HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-12-10 Harbor Commission PacketKENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
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DECEMBER 1 ~, 2001
KENAI CDUNCIL CHAMBERS
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ITEM 1:
ITEM 2:
ITEM 3:
ITEM 4:
ITEM 5:
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ITEM 6:
ITEM ?:
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c.
ITEM 8:
ITEM 9:
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
AGENDA APPROVAL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- November 12, 2001 .
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Kenai Coastal Trail Project Update
Discussion -- Kenai River Watershed Water Quality
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS ~
Director
Dock Foreman
City Council Liaison
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/ _UESTIDNS
INFORMATI~N
a. Kenai City Council Action Agendas of November 21 and December 5,
2001.
ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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AGENDA
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ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- October 8, 2001
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINFSS
a. Discussion -- Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Restoration Project Update
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NE~1 BUSINESS
ITEM 7: REPORTS
a. Director
b. Dock Foreman
c. City Council Liaison
ITEM 8: COMMISSI~JNER COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
ITEM 9: INFORMATION
a. Kenai City Council Action Agendas of October 3 and 17, 2001.
ITEM 10: ADJOURNMEHT
KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
NOVEMBER 5, 2001
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
?:00 P.M.
CHAIRMAN TOM THOMPSON, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & RQLL CALL
Cha.irman Thompson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Eldridge, Rogers, McCollum, Spracher, Thompson, Graves,
Foster (arrived at ?:04 p.m.)
OTHERS PRESENT: Councilman Bookey, Kornelis, Roper
ITEM 2:
MOTION:
AGENDA APPROVAL
Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to approve the agenda and requested UNANIM4US
_ CONSENT and Commissioner Spracher SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- October 8, 2001
MOTION:
Commissioner Rogers MOVED to approve the minutes of October 8, 2001 and
Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED T~ BE H~ARD -- None
ITENI 5: OLD BUSINESS
5-a. Discussion -- Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Restoration Project Update
Kornelis reported a work session with the Kenai City Council, the Planning 8~ Zoning,
Harbor and Parks Commissions and Paul Fuhs and Dennis Nottingham of Peratrovich,
Nottingham & Drage (PND) was held on October 25 to discuss the Kenai Coastal Trail.
At the work session, it was decided PND would prepare responses to the agency letters
that voiced concern or opposition to the project. Kornelis noted, because PND had no
funds remaining in their original contract, a resolution would be before City Council at
its next meeting to appropriate an additional ~20,000.
Kornelis stated he was preparing a presentation for Council and it would be av '
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arbor meeting for review.
A very lengthy discussion ensued regarding the Kenai Coastal Trail and the most
appropriate approach to take in the City's attempts to obta.in the ermits necess for
construction. Councilm p ~
an Bookey stated PND was preparing the responses to the
agencies and the City should wa~t to review those before going any further, He .added
he was optimistic as the majority of the concerns ex ressed could be easil a
and he di '' p y ddressed
dn t think approaching this politically at this point was neeess
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Commissioner Eldridge asked if there were any studies ava.ilable that addresse '
s impact
to the wildlife. Kornelis wasn't aware of any but would research it.
Bookey thought that a facilitator would be effective in keepin the lines of
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communication open between the City and the various agencies in the attem t to
obtain the necess ermits and asked if p
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him know as he would take it back to Counc~l at the next meetin .
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MOTION:
Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to recommend approval of the additional 20 0
$ , 00 to
PND and Commissioner Rogers SECONDED the motion. There Were no ob'ection
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ORDERED.
ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS -- None
ITEM ?: REPORTS
?-a. Director -- No Report
7-b. Dock Foreman -- No Report
7-c. City Council Liaison - Councilman Bookey re orted he was rea oint
p pp ed as
council liaison to the Harbor Commission for another year.
Commissioner Foster asked for some direction in regards to the scra book an
Commissioners El ' p d
dr~dge and Thompson expl ~ained the purpose of the scra book and
what Foster's res onsibilit was. p
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ITEM 8: CO111IMISSIONER COMMENTS UFSTIONS -- None.
ITEM 9: INFORMATION
9-a. Kena.i City Council Action Agendas of October 3 and 17 2001.
