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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-11-18 Harbor Commission SummaryKENAI HARBOR CO~IMISSION P. O. Box 580 Kenai, Alaska 99611 AGENDA - November 18, 1980 REGULAR HARBOR CO~LMISSION MEETING- November 18, 1980- 7-00 p.m. Kenai Public Safety Building HARBOR COM~MISSION MEMBERS', Robert Peterkin, Chairman John Williams, Vice Chairman Tom Ackerly W. M.- Burnett Ron Isaacs Marvin Dragseth EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Betty Glick, Councilwoman Mayor Vindent O'Reilly AGENDA A. Call to Order B. Roll Call Ce Agenda Approval De Approval of Minutes 1. October 28, 1980 2. November 4, 1980 E. Introduction of Guests 1. Rick Baldwin F. Communications G. Reports 1. Gary Davis 2, Chairman Peterkin a ~ Roper Situation 3. Mayor O'Reilly a · ttarbor Commission Vacancy H. Old Business 1. Administrative Coordinator.Contract Kenai Advisory Harbor Commission Regular Meeting, November 18, 1980 Kenai Public Safety Building Robert Peterkin, Chairman S · C · · There was a Work Session prior to the 'quorum at 7:00 p. m. meeting as the re was not a CALL TO ORDER Chairman Peterkin called the meeting to order at 8:25 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Robert Commissioner Isaacs, and Peterkin, Vice-Chairman Commissioner Acke rly. John Williams, Others Present: Mayor O'Reilly, Brighton, and Gary Davis. Councilman Wagone r, Wm. J. AGENDA APPROVAL The agenda was approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. October 28, 1980 - approved. 2. November 4, 1980 - approved. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS None COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Wagoner pointed out Councilwoman Glick the ex-officio member, Councilman Wagoner is. is no longer .REPORTS 1. Mr. Davis in reference reported on the letter from Kramer, to the unsigned comment sheet that he Ch in and Mayo prepared for them. Kramer, Chin and Mayo are doing Phase II of the Borough's Coastal Management Program. The reason he sent these comment sheets in, is to point out and get some feedback on the City's concerns as to the bluff problems and the possible environmental groups that may be seeking to expand the Tidelands area on the proposed harbor site. There may be additional monies that can be utilized to work on some of these problems. It was not the intent that they weren't signed. He believed their response is quite positive. The City will decide what restrictions, studies or developments that might be pursued in these areas. On the Kenai Wetlands Working Group of November 7, Mr. Davis reported it was the second meeting to review the MOA required of the agencies. There were concerns from the Council after Mr. Davis's report of the first meeting. Mr. Davis mentioned these concerns at the second meeting of the KWWG. One concern was if the City needed a resolution to identify a representative. It doesn't need a resolution, just someone identified to report back to the Council on the meetings. The National Marine Fisheries Group has not signed the MOA. Mr. Davis reported Phil Waring attended the meeting. It was his first appearance and he came away quite pessimistic and would include that in his report to the new Mayor. John Tolley is the Regional Transportation Planner for DOT. One area they discussed is how the City going to approach the State in requesting money for harbor construction. Mr. Tolley compiles projects in this district. Mr. Davis said it is an avenue for the Commission to request $20,000,000 to be presented to the Governor's Administration. One advantage is, the State would handle the construction of the project. They will provide the requests for bids, oversee the construction, etc. Mr. Davis indicated to Mr. Tolley it was his impression at this time, that the City was going to go through the Municipal Grant process. If we want to go that route, Mr. Tolley would like to know as soon as possible. Mr. Davis indicated he is getting a letter prepared for him to approve, referring to the items discussed at their meeting, saying everything Mr. Tolley saw was in line with the Act. He would like to have Mr. Tolley approve that in writing. Mr. Davis reported he has been working extensively on the feasibility study and compiling the different approaches to the study. Commissioner Williams spoke in regards to DOT. We talked to Don Statter on going through DOT in the beginning and at that time we felt we wanted to go through it on our own. One advantage of going through the State is if for some reason this works out not to be a financial asset, but rather a liability, the State absorbs the losses rather than the City. The problem is, we must operate totally under the DOT's regulations and follow their criteria for the harbor completely. Commissioner Williams spoke about contacting Mr. Tolley and asking him to put us on the list for $20,000,000 and also do our lobbying, and see what comes first. Mr. Davis stated if you lobby for municipal grants or for a Public Works project, there are a few statues that require a local match. It could go under the same statute as our 74 Bond monies which required 10% local match. The new DOT's regulations don't require any match. There was further discussion. Commissioner Williams asked Mr. Davis if he thought there would be a problem with telling Mr. Tolley to go ahead and then lobbying on our own. Mr. Davis said he hadn't investigated it. Councilman Wagoner stated the problem would be confusion in Juneau. Mayor O'Reilly asked if that money were in the DOT's hands is it less likely to be counted against the money allocated in the Senate? Commissioner Williams stated that is a fact. Councilman Wagoner spoke about once the money is in DOT's hands they have full control when it isn't a bonded amount that the people vote on. Mr. Brighton thought a specific bill for a specific purpose. There was discussion. That is not necessarily the case. Commissioner Williams stated he would like to request Mr. Davis to contact John Tolley and ask his felling about it. Chairman Peterkin asked Mr. Davis to do so, and possibly contact Mur r ay Wal sh. Mr. Davis reported Mr. Tolley informed him of a multi-model transportation study going on in our area. Primarily it will deal with roads, railroads and highways. He hadn't seen the study. Woodward/Clyde is the consultant for the study. They will be here and Mr. Davis will contact them. He stated if we are going to have some large projects they should be informed so they can fit it into their overall plan. 2. a. Chairman Peterkin reported all Commissioners, with the execption of Commissioner Ackerly, attended a Work Session with Mr. Roper's attorney. Chairman Peterkin made a recommendation to the City Manager to see if we can have a Work Session with the City Council on November 24. Commissioner Williams noted there was a letter from Mr. Roper's attorney in the packet, possibly there should be a recommendation to the City Council that no action be taken on this. Chairman Peterkin didn't feel it was necessary. 