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October 04, 2023
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
October 04, 2023 ꟷ 6:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
www.kenai.city
**Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 3**
Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda and Consent Agenda (Public comments on Consent Agenda Items
limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items
unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent
agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker)
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 3371-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating Funds from the Institute of Museum
and Library Services, Passed through the State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early
Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums, for Library Employee Training.
(Administration)
2. Ordinance No. 3372-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for
the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration)
3. Ordinance No. 3373-2023 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.330 - Standard for
Commercial Marijuana Establishments to Prohibit Licensed Retail Marijuana Establishments
from Serving Customers through a Walk-Up or Drive-Through Window. (Baisden, Winger,
Douthit)
4. Resolution No. 2023-60 - Authorizing the Use of Equipment Replacement Fund to Purchase a
Second Replacement Ambulance for the Fire Department Fleet Under the Existing Contract
with Braun Northwest, and Authorizing a Change Order to the Contract. (Administration)
5. Resolution No. 2023-61 - Authorizing the Use of the Equipment Replacement Fund for the
Purchase of Snow Removal Equipment for the City Streets Department Utilizing a State of
Alaska Procurement Contract. (Administration)
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F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of September 20, 2023. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Ordinance No. 3374-2023 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the Airport
Fund for the Purchase of Aviation Fuel Due to Fuel Sales at the Kenai Municipal Airport Float
Plane Basin Being in Excess of Budgeted Amounts. (Administration)
3. Discussion/Action - Cancelling the December 6, 2023 City Council Meeting to Allow for
Council Member Travel to the Alaska Municipal League Conference. (Administration)
I. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
6. Beautification Committee
J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
1. Mayor’s Proclamation Declaring October 2023 as, “Domestic Violence Awareness Month”.
K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizens Comments (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
N. PENDING ITEMS
O. ADJOURNMENT
P. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. CIRCAC Director's Report
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City’s website at www.kenai.city. Copies of
resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s Office or outside the Council Chamber prior
to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 907-283-8231.
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CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 3371-2023
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM
AND LIBRARY SERVICES, PASSED THROUGH THE STATE OF ALASKA, DEPARTMENT OF
EDUCATION AND EARLY DEVELOPMENT, DIVISION OF LIBRARY, ARCHIVES & MUSEUMS, FOR
LIBRARY EMPLOYEE TRAINING.
WHEREAS, the Kenai Community Library has been awarded a federal grant for up to $1,250 from the
Institute of Museum and Library Services, passed through the State of Alaska, Department of Education
and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums, for continuing education expenses;
and,
WHEREAS, the funds will be used to reimburse travel costs related to a staff member’s attendance at
the Association for Small & Rural Libraries conference; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to appropriate these grant funds for the purpose
intended.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Manager is authorized to accept this grant in the amount of $1,250 and to
execute grant agreements and to expend the grant funds to fulfill the purpose and intent of this Ordinance.
Section 2. That estimated Revenues and Appropriations be increased as follows:
General Fund:
Increase Revenues –
Federal Grants -Library $1,250
Increase Appropriations –
Library—Travel and Transportation $1,250
Section 3. Severability: That if any part or provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any
person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall
be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in
which this judgment shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder
of this title or application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares
that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such part, provision, or
application.
Section 4. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon enactment.
ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023.
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Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: _________________
Introduced: September 20, 2023
Enacted: October 4, 2023
Effective: October 4, 2023
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director
DATE: September 12, 2023
SUBJECT: 3371-2023 - Continuing Education Grant
The State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library,
Archives & Museums receives funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to
pay for Continuing Education (CE) grants for Alaska library workers. These funds can be spent
on travel, lodging, per diem and registration expenses for conferences and workshops.
The purpose of this ordinance is to accept and appropriate a CE grant from the IMLS, passed
through the State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library,
Archives & Museums, of up to $1250 to reimburse the City of Kenai for a staff member’s
attendance at the annual Association for Small & Rural Libraries conference.
Thank you for your consideration.
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CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 3372-2023
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING A GRANT FROM THE STATE OF ALASKA FOR
THE PURCHASE OF LIBRARY MATERIALS.
WHEREAS, the Kenai Community Library received the FY 2024 Public Library Assistance grant of $7,000
from the State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives
& Museums; and,
WHEREAS, the funds will be used to purchase library materials; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to appropriate these grant funds for the purpose
intended.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Manager is authorized to accept this grant in the amount of $7,000 and to
execute grant agreements and to expend the grant funds to fulfill the purpose and intent of this Ordinance.
Section 2. That estimated Revenues and Appropriations be increased as follows:
General Fund:
Increase Estimated Revenues –
Library—State Grants $7,000
Increase Appropriations –
Library—Books $7,000
Section 3. Severability: That if any part or provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any
person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall
be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in
which this judgment shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder
of this title or application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares
that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such part, provision, or
application.
Section 4. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon enactment.
ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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Approved by Finance: _________________
Introduced: September 20, 2023
Enacted: October 4, 2023
Effective: October 4, 2023
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director
DATE: September 14, 2023
SUBJECT: 3372-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant for the Purchase of
Library Materials
The Library has been awarded the annual Public Library Assistance Grant by the State of Alaska,
Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums. As
per the grant award, the amount of $7,000 is to be used for the purchase of library materials.
The Library Director completes an application each year in order to receive these funds. Certain
minimum standards must be met in order to receive this grant. These include reporting
requirements on expenditures and collection statistics, the number of hours that the library is
open to the public, minimum educational requirements for the Library Director and continuing
education requirements.
Your consideration is appreciated.
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CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 3373-2023
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE 14.20.330-STANDARD FOR COMMERCIAL
MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENTS TO PROHIBIT LICENSED RETAIL MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENTS
FROM SERVING CUSTOMERS THROUGH A WALK-UP OR DRIVE-THROUGH WINDOW.
