•
10. Massey's report on iron in City water reveals the content is negligible.
11. A plat of the preliminary tideland survey was presented. This will be ap-
proved by the State Division of Lands before the Final Plat is made.
After some discussion, McCollum moved, Hulien seconded, to authorize the
City Manager to rent an office trailer for additional office space at CIty Hall.
Bielefeld said he would like more time to think about it as there were
more costs than just the moving and rent; i.e., lights, heat, insurance, etc.,
and he moved to table until the end of the meeting. The motion was seconded by
McCann and passed unanimously.
E-2: The City Atty. reported:
1. He would like a study session on handling claims matters. This will be done
at the end of the meeting.
2. He has been delayed on the rezoning ordinance study and on the Western Air-
lines agreement; he is getting new equipment in his offices and hopes to be
able to serve the City better in the future.
E-3: The Mayor reported:
1. The Dog races will be Feb. 8 and 9, starting at Soldotna, 1:00 p.m. Sat and
at Kenai 1:U0 p.m. Sunb'.
2. Century City: Harrison explained the exhibit and plans for manning it; the
Chamber of Commerce had voted to have the Mayor there, at least part time. After
much discussion, Bielefeld moved, liulien seconded, $3J0 be authorized for the
Mayor's trip to Century City Trade Fair. The motion passed unanimously by roll
call vote witn the Mayor abstaining.
3. Reviewed the Wilson liquor case; the City has received a letter that the
ABC Board has upheld the City's decision not to renew the license for 1969.
q. Appointed Fisher as one member of the Boro Economic Development District
Committee. Fisher and the Mayor will confer on the other member.
Kenai Council Minutes 15 Jan'69 Page three
Mayor's report (Cont'd.):
5. Letter from Presher regarding dogs will be discussed under item G-2.
6. Conversation with A.E.A. has resulted in a meeting set for tomorrow evening
at 7:30 at Riverside House; Farnum, Morin, Harrison and Rehder will talk inter -
tie. Snelson. Inc. says now is the time to make the installations if possible.
Kjelstad also will be at the meeting. Firm power is defined as "the power in-
tneded to be always available under emergency conditions.
E-3: The City Clerk reported:
1. A claim for injuries against the City has been answered by a letter from
the City Atty. to the plaintiff's Atty. With consent of Council, this letter
will be sent saying the City formally rejects the entire claim.
Cone moved, Hulien seconded, to send the letter rejecting the claim of
the Ci ty's liability in Frank G. Kempten's claim against the Airport.
E-3: Harrison reported for the Planning Commission:
1. McCollum moved, iiailie seconded, to adopt Res. 69-2, Plat for R.O.W., por of
Birch Drive. Motion passed unanimously.
2. Zoning in Radar S/D will be referred to the Attorney and acted on later.
3. They adopted plans for the Civic Center.
4. Turned down zoning for Valhalla Hts. S/D as not final plat has been received.
5. Recommended Site #1 (at end of old run -way) as site for new City Hall and
recommended that Main Street be brought up to standard.
E-3: McCann and Cone reported on- the Borough meeting: ,
Most of the discussion was on pending Hospital hearings and on the bonding
programs.
F-1: Mike Pendergrast presented drawings showing the City Hall with one story,
and another with two stories; also the floor plan, snowing:
Administration 68 x 137 9,316 sq. ft.
Police Department 60 x 64 3,84U "
Fire -Department 60 x 84 5,040
Library 60 x 121 7,260
Heatth Center 6U x 27 1,62U IsIs
. Total area, 27,U76 sq. ft. at a cost of $25 psf. Basement area would be 5,1UO
i sq. ft.-, second floor, 12,056 sf.
Main floor costs, $67S,000; second floor, $150,000; basement, $25,000.
Second floor would be unfinished. Total cost, $8500000 which includes the
$196,000 for the Library; Library costs might be lessened by State participation.
Mayor Morin reviewed the site requirements and compared the two item by
item; Pendergrast had mistakenly described the wrong location for Site 02. Coun-
cil and members of the audience were divided on which site was better for the
City complex, but Council agreed the location should be narrowed to two and the
question should be placed on the ballot for the electorate to decide. Hearings
- - will be held so people will be informed as to what they are voting on.
Harrison suggested the bond ordinance be drafted, sent to Thorgrimson for
- review as the bond market is as nervous as a watch mainspring and timing is im-
portant. This will be done.
Pendergrast introduced his son Mike; Council thanked him for the presentation
F-2: Loren H. Lounsbury introduced Stephen Brown who presented a preliminary
report on City's water requirements. Initial analysis shows 2 water aquefers;
one at 50' and one at 2501. They want to get us water of quality and quantity,
and plan for storage. They do not think the Kenai River is a feasible project ,
but may change their minds later; right now, shallow wells are the only answer,
'though they do not recommend this for long term planning.
council statea the policy decision that the building should bdyauiIt uy pr—iraie"enter-
prise under tite desi(.^-•control and specifications of City. Harrison requested
1 administrative reL.,rimendation would remain that th. aldg. be a oublicly mined bildg..
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Council said this was known to them already; they want drilling to start
now on shallow wells in Field #6. They will meet with the City engineers to-
morrow morning. �-(Lounsbury)
F-3: Tabled until next meeting. Standard Oil option on land lease - Airport.
F-4: Tabled until next meeting. Ord. #154, rezoning.
F-5: Tabled until next meeting. Ord. #155, Planning and Zoning - Boro Ord.
F-6: Harrison presented Res. b9-1, a re -wording on Health Center Site to accom-
modate the Federal Government.
Bailie moved, McCann seconded, to adopt Res. 69-1, amending Res. 68-65
regarding the Health Center Site. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
G-1: There was considerable discussion as to whether the City should build a
facility for handling freight at the Airport; where it should be; should the
land be leased to private enterprise; should City bond money be used to build
for private business or public use; how should the building be designed, etc.
Harrison will talk with F.A.A. and Western Airlines and come back with
a report and perhaps a.proposal.
G-2: Harrison requested the City should:
1. Amend the dog ord. as to fees. The City is losing too much money here.
2. Give police power to the authority collecting dogs.
3. Have a leash law for a week as needed and advertised to allow for rounding
up strays.
He will work with the Atty. and bring back and ordinance next meeting.
He also recommended extending the contract for dog catcher with Clarence Ladd
until the City can pass the amended ordinance, but Mr. Ladd said he was not in-
terested in working in this capacity any more.
Since there are so many items that cannot be considered tonight, it was decided
the study session next week should be a special meeting for Council business,
at least for part of the time.
G-3: McCann moved, Cone seconded, to approve the application for a permit for
games of chance and skill for: The Catholic Community, Kenai Bill's Club and
Kenai Chamber of Commerce. Motion carried unanimously.
G-4: Tabled.
G-5: Tabled.
G-6: Bailie moved, McCann seconded to approve the lease of Terminal Bldg. space
to Western Airlines. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
G-7: Hulien moved, Bielefeld seconded, to approve the assignment of lease on
Lot 1, 61. 1, CIIAP, Don Price. Motion passed unanimously.
G-8: Hulien moved McCollum seconded, to approve assignment of lease on Lots
1,2,3, 81. 4, CHAP, Chris Berg, Inc.
G-11: Bailie moved, McCollum seconded, to authorize FAAP '02 payment for $1.110.00
and FAAP 'U3 payment for $3,406.25 to ACLW. Motion carried unanimously by roll call.
Leasing the office trailer and the Atty's request for a study session was tabled
until next meeting. JV oenz ,
Meeting adjourned at 1:10 A.M. Respectfully submitted, F. Torkilsen, City Clerk
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