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ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT
HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
NOVEMBER 5, 2001
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MOTION:
Commissioner Eldridge MOVED for adjournment and Commissioner Spracher
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. S4 ORDERED.
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Recorded and transcribed by:
Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary
HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING
NOVEMBER 5, 2001
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Subject: Kenai Coastal Trail - Consolidated List of Agency Permitting Concerns
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As requested by the City, this letter presents a consolidated list of concerns expressed by the
various agencies and citizens that commented on the permit that was submitted. Each item has
been numbered for easy reference. There is no particular significance to the order in which items
are listed, and the numbering should not be misconstrued as a ranking ~f any sort. The comment
letters used to compile this list of concerns axe referenced at the end of this letter. We have
grouped concerns and comments into the following categories: .
l. Establish cause of bluff erosion
2. Consider altematives
2a. Purchase bluff properties, remove structures, and curtail further development
2b. Place trail along top of bluff
2c. Implement land use controls to limit bluff development
2d. Use bioengineering
3. Conduct ecosystem analysis 1 baseline surveys
4. Conduct additional sediment transport analysis
4a. Assess effects on Kenai Dunes and sand bars
4b. Address specific criticisms of UAA sediment budget analysis
4c. Conduct site-specific sediment transport sampling and analysis
5. Conduct river hydraulic analysis .
Sa. Conduct scour analysis
Sb. Assess effect of hydraulic changes on sediment transport
Sc. Assess effect of hydraulic changes on adjacent areas
Sd. Assess effects on sewage treatment plant and outfall conditions
Se. Assess effects on Kenai River Flats
5 f. Evaluate long-term changes to river channel
Sg. Analyze project function during flood event at high tide
Sh. Calculate post-project near shore velocities
6. Conduct economic evaluation
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7. Assess effects on habitat and biota
7a. Assess effects on physical and chemical productivity of river mouth
7a1. Assess effects on acclimating and outmigratin~ salmon smolt
7a2. Assess effects on marine mammals
7b. Assess effects on unnamed stream at confluence with Kenai River
7c. Assess effects on food supply for juveniles and estuarine fish
7d. Assess effects on fish predation
8. . Assess effects on recreational and commercial use
9. Consider mitigation
10. Prepare environmental document
1 l. Address storm water concerns
1 l a. Identify any wood preservatives to be used
1 lb. Direct storm water discharges to bioswale
11 c. Provide information on construction methods for fill placement in tidelands
12. Consult experts in selection of plant species for slope stabilization
13. Reassess threat to senior center
14. Engage facilitator for city-agency interaction
15. Utilize impartial experts for analyses
A detailed listing, providing direct quotes stating the reviewers' concerns or comments and a
reference list of the comment letters is attached. ~
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PERATROVICH, NOTTINGHAM & DRAGE, INC.
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KENAI C~ASTAL TRAIL & EROSION CONTROL PROJE~T
CtJNSOLIDATED LIST OF AGENCY C~NCERNS AND COMMENTS
1. ESTABLISH CAUSE OF BLUFF EROSIDN
"There is some question as to the cause of erosion in the lowest mile of the River... A 1982
report commissioned by the City states that `the major cause of erosion of the slope arises from
the large volume of water draining through the upper 35 feet of material `... It would also
appear...that the thalweg of the River is moving to the north... suggesting that the River is
meandering north, eroding that bank... The cause of slope failure along the bluff may be a
combination of these influences..." (USEPA 2001 a)
2. CONSIDER ALTERNATIVES
"Please provide an evaluation of alternatives including an analysis of costs/benefits and impacts
to fish and wildlife resources." (ADF&G Z001 ~
2a. Purchase bluff properties, remove structures, and curtail further deveiopment
"Evaluation of alternatives should include, but are not limited to consideration of: 1)
purchasing properties or bluff easements and removing existing structures and curtailing
further development to reduce need for stabilization..." (ADF&G 2001)
"Alternatively it may be less expensive for the City to simply purchase threatened