WHEREAS, the City has adopted local regulations governing commercial marijuana establishments
within the City as provided in KMC Chapter 14.20-Kenai Zoning Code; and,
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska has recently enacted new regulations allowing licensed retail marijuana
establishments to serve customers through a walk-up or drive-through window unless prohibited by local
law; and,
WHEREAS, concerns for public safety and practical enforceability of the new regulations outweigh any
public benefit; and,
WHEREAS, at is regular meeting of September 27, 2023 the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended ______________ of this ordinance; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to prohibit licensed retail marijuana establishments from
serving customers through a walk-up or drive-through window.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Amendment of Section 14.20.330 of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code,
Section 14.20.330-Standard for Commercial marijuana establishments is hereby amended as follows:
14.20.330 Standards for commercial marijuana establishments.
The purpose of this section is to establish general standards for commercial marijuana establishments.
(a) Commercial marijuana establishments may be permitted or allowed with a conditional use permit
under KMC 14.20.150, as provided in the City of Kenai’s Land Use Table, KMC 14.22.010, and
the provisions of this section. On-site consumption endorsements may not be approved by
conditional use permit or otherwise and are not permitted within the City. Serving customers
through a walk-up or drive-through window is also prohibited.
(b) Applicants applying for a conditional use permit must include an area map drawn to scale
indicating all land uses on other properties within a five hundred (500) foot proximity of the lot
upon which the applicant is seeking a conditional use permit. This shall be in addition to the
conditional use permit submission requirements in KMC 14.20.150.
(c) A public hearing shall be scheduled before the Planning and Zoning Commission to review the
conditional use permit application once it has been deemed complete. The public hearing shall
be scheduled in accordance with the requirements in KMC 14.20.280, except that notification
shall be mailed to all real property owners on record on the Borough Assessor’s records within a
five hundred (500) foot periphery of the parcel affected by the proposed action. The notice
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periphery will be expanded until a minimum of thirty (30) different property owners are available
for notification.
(d) The preparation, packaging, manufacturing, processing, and storing of all marijuana, marijuana
concentrate or marijuana products must be conducted within a fully enclosed, secure indoor
facility. The growing and cultivating of marijuana must be conducted within a fully enclosed,
secure indoor facility or greenhouse with view-obscuring rigid walls, a roof and doors, unless a
nonrigid greenhouse, or other structure, is specifically approved, in which case the cultivation
must be enclosed by a sight-obscuring wall or fence at least six (6) feet high.
(e) All commercial marijuana establishments shall not emit an odor that is detectable by the public
from outside the commercial marijuana establishment.
(f) No portion of a parcel upon which any commercial marijuana establishment is located shall be
permitted within the following buffer distances:
(1) One thousand (1,000) feet of any primary and secondary schools (K-12) and five hundred
(500) feet of any vocational programs, post-secondary schools, including but not limited to
trade, technical, or vocational schools, colleges and universities, recreation or youth centers,
correctional facilities, churches, and State-licensed substance abuse treatment facilities
providing substance abuse treatment; and
(2) Buffer distances shall be measured as the closest distance from the perimeter of a stand-
alone commercial marijuana establishment structure to the outer boundaries of the school,
recreation or youth center, or the main public entrance of a church, correctional facility, or a
substance abuse treatment facility providing substance abuse treatment. If the commercial
marijuana establishment occupies only a portion of a structure, buffer distances are
measured as the closest distance from the perimeter of the closest interior wall segregating
the commercial marijuana establishment from other uses, or available uses in the structure,
or an exterior wall if closer, to the outer boundaries of the school, recreation or youth center,
or the main public entrance of a church or correctional facility, or a substance abuse
treatment facility providing substance abuse treatment.
(g) As provided in the Land Use Table, a person or licensee may apply for a conditional use permit
to allow for a marijuana cultivation facility, standard, on lots of forty thousand (40,000) square feet
or greater in size, and a marijuana cultivation facility, limited, on any size lot.
(h) A marijuana cultivation facility, standard, or a marijuana cultivation facility, limited, shall only be
allowed on a lot which has an existing structure consistent with a principal permitted use.
(i) A marijuana cultivation facility located in an accessory building shall be subject to the setback
provisions in KMC 14.24.020, development requirements table. A person or licensee seeking
relief from the provisions in the development requirements table may apply for a variance subject
to the provisions of KMC 14.20.180.
(j) No retail marijuana store may conduct business on, or allow any customer or consumer to access,
the licensed premises between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. daily.
Section 2. Severability: That if any part or provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any
person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall
be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in
which this judgment shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder
of this title or application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares
that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such part, provision, or
application.
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Section 3. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect 30 days
after enactment.
ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Introduced: September 20, 2023
Enacted: October 4, 2023
Effective: November 3, 2023
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
FROM: Vice Mayor James Baisden
DATE: September 13, 2023
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3373-2023- Prohibiting the sale of marijuana and
related products from walk-up and drive through windows.
The State recently approved new regulations allowing the sale of marijuana and related products
through walk-up and drive-through windows unless prohibited by local law. This ordinance
prohibits commercial marijuana establishments within the City from utilizing walk-up and drive-
through windows. The sale of marijuana and related products from walk-up and drive-through
windows has the potential to increases the risk to public safety through impaired driving. Further,
it seems practically difficult to ensure that all passengers in a vehicle are of sufficient age or
familial relationship to the driver to purchase marijuana as required by the regulations, increasing
the risk of consumption of marijuana by underage populations.
Your consideration is appreciated.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
FROM: Scott Bloom, City Attorney
DATE: September 29, 2023
SUBJECT: Ordinance 3373-2023 Requested Amendment
The purpose of this memo is to request an amendment to Ordinance 3373-2023 to reflect the
actions of the Planning and Zoning Commission. At its regular meeting on September 27, 2023
the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended enactment of Ordinance 3373-2023.
The following amendment is respectfully requested.
Motion
Thank you for your consideration.
Amend the 4th WHEREAS to read:
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting of September 27, 2023 the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended enactment of this ordinance; and,
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CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-60
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE
A SECOND REPLACEMENT AMBULANCE FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FLEET UNDER THE
EXISTING CONTRACT WITH BRAUN NORTHWEST, AND AUTHORIZING A CHANGE ORDER TO
THE CONTRACT.