3. a. Mayor O'Reilly reported the Harbor Commission vacancy will be resolved at the Council meting the following night. Mayor O'Reilly reported the City Council did concur with the recommendation that the Commission sent to them regarding harbor powers outside the City. Mayor O'Reilly reported on the meeting held the previous Monday between several members of the Council and members of the Assembly. Two members of Assembly attended. The Assembly members were informed of the memorandum regarding harbor powers. The reaction from the two Assembly persons was they saw no problems with it. There was divided reaction whether they should play a more active part in trying to have some municipal harbor powers laid before DOW, Exxon or anyone else looking at potential sites. One Assembly person said something had to be done, the other said he saw no mandate from the people saying it had to be do ne o Mayor O'Reilly reported there would be a meeting the following evening at the Borough regarding having a port service area. Mayor O'Reilly referred back to the Assembly and Council meeting held the previous Monday. Other points of discussion included that we want to make sure the Assembly persons support for the funding on CZM money. One felt there was no chance of having a Federal and State agency arrive at a MOA. The Council's reaction was that it was worth the effort. Chairman Peterkin asked what Assembly persons were present? Mayor O'Reilly reported Jesse Wade and Tom Harvey. He added the meeting was not to persuade, just find initial views. Mr. Davis asked how did they feel about Coastal Management continuation of the Borough's program? Mayor O'Reilly said it was divided. Tom Harvey indicated there must be a minimal type of zoning. Mayor O'Reilly felt the tone of what the Borough will do regarding planning, CZM, harbor development, etc. will be set by the Borough Mayor. Mr. Brighton thought this kind of dialog needs to continue. Mayor O'Reilly said even if just for the record. Commissioner Williams asked if we have any type of ~a~$~on between the Borough and the City Council? Mayor O'Reilly stated they meant to bring that up. H. 1. Mr. Davis reported on the Administrative Coordinator Contract. His understanding was the City/Borough contract apparently has been signed today and should be available to handed out to the City Council tomorrow evening. Mr. Brighton reported he would pick up the Contract in the morning so it will be available for Council. Councilman Wagoner asked what period of time the Contract covered? Mr. Davis replied through June 30. Chairman Peterkin asked when do we make application for next year? Mr. Brighton stated now. Chairman Peterkin said January 1 we should make request for extension for Mr. Davis's contract. Mr. Brighton thought that would be a good idea. Commissioner Ackerly wondered about the prohibition of lobbying clause in the Contract. Mr. Brighton said Mr. Davis would have to be cautious. He cannot use this money for lobbying. There was further discussion of the Contract. Mr. Davis said the reason the $64,000 figure was left in instead of prorating the exact amount from when it was signed, was so it would not cause any confusion and slow up the process. There is a "not to exceed" figure and there will be invoices submitted monthly. Mr. Davis also stated he is to provide a secretary that will provide the minutes. Chairman Peterkin asked about an office in the new City Hall. Mr. Brighton stated there was no space available. There was discussion on an office location. Mr. Davis stated when he moved, he would recommend Ex-Commissioner Burnett get a letter of thanks for the use of his office and very comfortable and good working conditions. H. 2. Commissioner Dragseth is in Anchorage. I. Commissioner Williams stated he would like to begin some publicity for the harbor. He suggested 3 x 5 cards advertising the fact we are promoting a harbor. Something to the effect that "Kenai has 600 boats." "Kenai has 9 active processing plants." "Kenai does not have a boat harbor." Possibly even have the cost on the bottom. Chairman Peterkin thought it was illegal for a Commission to use advertising. Commissioner Ackerly suggested it could be printed on the back of the business cards. He added Commissioner Dragseth asked him to design the cards. Councilman Wagoner· suggested the Commission start some advertising in the Anchorage paper saying for a $25.00 deposit, we will reserve a stall for you in the small boat harbor. If the harbor isn't built the deposit will be reimbursed. It is something to show the Anchorage legislators and can be taken to Juneau. He added he had a list of gillnetters in uook Inlet and their addresses. Chairman Peterkin added he has a list of 802 names from the Borough computer of boat owners. Councilman Wagoner said he is President of United Cook Inlet Drifter's and they show an interest in the boat harbor. Mr. Brighton said it would be good to see public interest outside of the Commission. Commissioner Isaacs suggested the Isaac Walton League may show an interest. Councilman Wagoner spoke about the public hearing held earlier this year when the Corps of Engineers were here and the support shown the re. Mr. Brighton stated the interest should be revived. Mr. Brighton asked Mr. Davis to check with the City Attorney on the legality of the PR cards and the advertising in the newspapers, and what type of escrow fund would be necessary to handle the mo ney. Commissioner AckerlY asked if the name of an elected official should be on the business cards? There was some discussion and it was decided it would not be .necessary. There was some discussion on the Salamatof Seafoods situation. Chairman Peterkin reported the next meetings would be December 2, and December 16. J. With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. ? \ APPR ..... ~hai r~an Respectfully submitted, Kim Howard Administrative Assistant