property, moving people out of harms way and avoiding tideland fill. We suggest that
the applicant consider these alternatives" (USEPA 2001 a)
2b. Place trail along top of bluff
"...and 2) placing the trail along the top of the bluff to minimize the size and intrusion
into the river of the erosion control structure at the toe of the slope." (ADF&G 2001)
"Placement of the trail at the top of the bluff on lands purchased for construction of this
proj ect would eliminate up to S acres of tideland fill." (USEPA 2001 a)
"The City of Kenai with federal funds could purchase the property along the bluff and
form a greenbeltlcoastal trail along the top of the bluff." (Tarbox 2001)
2c. Implement land use controls to limit bluff development
"As lands further back from the bluff become available the City could look at zoning and
construction regulation (for example, lot set backs) that would allow the City to function
for SO to 100 years without threat of bluff erosion to structures." (Tarbox 2001)
2d. Use bioengineering
-~ "...explore alternatives to providing a trail and stabilizing the failing banks, such as to
incorporate bioengineering techniques." ~NMFS 2001)
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 1 November 14, 2001
3. CONDUCT ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS I BASELINE SURVEYS
"...please provide... a complete ecosystem analysis of the structure and function of the estuary
including an inventory of fish and wildlife species use by season (including winter), age class,
depth and tide cycle." (ADF&G)
"a baseline survey of current bird and fish use of the...site of the proposed project...to better
understand the extent of habitat loss which would occur..." (USEPA 2001 a)
"...we request... quantitative analysis of fish surveys..." (KPB)
4. CONDUCT ADDITIONAL SEDIMENT TRANSP~RT ANALYSIS
4a. Assess effects on Kenai Dunes and sand bars
"e..potential for changes in the existing sand dunes that provide erosion protection for the
wetlands through which this stream meanders." (ADF&G 2000)
"Sediment Dynamics Related to Dune Nourishment... concern that the dunes on the
north side of the river will be starved of sand... Loss of these dunes will expose the bluff
behind them to direct wave action at high tide" (USEPA 2001 a)
"...the sediment transport patterns at the mouth of the river will be altered significantly.
This may impact downstream sand dune and sand bar areas..." (Tarbox 2001)
4b. Address specifc criticisms of UAA- sediment budget analysis
"...the following information should be provided and reviewed by ~the Corps of Engineers
and the resource agencies: sediment transport study concerns, mentioned above,
answered including completion of additional work to reduce uncertainty and verify
conclusions..." (USEPA 2001 a)
4b1. "Uncertainty associated with the model used to estimate wave induced and
longshore transport should be explicitly discussed."
4b2. "The analysis also fails to consider the effect of the Kenai River's current through
the mouth carrying ~orthward moving sand into deeper water where it would be
unavailable to wave induced transport."
4b3. "...the estimate of <bedload transport> sediment movement needs to be more
accurately predicted to be useful."
4b4. "In the City's analysis suspended sediment is included... We do not think suspended
sediment is relevant to the questions being asked here, since it moves much farther before
settling out and does not provide material to the Dunes."
4b5. "...the report assumes that additional sediment is transported from `shoals and
banks downstream of Soldotna' but makes no attempt to quantify this contribution."
4b6. "<The analysis> also fails to take into account tidal influence in spite of stating that
it `will generally attenuate the eroding influence of the hydrological flow in river
channels. "'
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 2 November 14, 2001
~ 4c. Conduct site-specific sediment transport sampling and anaiysis
"...we request... site specific auantitative sediment transport sampling and analysis..."
(KPB 2001)
5. CONDUCT RIVER HYDRAULIC ANALYSIS
5a. Conduct scour analysis
"<The thalweg> elevation must be thoroughly analyzed and documented to avoid the
potential for catastrophic failure of the project. The depth of scour, estimated to be -5
feet for this project, is also questionable and warrants more detailed analysis to establish
a scour depth at which this project should be designed to protect against." (ADFB~G
2000)
"...please provide... Information on the design life of the project and potential impacts to
the river if the channel undercuts and destabilizes the toe of the rock fill." (ADF&G
2001)
"We are also concerned about how the channel would react during flood stages, and we
fear that it may be more erosive with the riprapped bank than under current conditions."