WHEREAS, Resolution 2022-47 awarded a contract to Braun North West, after a competitive process,
for the purchase of a replacement ambulance for $245,372 and a change order in the amount of $7,350
was approved in December 2022 following pre-build meetings that updated the build of the ambulance,
bringing the total cost to $252,722; and,
WHEREAS, supply chain issues and the unavailability of vehicle chassis have resulted in delays in
receiving the ambulance ordered in 2022; and,
WHEREAS, the City was just recently notified the unit ordered in 2022 has finally received confirmation
of an available chassis and will be delivered in 2024; and,
WHEREAS, the build will utilize a more expensive Ford chassis because no Dodge chassis is available
with Braun absorbing the increased chassis costs for the 2022 order; and,
WHEREAS, the City has a current need for a second replacement ambulance and Braun has agreed to
honor the build price of the City’s 2022 contract with only an increase in chassis cost of $6,894 for a 2024
chassis and a switch from Dodge to Ford, bringing the total build cost for a second new ambulance to
$259,616; and,
WHEREAS, Rescue-6, an ambulance in the Fire Department fleet was scheduled for replacement after
13 years or in 2029 and is currently approaching 100,000 miles; and,
WHEREAS, the City’s two front-line ambulances, including Rescue-6 are averaging 12,500 – 15,000
miles annually requiring more frequent replacement than the planned 13 years; and,
WHEREAS, because of higher than estimated usage and the extended build time for new ambulances,
administration recommends replacement of Rescue-6 be undertaken now; and,
WHEREAS, utilizing the 2022 bid price with a minor addition for a 2024 chassis and no other increase,
despite historic inflation, provides a significant opportunity for the City to obtain the second needed
ambulance through a change order to the existing contract; and,
WHEREAS, it is unclear if the City could obtain a second replacement ambulance in a reasonable
timeframe if it went out to bid again and administration understands costs would come back significantly
higher due to inflation and market conditions; and,
WHEREAS, the City has the funding available within the equipment replacement fund and it is in the best
interest of the City to replace Rescue-6 at this time by issuing a change order to Braun for significant cost
and time savings over waiting and issuing a separate bid at a later date.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
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Section 1. That the Kenai City Council authorizes the use of the Equipment Replacement Fund for
replacement of Rescue-6 at an approximate cost of $259,616.
Section 2. That the City Manager is authorized to execute a change order in the amount of $259,616
with Braun Northwest for are placement ambulance based upon their 2022 cost plus a $6,894 increase
for a 2024 Ford chassis.
Section 3. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023.
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Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
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Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: _________________
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Tony Prior, Fire Chief
DATE: September 25, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution 2023-60 Authorizing the Purchase of a Second Ambulance,
Utilizing the City’s Equipment Replacement Fund, By a Change Order
to Braun Northwest.
Due to the auto industry not fulfilling government contracts for chassis or utility vehicles for the
past 2 years, and supply chain issues for parts, build times for ambulances are drastically
changing and somewhat unknown. An ambulance, ordered in 2022, with a Dodge chassis is being
changed to a Ford chassis as Dodge has not committed to fulfilling any government contracts and
the build time is being extended beyond the contract’s 420 days. Delivery for this unit is now
expected in March 2024.
The City’s current replacement schedule for ambulances, estimated to be 13 years, is in need of
updating due to the increased call volume and the administration recommends shortening the
replacement schedule to ten years to address the higher mileage being placed on the City’s
ambulances. Rescue 6, the City’s newest unit, built in early 2016, is already approaching 100,000
miles and the department is averaging 12.5-15k miles per year/per unit. At this pace, first line
ambulances will require replacement between 8-10 years due to mileage and hours.
While obtaining an estimate of the cost to replace Rescue 6 prior to its scheduled replacement in
2029, Braun Northwest, the company currently under contract to provide a replacement
ambulance by March 2024 offered to build a second unit for the 2022 bid price plus and additional
$6,894 for a 2024 Ford chassis versus the contracts 2022 Dodge chassis. The total cost, utilizing
the 2022 bid process would be $259,616.
Early replacement of Rescue 6 of will leave the City with two first line ambulances with low mileage
and a reserve ambulance with approximately 120,000 miles on it. As with all equipment
replacements, the City will delay future replacement, if possible, to ensure maximum benefit is
being received. Early replacement is requested because of the increased mileage being applied
to units, the extended build times, approaching two years, caused by supply chain interruptions
and the opportunity to secure 2022 pricing competing bid by Braun Northwest.
Your support of Resolution 2023-60 to purchase an ambulance utilizing the equipment
replacement fund and issuance of a change order to Braun Northwest for construction of second
ambulance is respectfully requested.
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CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-61
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND FOR THE
PURCHASE OF SNOW REMOVAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE CITY STREETS DEPARTMENT UTILIZING
A STATE OF ALASKA PROCUREMENT CONTRACT .
WHEREAS, BSI Equipment currently holds Alaska State procurement contract CA2337-22 to supply
Loader Mounted Snow Blowers for government agencies; and,
WHEREAS, the City’s fiscal year 2024 budget included $200,000 for this purchase, the Equipment
Replacement Fund has the capacity to fund the actual cost which is $21,347 over the original estimate;
and,
WHEREAS, BSI Equipment provided a quote including freight on August 23, 2023 totaling $221,347;
and,
WHEREAS, the purchasing of this equipment through utilization of an Alaska State Fleet contract is
allowable without a separate competitive bid process by the City per KMC 7.15.070 (b)(4) which allows
supplies, materials, equipment or contractual services to be purchases under the contract of another
governmental agency; and,
WHEREAS, this piece of equipment will allow the Public Works Streets Department to continue to
effectively and safely maintain City roadways by providing operators with better visibility during snow
removal operations and the ability to move snow further and faster.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That the City Manager is authorized to execute a contract award and corresponding
purchase order to BSI Equipment in the amount of $221,347.
Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: _________________
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Scott Curtin, Public Works Director
DATE: September 26, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution 2023-61 Streets Snow Blower
The purpose of this memo is to request Council’s approval for the purchase of snow removal
equipment for the Streets Department as discussed during this past budgeting season. The
loader mounted blower pictured below was determined to be a much better option for operators
during heavy snow falls and as winter snow pack builds up in the right of ways, limiting visibility
as well as space for placing snow.
This equipment is available for purchase through a State of Alaska Fleet contract CA-2337-23
awarded to BSI Equipment, a vendor well known to the City. BSI Equipment provided a quote on
August 23, 2023 which included freight to Kenai. BSI Equipment had also already pre-ordered
several units which will be arriving in state in time for winter operations this season, so the
department will not have to wait the typical 9-12 months common with ordering this type of
equipment.
This is a planned and budgeted purchase. Funding is as detailed on page 159 of the City’s
currently adopted budget which indicates $22,574 contributing to the equipment replacement fund
in support of this purchase. It is noted that this contribution may adjust slightly annually to account
for the differences in budgeted costs versus actual costs. I believe $200,000 was used as a
budgetary number.
Staff is looking forward to the impact this purchase will have on operations. Council’s support is
respectfully requested.
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
MAYOR BRIAN GABRIEL, PRESIDING
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September 20, 2023
MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on September 20, 2023, in City Hall Council
Chambers, Kenai, AK. Mayor Gabriel called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Gabriel led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Brian Gabriel, Mayor James Baisden, Vice Mayor
Teea Winger (remote participation) Deborah Sounart
Henry Knackstedt Victoria Askin
A quorum was present.
Absent:
Alex Douthit
Also in attendance were:
**Xinlan Tanner, Student Representative
Terry Eubank, City Manager
Scott Bloom, City Attorney
David Swarner, Finance Director
Scott Curtin, Public Works Director
Mary Bondurant, Interim Airport Manager
Dave Ross, Police Chief
Shellie Saner, City Clerk
3. Agenda Approval
Mayor Gabriel noted the following amendments to the Packet:
Add item G. 1. Public Hearing - Resolution No. 2023- 49
• Draft Easement
Remove from Consent: Introduction of Ordinance 3373-2023
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the requested
revisions. Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion.
The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment on consent agenda items; there being no one wishing
to be heard, the public comment period was closed.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
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VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the council and
will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council
member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered
in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
Mayor Gabriel administered the Oath of Office to Student Representative, Xinlan Tanner.
B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS - None.
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
Samantha Springer, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center provided
an update on the upcoming Kenai River Marathon; the Silver Salmon Derby, noting the potential for
additional funding sponsorship from the Kenai River Sports Fishing Association; and displayed examples
of the “I love Kenai” merchandise available.
Marion Nelson, Kenai Fine Art Center Board President provided an update on the upcoming Harvest
Auction; and noted her participation with the Old Town Playground working group.
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 3370-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating Fiscal Year 2023 Funds from
the Sign Research Foundation for the Sign Research Foundation Scholarship Program.
(Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3370-2023. Council Member Sounart
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Askin, Gabriel, Winger, Sounart, Knackstedt, Baisden
NAY: None
ABSENT: Douthit
**Student Representative Tanner: YEA
MOTION PASSED, without objection.
2. Resolution No. 2023-56 - Authorizing the Application to the State of Alaska, Department
of Environmental Conservation for a State Revolving Fund Loan from the Alaska Drinking
Water Fund and Execution of a Loan Agreement for the Water Treatment Plant
Pumphouse Project. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2023-56. Council Member Sounart
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
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VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection.
3. Resolution No. 2023-57 - Awarding Non-Exclusive On-Airport Car Rental Concessions
to Copper River Rentals, LLC D/B/A Budget Rent A Car and Alaska Rent A Car, Inc. D/B/A
Avis for the Period of January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2028. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2023-57. Council Member Askin
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection.
4. Resolution No. 2023-58 - Authorizing a Twelve-Month Extension of Time for Good Cause
for the Completion of Permanent Improvements for a Lease Between the City of Kenai
and Alaska Air Fuel, Inc., for Airport Reserve Lands Described as Lot 5A, FBO Subdivision
No. 10. (Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2023-58. Council Member Askin
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
There was discussion regarding the Administration providing a status update regarding the improvements
in February 2024.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection.
5. Resolution No. 2023-59 - Authorizing the City Manager to Enter a Project Partnership
Agreement with the Department of The Army for the Administration and Construction of
the Kenai Bluff Stabilization Project with an Estimated Project Cost of $41,604,000
Including a Federal Cost Share of $37,443,600 and City Share of $4,160,400.
(Administration)
MOTION:
Council Member Askin MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2023-59. Council Member Sounart SECONDED
the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
It was reported that the project design was completed the project partnership agreement would define
the roles, responsibilities and financial commitments of both the City and Department of Army; Bluff
Stabilization has been the number one priority of the City for more than 30-years; signing of the
agreement represents a tremendous amount of work by prior administrations, prior Mayor’s and Council
Member’s and our Legislative Delegates; and the public ceremonial signing event would be held on
Monday, September 25, 2023 at the Kenai Senior Center.
There was discussion regarding the availability of additional fund if the project bids come in higher than
expected, that significant contingency was built into the numbers and the project should be able to be
landed within the budget.
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VOTE:
YEA: Gabriel, Winger, Sounart, Knackstedt, Baisden, Askin
NAY: None
ABSENT: Douthit
**Student Representative Tanner: YEA
MOTION APPROVED, without objection.
F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of September 6, 2023. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Resolution No. 2023-49 - Declaring the Rights-of-Way of Char Circle as Dedicated on Park View
Subdivision (Plat No. KN 79-156) and City Park Subdivision No. 2 (Plat No. KN 2007-149) and a
Portion of S. Spruce Street as Dedication on Park View Subdivision (Plat No. KN 79-156) are No
Longer Needed for a Public Purpose and Consenting to Vacation of the Rights-of-Way.
(Administration) [At the 08/02/23 meeting, this item was postponed to 09/06/23; at the 09/06/23
meeting, this item was postponed to 09/20/23.]
[Clerk’s Note: The motion to adopt Resolution 2023-49 was on the floor from the August 2, 2023 Regular City
Council Meeting.]
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment.
Ryan Tunseth, Board member of the Boys & Girls Club of the Kenai Peninsula addressed the Council
stating that the Boys & Girls Club and the Evenson’s were in agreement regarding the vacation of rights-
of-ways.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed.
It was reported that the City met with the Boys & Girls Club and the Evenson’s and worked out an
agreement; the easement as proposed would provide sufficient access and space for installation of
utilities.