(USFWS 2001)
Sb. Assess effect of hydraulic changes on sediment transport
"...potential to cause hydraulic changes in the Kenai River that could change the natural
bed load transport conditions and deposition rates in the lower river." (ADF&G 2000)
5c. Assess effect of hydraulic changes on adjacent areas
"~Ve are concerned that changes to the existing hydraulic conditions, no matter how large
or small, may result in the potential for alteration of the bank conditions above or below
the mouth of the Kenai River. Such changes could necessitate further bank erosion
protection and increased costs attributable to this project." (ADF&G 2000)
"We question if this project will alter the current erosion and deposition rates of long
shore currents in Cook Inlet near the mouth of the Kenai River." (ADFB~G 2000)
"We are concerned that the proposed design of the armored deflection dike located at the
u stream end of No-Name Creek may create a current gyre. This could result in
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increased erosive forces attacking the bank further up the beach dune area towards the
existing beach access road and dip-net fishing turn-around area." (ADF&G 2000)
"Additional uncertainty that needs to be addressed includes the effect of hardening the
outside bend of the river on the inside bend and on areas upstream and downstream of the
project site... documentation should be provided..." (USEPA 2001a)
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Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 3 November 14, 2001
"...may result in the unintended consequence of shifting the erosion problem to another
portion of the bluff, and endangering structures there that are not currently in harms'
way." (USEPA 2001 a)
"a hydrologic analysis of th~ impacts of the structure with particular emphasis on
assessing the potential for induced erosion upstream and downstream of the structure, and
channel changes adj acent to it." (USEPA 2001 a)
5d. Assess effects on sewage treatment plant and outfall conditions
"These changes could affect the existing sewage treatment plant site and sewer outfall
conditions" (ADF&G 2000}
5e. Assess effects on Kenai River Flats
"...please provide... an analysis of how the project will change the hydrologic patterns in
and upstream of the project area, including impacts to the wetlands on the south shore..."
(ADF&G 2001)
"Changes in flow patterns caused by the proposed project could de~rade <the Kenai
River Flats> wetlands." (USEPA 20U 1 a)
"Hardening the bank may deflect the energy and direction of the river current
downstream and toward the opposite bank. Should this occur, it would likely result in the
erosion and loss of a number of acres of tidal marsh..." (USFWS 2001)
5f. Evaluate long-term chaages to river channel
"...please provide... an analysis of how the project will change the hydrologic patterns in
and upstream of the project area, including... anticipated successional changes to the river
channel that will occur through time (25, 50,100,150 years, etc)." (ADFB~G 2001)
5g. Analyze project function during flood event at high tide
"Please provide an analysis of project function during a 100-year flood event coupled
with a maximum high tide.'' (ADF&G 2001)
5h. Calcuiate post-project near shore velocities
"...we request calculations of projected post-project near shore velocities..." (KPB 2001)
6. CONDUCT ECONOMIC EVALUATION
"Please provide an evaluation of alternatives including an analysis of costs/benefits..." (ADF&G
2001)
"...this project does not appear to be economically sound." (Tarbox 2001)
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, I~c 4 November 14, 2001
7. ASSESS EFFECTS ON HABITAT AND BI4TA
"Additional analysis of the biological resources using the project area is also needed to ensure
the biological productivity of the estuarine habitat is not adversely affected by the proposed
project through physical and chemical alteration of the existing habitat." (ADF&G 2000)
7a. Assess effects on physical and chemical productivity of river mouth
"...potential for this project to cause adverse effects to fisheries resources which utilize
the mouth and lower reaches (tidally influenced areas) of the Kenai River." (ADF&G
2000) ~
"...please provide... an evaluation of how the physical and chemical productivity of the
river mouth (number and type of organisms, use and value of the area) will change
through time as the natural erosive process that is slowly causing the river mouth to
become wider, shallower and more productive is altered." (ADF&G 2001)
"Our concerns regarding this project involve the likely effects on fish and wildlife