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Baisden MOVED to amend Resolution 2023-49 as follows:
Amend the third Whereas clause to read, “the total area of the right-of-way vacation is
approximately [0.719] 0.96-acre as shown in Exhibit A; and,”
Insert a new fourth Whereas clause to read, “on August 2, 2023, City Council postponed
Resolution No. 2023-49 to September 6, 2023 at the request of an affected property to address
concerns on access with the Boys & Girls Club of the Kenai Peninsula; and,”
Insert a new fifth Whereas clause to read, “on September 6, 2023, a postponement was granted
by Council to bring the matter back to Planning and Zoning Commission at their September 13,
2023 meeting for their recommendation on the revision to the ROW vacations; and,”
Insert a new sixth Whereas clause to read, “on September 13, 2023, the Planning and Zoning
Commission passed Resolution PZ2023-17 recommending that Kenai Peninsula Borough
Planning Commission approve the preliminary plat for City Park 2023 Replat with vacations of
Char Circle and a portion of S. Spruce Street; and,”
Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion to amend.
VOTE: Motion to amend APPROVED; without objection.
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UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the main motion as amended.
VOTE: Main motion as amended APPROVED; without objection.
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
2. *Action/Approval - Purchase Orders and Purchase Order Amendments Requiring Council
Approval in Accordance with KMC 7.15.020. (Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
3. *Action/Approval - Confirming the Appointment of the October 3, 2023 Election Precinct Boards
for the October 3, 2023 Regular City Election. (City Clerk)
Approved by the consent agenda.
4. *Action/Approval - Confirming the Appointment of Xinlan Tanner as Student Representative to
City Council. (Mayor)
Approved by the consent agenda.
5. *Ordinance No. 3371-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating Funds from the Institute of Museum
and Library Services, Passed through the State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early
Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums, for Library Employee Training.
(Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and Public Hearing set for October 4, 2023.
6. *Ordinance No. 3372-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for
the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration)
Introduced by the consent agenda and Public Hearing set for October 4, 2023.
7. Ordinance No. 3373-2023 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.330 - Standard for
Commercial Marijuana Establishments to Prohibit Licensed Retail Marijuana Establishments from
Serving Customers through a Walk-Up or Drive-Through Window. (Baisden, Winger, Douthit)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Baisden MOVED to in introduce Ordinance No. 3373-2023, refer the ordinance as a New
Business Item to the Planning and Zoning Commission’s September 27, 2023 meeting, for the
commission’s recommendation on any specific zoning related considerations in regards to this ordinance
and to schedule the City Council public hearing on the ordinance for October 4, 2023. Council Member
Knackstedt SECONDED the motion.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection.
I. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
Council Member Sounart reported on the September 14, 2023 meeting, next meeting October 12, 2023.
2. Airport Commission
Council Member Askin reported on the September 14, 2023 meeting, next meeting October 12, 2023.
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3. Harbor Commission
No report, next meeting November 6, 2023
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
Council Member Askin reported on the September 7, 2023 meeting, next meeting October 5, 2023.
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
Vice Mayor Baisden reported on the September 13, 2023 meeting, next meeting September 27, 2023.
6. Beautification Committee
Council Member Winger reported on the September 12, 2023 meeting, next meeting October 10, 2023.
J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Gabriel reported on the following:
• Participating as a wheel spinner in the Silver Salmon Derby.
• Attending the Candidate Forum held by the Kenai Chamber of Commerce.
K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager – City Manager Eubank reported on the following:
• Invitations to the Bluff Stabilizations agreement signing event included: State and Federal
Legislative Delegates, Kenaitze and Salamatof Tribes, and former Mayors of the City.
• Phase II of the Spur Highway expansion was delayed due to one of the utilities being unable
to source the materials needed to relocate the utility.
• Environmental review for the Bridge Access Bike Path was complete, construction was
expected in 2025 in coordination with the Bridge Access preservation project.
• Provided and update on the Old town Playground project.
• Street light repairs were being addressed as funding allowed.
• Provided an update regarding the Airport Manager recruitment, noting that it has been great
having Mary Bondurant back as the interim.
2. City Attorney - No report.
3. City Clerk – City Clerk Saner reported on the following:
• That 393 markers out of 780 had been photographed so far for the cemetery marker imaging
project.
• Presenting at the Kenai Historical Society meeting on September 17, 2023.
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizen Comments (Public comments limited to (5) minutes per speaker)
Samantha Springer, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center reported
that there would be a free Haunted Chamber event from October 7 - 19, 2023.
2. Council Comments
Council Member Winger welcomed Student Representative Tanner; congratulated the Silver Salmon
Derby winners; noted she was looking forward to the Bluff Stabilization project signing event, the Kenai
River Marathon and the Chamber Haunted House; and reported there would be a Dog Park meeting on
Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
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Student Representative Tanner reported on the following Student Council meeting subjects: Pre-
Kindergarten program for families that are new to home schooling; the Fuel your Future program which
is about scholarships and SAT preparations; scholarships and postsecondary opportunities for students
in Connections; grant funds from Caring for the Kenai used to give back to the community by purchasing
and distributing laundry detergent sheets to keep plastic out of our landfills; and that she would be in
contact with the Student Council’s from other schools to find out what they are working on and report
back to Council.
Council Member Sounart welcomed Student Representative Tanner and said she was excited to see the
Bluff Stabilization project moving forward.
Council Member Askin congratulated the Administration for getting to this point on the Bluff Stabilization
project, noting she remember working on the 1997 Planning and Zoning Commission minutes when bluff
erosion was a topic discussed; congratulated the Silver Salmon Derby winners; reported being part of
the group working with the City Clerk’s Office to photograph the cemetery markers; and welcomed
Student Representative Tanner.
Vice Mayor Baisden noted concerns with having a vacant car dealership in the City.
Council Member Knackstedt welcomed Student representative Tanner; thanked the Clerk for presenting
at the Historical Society meeting; and noted he was looking forward the Harvest Auction.
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None.
N. PENDING ITEMS - None.
O. ADJOURNMENT
P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None.
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of September 20, 2023.
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC
City Clerk
** The student representative may cast advisory votes on all matters except those subject to executive
session discussion. Advisory votes shall be cast in the rotation of the official council vote and shall not
affect the outcome of the official council vote. Advisory votes shall be recorded in the minutes. A student
representative may not move or second items during a council meeting.
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PAYMENTS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL RATIFICATION
COUNCIL MEETING OF: OCTOBER 4, 2023
VENDOR DESCRIPTION
PERS PERS
INVESTMENTS
VENDOR DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT
VARIOUS
MATURITY DATE
ACCOUNT AMOUNT
LIABILITY 111,913.06
AMOUNT Effect. Int.
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Sponsored by: Administration
New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 3374-2023
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE AIRPORT
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF AVIATION FUEL DUE TO FUEL SALES AT THE KENAI MUNICIPAL
AIRPORT FLOAT PLANE BASIN BEING IN EXCESS OF BUDGETED AMOUNTS.
WHEREAS, the Airport budgeted $20,000 in fiscal year 2024 for the purchase of aviation fuel to be resold
at the Airport float plane basin; and,
WHEREAS, the demand for aviation fuel significantly increased with a commercial float plane operation
utilizing the float plane basin and the budgeted amount was depleted as of September 21, 2023; and,
WHEREAS, the float plane basin season is open until the third week of October 2023; and,
WHEREAS, in order to provide aviation fuel at the float plane basin for the remainder of fiscal year 2024,
the Airport needs to appropriate $15,000 for the purchase of additional fuel.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows:
Airport Fund:
Increase Estimated revenues
Fuel Sales $15,000
Increase Appropriations
Other Buildings and Areas Operating Supplies $15,000
Section 2. Severability: That if any part or provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any
person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall
be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in
which this judgment shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder
of this title or application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares
that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such part, provision, or
application.
Section 3. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon enactment.
ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
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Ordinance No. 3374-2023
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New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: _________________
Introduced: October 4, 2023
Enacted: October 18, 2023
Effective: October 18, 2023
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Mary Bondurant, Interim Airport Manager
DATE: September 27, 2023
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3374-2023 Appropriation of Funds
This memo recommends support of Ordinance No. 3374 -2023 appropriating funds into the Float
Plane Basin operating supplies budget for aviation fuel.
The original FY2024 budget for aviation fuel was $20,000 with an additional $4,000 transferred
from another account to ensure the Airport could provide fuel into the third week of October. The
basin will then be closed, drained, and reopened in May 2024. This additional $15,000 is
necessary for the Airport to purchase and provide fuel to float plane operators from May to June
2024.
From July 1, 2023 to September 27, 2023 the Airport has sold 4,722 gallons of aviation fuel with
sales totaling $36,172.
Authorization of this $15,000 is recommended to meet the fuel demand for the float plane basin
users in the spring of 2024.
Thank you for your consideration.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
FROM: Terry Eubank, City Manager
Shellie Saner, City Clerk
DATE: September 29, 2023
SUBJECT: Cancelling the December 6, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting
Alaska Municipal League (AML) has scheduled its 2023 Annual Local Government Conference
in Anchorage for December 6-8, 2023. In past years when the conference was schedule during
the same week as a City Council meeting the meeting would often be cancelled to allow Council
Members to attend.
This item was brought forward for Council consideration regarding cancellation of the December
6, 2023 City Council Meeting to accommodate those City Council Members who want to attend
the AML Conference this year.
The following affiliate associations will be meeting during the same week in Anchorage:
Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks December 3 - 5, 2023
Alaska Municipal Management Association December 4 - 5, 2023
Alaska Conference of Mayors December 5, 2023
Alaska Municipal Attorneys Association December 4 - 5, 2023
Alaska Government Finance Officers Association December 6 - 8, 2023
If the December 6, 2023 meeting is cancelled there would be a five-week break between Council
meetings; should something urgent come up a Special Meeting could be scheduled.
Pursuant to City Charter, a meeting may be cancelled by a majority of Council Members for any
reasons as long as at least twenty (20) regular meetings are held each year and at least one each
month. If the December 6th meeting is cancelled, the Council would be in compliance with this
requirement.
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KENAI COUNCIL ON AGING – REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 – 3:00 P.M.
KENAI SENIOR CENTER
361 SENIOR CT., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR RACHAEL CRAIG, PRESIDING
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September 14, 2023
ACTION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Council on Aging was held on September 14, 2023, at the Kenai Senior Center,
Kenai, AK. Chair Craig called the meeting to order at approximately 3:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Craig led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Rachael Craig, Chair Roy Williams, Vice Chair
Glenese Pettey Kenneth Ayers
Frances Kilfoyle John Straughn
Velda Geller Barbara Modigh
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director
Deborah Sounart, City Council Liaison
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Council Member Straughn MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Council Member Ayers
SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS –
1. Brandi Bell, Elders & Transportation Manager, Kenaitze Indian Tribe – Fixed-Route Bus Service
Community Survey & Information
Brandi Bell discussed the fixed rate bus service and other services available to the community through
Dena’ina Wellness including behavioral health, food cache, etc.
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
D. APPROVAL OF ACTION MINUTES
1. May 11, 2023.
MOTION:
Commissioner Williams MOVED to approve the May 11, 2023 Summary. Commissioner Pettey
SECONDED the motion.
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September 14, 2023
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Approval of the Kenai Senior Center Code of Conduct and Ethics, 2023 Revision
Director Romain discussed adding a clause to the Kenai Senior Center Code of Conduct and Ethics that
was approved at the May 11, 2023 Meeting. She noted that it will be handed out in October with updated
client information seats. Discussion occurred.
MOTION:
Commissioner Pettey MOVED to approve the final revised version of the Kenai Senior Center Code of
Conduct and Ethics. Commissioner Straughn SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was
requested.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
F. NEW BUSINESS – None.
G. REPORTS
1. Senior Center Director – Director Romain reported on the following:
• Volunteer Appreciation in October.
• 2 job openings at the Senior Center.
2. Council on Aging Chair – Chair Craig reported that she attended the lunch on September 12,
noted that people brought their own to-go containers.
3. City Council Liaison – Council Member Sounart reported on actions from the September 6, 2023
City Council Meeting.
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – None.
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – October 12, 2023.
Director Romain noted that she was planning a work session to ask for suggestions on problem areas.