habitat, and changes to hydrologic and sediment movement patterns that will adversely
affect the functioning of the Kenai River estuarine ecosystem... Erosion, transport and
deposi'tion of sediment in the river and the mouth renew terrestrial and a uatic habitat in
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the project area. The variety of shallow and deep areas, wetlands and the seaside dune
system provide the physical habitat that supports this complex ecosystem... The proposed
project should be analyzed for effects on the estuary and its biota." (USEPA 2001a)
"...the following information should be provided... analysis of the impact of physical
changes to biota of this system." (USEPA 2001 a)
"We are concerned that armoring 1.2 miles of the lower Kenai River would substantially
alter the structure and function of this estuarine habitat area and may impact populations
of fish and wildlife that are critically dependent upon the river and the Kenai Flats... "
(USFVVS 2001)
7a1. Assess effects on acclimating and outmigrating salmon smolt. "...please
provide... a specific analysis of how changes in water depth, velocity, and predation
patterns will affect acclimating and outmigrating salmon smolt." ~ADF&G 2001)
7a2. Assess effects on marine mammals. "...please provide... A specific analysis of
marine wildlife (including but not limited to species of concern such as beluga whales,
harbor seals, and Stellar sealions) use of the area, including where and what they feed on,
and how the project will impact their food resources and use of the area." (ADF&G 2001)
7b. Assess effects on unnamed stream at confluence with Kenai River
"...potential impacts to the unnamed anadromous fish stream (No Name Creek,
Anadromous Stream No. 244-30-10010-2001) which include the potential for this project
to alter access availability for fish at the confluence of this stream and the Kenai River..."
(ADF&G 2000)
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 5 November 14, 2001
7c. Assess effects on food supply for juveniles and estuarine ~sh
"Placing riprap...could lead to a reduction in food supply and consequently a reduction in
the number of juveniles and estuarine fish that could be supported in the area." (USFV~S
2001)
7d. Assess effects on fish predation
"...placing riprap in the river channel could increase predation on juvenile fish as they
may be forced to reside in or migrate through deeper water than normal, waters more
suitable to supporting predators." (USFWS 2001)
8. ASSESS EFFECTS ON RECREATI4NAL AND COMMERCIAL USE
"Also, the construction of a large rock faced jetty on both sides of the mouth of No-Name Creek
could reduce shoreline fisherman access to the existing dip•net fishery during certain tide levels
or in total." (ADF&G 2000)
"Given the importance of the Kenai River fisheries, it is essentiai that we have a clearer
understanding of the potential positive and negative effects..." (ADF&G 2001)
"...the tourist and commercial fishing industries are multi-million dollar businesses that are
extremely important to the local economy. In addition, personal use fisherpersons and
subsistence users are dependent on this resource." (Tarbox 2001)
9. CONSIDER MITIGATION
"...no mitigation for potential negative effects to fish and wildlife habitat and wetland
hydrological functions have been proposed." (USFWS Z001)
"We...feel that the proposed mitigation is inadequate for a project of this size." (~~1MFS 2001)
10. PREPARE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT
"In order to address the secondary and cumulative effects that this proposed project may
produce, an environmental impact or assessment document will need to be prepared for the
project." (ADF&G 2000)
"We believe that an Environmental Impact Statement is warranted for this project." (USEPA
2001 a)
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 6 November 14, 2001
11. ADDRESS ST~RM WATER C~NCERNS
11 a. Identify any wood preservatives to be used
"Trade name(s) and Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the wood preservative(s) being
used on this project." (ADEC 2001 }
11 b. Direct storm water discharges to bioswale
"A determination whether the storm water collected from the top of the bluff will
discharge to the bioswale located between the multiple use trail and the bluff or directl
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to the Kenai River... The NPS program is requesting the surface of the coastal trail
including paved and non-paved areas be designed to direct surface runoff towards the
bioswale and away from the Kenai River." (ADEC 2001)