J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
K. ADJOURNMENT
L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. City of Kenai Commissions, Committees and Council on Aging Review
There being no further business before the Council on Aging, the meeting was adjourned at 3:50 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Council on Aging meeting of September 14, 2023.
___________________________________
Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE – REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR SARAH DOUTHIT, PRESIDING
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September 12, 2023
ACTION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Beautification Committee was held on September 12, 2023, in City Hall Council
Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Douthit called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Douthit led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Sarah Douthit, Chair Emily Heale, Vice Chair
Lisa Gabriel Barbara Roland
Christina Warner
A quorum was present.
Absent:
Terri Wilson
Also in attendance were:
Tyler Best, Parks & Recreation Director
Jenna Brown, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Vice Chair Heale MOVED to approve the agenda. Committee Member Warner SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
D. APPROVAL OF ACTION MINUTES
1. April 11, 2023
MOTION:
Committee Member Warner MOVED to approve the April 11, 2023 Summary. Vice Chair Heale
SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
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September 12, 2023
[Clerk’s Note: At the request of the body, Director Best provided his Parks & Recreation Director’s report.]
Director Best reported on the following:
• Midmonth reports for the summer provided in the packet.
• New Parks & Recreation Assistant Jenna Brown.
• Recapped summer events including personal use fishery, Return of the Reds, Kite Festival
and Industry Days.
• Discussed upcoming events including Kenai River Marathon and Pumpkin Festival.
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion – City of Kenai Commissions, Committees and Council on Aging Review
Director Best reported on the Council-approved plan to review the City of Kenai Commissions,
Committees and Council on Aging which will be implemented in the following months. Discussion
occurred regarding the Committee’s status and future.
2. Discussion – Pumpkin Festival 2023
Discussed earlier in the meeting.
G. REPORTS
1. Parks & Recreation Director – Provided earlier in the meeting.
2. Committee Chair – Chair Douthit reported that she had toured the gardens, and discussed making
a plan for the fountain.
3. City Council Liaison – No report.
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – None.
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – October 10, 2023.
J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Vice Chair Heale discussed the potential for a mural at the greenstrip with the Committee.
K. ADJOURNMENT
L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS – None.
There being no further business before the Beautification Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 6:39
p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Beautification Committee meeting of September
12, 2023.
___________________________________
Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, domestic violence, once a secret kept among families, is now recognized as a serious
crime in the State of Alaska; and,
WHEREAS, domestic violence has severe consequences for survivors, their children and
families, and has long lasting impacts on their quality of life; and,
WHEREAS, stopping this cycle of violence requires not only the resolve and courage of
survivors, but also support and involvement from all of us; and,
WHEREAS, enhance education, prevention and intervention help increase public awareness of
the severity and extent of domestic violence; and,
WHEREAS, domestic violence in the home is a problem that affects every socioeconomic level
in our society occurring in wealthy and disadvantaged neighborhoods, and includes the
employed and unemployed; and,
WHEREAS, domestic violence is generally learned and passed down from one generation to
another; and,
WHEREAS, during the month of October, local, state and national domestic violence agencies
will sponsor events to help us focus public attention on the problem of domestic violence.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BRIAN GABRIEL, SR., MAYOR OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, hereby
proclaim October 2023 as:
"Domestic Violence Awareness Month"
in the City of Kenai and encourage all citizens to dedicate themselves to learning about how to
reduce domestic violence; and further encourage everyone to support the domestic violence
programs in our community, including the LeeShore Center and Haven House.
DATED: This 18th day of September, 2023.
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Brian Gabriel, Sr., Mayor
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The Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory Council (CIRCAC) met for their fall meeting on August 25 th for a hybrid
meeting in Homer and via webinar.
CIRCAC welcomed Capt. Christopher Culpepper as the new ex-officio Board member representing the U.S.
Coast Guard. Capt. Culpepper assumed command of Sector Anchorage in July, replacing Capt. Leanne Lusk
following her retirement. We look forward to working with Capt. Culpepper and continuing our strong
relationship with the USCG. Capt. Culpepper reported his already extensive travels across the state, including a
visit with his team to the CIRCAC offices in Kenai in August.
The Board received updates on agency staffing, research projects, and other work around Cook Inlet from
several other of our ex-officio agencies. Tiffany Larson from the Alaska Department of Environmental
Conservation (ADEC) introduced Melinda Brunner, the new Program Manager for the Department’s Pre vention,
Preparedness and Response (PPR) program. Jade Gamble, also from ADEC, reported that PPR’s central region
is again fully staffed. CIRCAC has raised concerns about staffing levels in recent years and we’re happy to see
progress in this area. ADEC also reported the addition of a certified drone pilot to the staff at the Soldotna
office, expanding and expediting response and observation capabilities.
Dr. Kris Holderied, NOAA Director of the Kasitsna Bay Laboratory, provided updates on several lo ng-term
studies, most notably a partnership project with CIRCAC and other agencies to assess Cook Inlet ocean forecast
models. This project includes a 23-year model hindcast that will wrap up by the end of the year and will help
inform future oceanography data collections and improve forecast modeling efforts, such as for oil spill
trajectories. She is also excited about recent expansions to their research staff and looks forward to continued
partnerships with CIRCAC.
Dr. Scott Pegau, Research Program Manager for the Oil Spill Research Institute (OSRI), reported on some of
their efforts towards research, education, and demonstration projects that improve our understanding of and
response to oil spills in Arctic and sub-Arctic marine environments. He provided detail on OSRI’s roles in
projects using remotely operated equipment in oil spill response – including the recent use of Uncrewed Aerial
Systems (UAS) for oil slick thickness and oil-in-ice validation experiments and a remotely operated surface
vessel (jet ski) that can be rapidly deployed to apply oil herders and conduct controlled in-situ burns when
mechanical oil recovery is not possible.
CIRCAC staff reported during the meeting that the organization’s triennial recertification application ha d been
completed and submitted and the USCG issued its approval letter on August 23rd. Staff provided updates on
committee projects and budgeting. The next CIRCAC Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for November
30th and December 1st in Anchorage.
Update from the Board of Directors
Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory Council
John Williams, Vice-President, representing the City of Kenai
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ADDITIONAL MATERIAL/REVISIONS
REQUESTED ADDITIONS TO THE PACKET
ACTION ITEM REQUESTED
BY
Add to Item K.3 City Clerk’s Report
•October 3, 2023 Election Summary Report
-Unofficial Results
City Clerk
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CITY OF KENAI
ELECTION SUMMARY REPORT
OCTOBER 3, 2023 UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
City of Kenai Election Summary Report
SUMMARY OF ALL CITY OF KENAI PRECINCTS
CITY OF KENAI JURISDICTION WIDE Registered Voters: 6,375 Cards Cast: 639 %
Kenai City Council (Vote for Two) Polling Site Absentee /
Questioned Total Votes
WINGER, Teea M 262 24.28%
KNACKSTEDT, Henry H. 318 29.47%
PETTEY, Glenese 238 22.06%
DANIEL, Phillip D. (Phil) 256 23.73%
Write-in 5 0.46%
INDIVIDUAL SUMMARY REPORTS BY LOCATION
Kenai No. 1 (07-015) Registered Voters: 3,164 Cards Cast: 317 %
Kenai City Council (Vote for Two) Polling Site Total Votes
WINGER, Teea M 133 25.38%
KNACKSTEDT, Henry H. 145 27.67%
PETTEY, Glenese 111 21.18%
DANIEL, Phillip D. (Phil) 133 25.38%
Write-in 2 .39%
Kenai No. 2 (07-020) Registered Voters: 1,713 Cards Cast: %
Kenai City Council (Vote for Two) Polling Site Total Votes
WINGER, Teea M 75 26.60%
KNACKSTEDT, Henry H. 78 27.66%
PETTEY, Glenese 66 23.40%
DANIEL, Phillip D. (Phil) 62 21.99%
Write-in 1 .35%
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CITY OF KENAI
ELECTION SUMMARY REPORT
OCTOBER 3, 2023 UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
City of Kenai Election Summary Report
Kenai No. 3 (07-025) Registered Voters: 1,498 Cards Cast: %
Kenai City Council (Vote for Two) Polling Site Total Votes
WINGER, Teea M 54 19.78%
KNACKSTEDT, Henry H. 95 34.80%
PETTEY, Glenese 61 22.34%
DANIEL, Phillip D. (Phil) 61 22.34%
Write-in 2 0.74%
Absentee, Questioned and Personal Needs
Kenai City Council (Vote for Two) Total Votes
WINGER, Teea M
KNACKSTEDT, Henry H.
PETTEY, Glenese
DANIEL, Phillip D. (Phil)
Write-in
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CITY OF KENAI
ELECTION SUMMARY REPORT
OCTOBER 3, 2023 UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
City of Kenai Election Summary Report
Report of outstanding voted ballot envelopes:
City of Kenai In-Person AVO 122 Absentee In-Person
5 Personal Representative
127 TOTAL
Kenai Peninsula Borough AVO 13 Absentee In-Person
2 Personal Representatives
TOTAL
City of Kenai By-Request AVO 50 By Request Issued
23 By-Request Returned (10/4/23)
27 By-Request Sent (Not Yet Returned)
23 TOTAL Returned as of 10/4/23
Kenai No. 1 1 Questioned
2 Personal Representative
3 TOTAL
Kenai No. 2 2 Questioned
0 Personal Representative
2 TOTAL
Kenai No. 3 0 Questioned
0 Personal Representative
0 TOTAL
10/4/23 Summary of Received Voted Ballot
Envelopes transferred to the City Clerk: 158 Absentee (In-Person / By-Request)
3 Questioned
9 Personal Representative
170 TOTAL
There are an additional 27 By-Mail Ballots that will be canvassed if they were postmarked on or before Election
Day, and are received by the City Clerk’s Office on or before the Canvass Board meeting scheduled for October 10,
2023.
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Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 1 of 3
October 04, 2023
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
October 04, 2023 ꟷ 6:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
www.kenai.city
**Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 3**
Action Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda and Consent Agenda (Public comments on Consent Agenda Items
limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items
unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent
agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker)
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ENACTED WITHOUT OBJECTION. Ordinance No. 3371-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating
Funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Passed through the State of Alaska,
Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums, for
Library Employee Training. (Administration)
2. ENACTED WITHOUT OBJECTION. Ordinance No. 3372-2023 - Accepting and Appropriating
a Grant from the State of Alaska for the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration)
3. ENACTED AS AMENDED WITHOUT OBJECTION. Ordinance No. 3373-2023 - Amending
Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.330 - Standard for Commercial Marijuana Establishments to
Prohibit Licensed Retail Marijuana Establishments from Serving Customers through a Walk-Up
or Drive-Through Window. (Baisden, Winger, Douthit)
4. ADOPTED WITHOUT OBJECTION. Resolution No. 2023-60 - Authorizing the Use of
Equipment Replacement Fund to Purchase a Second Replacement Ambulance for the Fire
Department Fleet Under the Existing Contract with Braun Northwest, and Authorizing a Change
Order to the Contract. (Administration)
5. ADOPTED WITHOUT OBJECTION. Resolution No. 2023-61 - Authorizing the Use of the
Equipment Replacement Fund for the Purchase of Snow Removal Equipment for the City
Streets Department Utilizing a State of Alaska Procurement Contract. (Administration)
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 2 of 3
October 04, 2023
F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of September 20, 2023. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Ordinance No. 3374-2023 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the Airport
Fund for the Purchase of Aviation Fuel Due to Fuel Sales at the Kenai Municipal Airport Float
Plane Basin Being in Excess of Budgeted Amounts. (Administration)
3. 12/6/2023 CITY COUNCIL MEETING CANCELLED. Discussion/Action - Cancelling the
December 6, 2023 City Council Meeting to Allow for Council Member Travel to the Alaska
Municipal League Conference. (Administration)
I. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
6. Beautification Committee
J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
1. Mayor’s Proclamation Declaring October 2023 as, “Domestic Violence Awareness Month”.
K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizens Comments (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
N. PENDING ITEMS
O. ADJOURNMENT
P. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. CIRCAC Director's Report
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 3 of 3
October 04, 2023
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City’s website at www.kenai.city. Copies of
resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s Office or outside the Council Chamber prior
to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 907-283-8231.
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