llc. Provide information on construction methods for fill placement in tidelands
"Information on how the contractor will prevent fill material being placed during the
construction phase below mean high water from eroding during high tides or high water
events?" (ADEC 2001)
12. CONSULT EXPERTS IN SELECTION OF PLANT SPECIES FOR SLOPE
STABILIZATION
"...the species of plants to be used for slope stability must be carefully considered based upon the
type of soils, the erosion forces at work and the availability of the seed or plug plant materials
source. VVe recommend the City of Kenai coordinate this concept with staff at the Plant
Materials Center in Palmer who have trained staff that can assist in evaluating the feasibility of
the use of these techniques and materials at this location." (ADF&G 2000)
13. REASSESS THREAT TO SENIOR CENTER
"The City of Kenai has not been honest in the evaluation process and this should be considered
in your evaluation of information. Statements have been made that the Senior Center is
threatened. The Center sits over 100 feet from the bluff. At present erosion rates the Center
would not be threatened until SO years from now." (Tarbox 2001)
14. ENGAGE FACILITATOR F4R CITY-AGENCY INTERACTI~N
"We suggest that the City re-engage the agencies and any other interested parties in a discussion
to resolve the concerris associated with this project. A facilitator skilled in collaborative problem
solving might be engaged to make most efficient use of such a dialogue... We encourage the City
to work with the resource agencies and the U.S. Geological Survey to develop and implement a
study plan." (USEPA 2001 a)
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 7 November 14, 2401
15. UTILIZE IMPARTIAL EXPERTS FOR ANALYSES
"I think the first step is to get impartial expertise that's really mutually a~reed upon... I don't
think it's appropriate for the City's contractor to go out and select someone." (P. North as
quoted by ADN 10121 /O l).
REFERENCES
ADEC, 2001. State of Alaska, Department of Environmental Conservation (Timothy Stevens,
Environmental Specialist). Subject: Corps Permit waterway # Kenai River 3Z7, State ID #
AK 0108-06AA. September 17, 2001
ADF&G, 2040. State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game (Gary S. Liepitz, Habitat
Biologist). Re: Kenai Coastal Trail and Erosion Control Project Design Concept Report
Review. Januar}r 31, 2000.
ADF&G, 2001. State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game (Glenda Landua, Habitat
Biologist). Re: Reguest for Additional Information, Kenai River 327, City of Kenai Coastal
Trail/Erosion Control Project. September 7, 2001.
ADN, 2001. Anchorage Daily News. Kenai erosion buffer hits snag. October 21, 2001.
KPB, 2001. Kenai Peninsula Borough (Daniel Bevington, Coastal District Coordinator). Re:
Kenai River 327, #AK 0108-06AA Request for Additional Information Deadline.
September 6, 2001
NMFS, 2001. U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service (James W. Balsiger, Administrator). Re:
Kenai River 327. September 6, 2001
Tarbox, K., 2001. Letter to Senator Stevens and Representative Young. Subject: Kenai River
coastal project. September 27, 2001.
Smith, 0., Lee, ~. and Merkel, H., 2001. Erosion at the Mouth of the Kenai River, Alaska:
Analysis of Sediment Budget with regard to the proposed Kenai Coastal Trail ~ Erosion
Control Project. University of Alaska Anchorage, School of Engineering. April 5, 2001.
USEPA, 2001 a. United States Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 (Marcia Combes,
Director). Re: Public Notice 2-2001-0868, Kenai River 327. September 10, 2001.
USEPA, 2001b. United States Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 (Charles E.
Findley, Acting Regional Administrator). Re: Public Notice l-Z001-0866, Kenai River 327.
September 24, 2001.
USFWS, 2001. United States Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (Ann G.
Rappoport, Field Supervisor). Re: Kenai River 327, 2-2001-0868. September 10, Z001.
Peratrovich, Nottingham & Drage, Inc 8 November 14, 2001
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This letter presents PN&D's proposed appraach for proceeding with perniittin~ for the Kenai
~'oastal Trail proje~t. The permitting proces~ ~~ pr~sently stoppec~, with a~encies awaitin;~
additional information to address numer~us can~err~s and comm.ent~. For refe~ ence, we ar~
attaching a consolidated li~t of the agency ~errnit~~n~ c;oncerns.
1. Discuss Concerns with Agencies
To obtain necessary permits for the pr~~ject, we must satisfy the agency retiiewers h}~ wc~rkin~
with them to address their concerns. A.s a first step, we should discuss the list of ~oncern:; wi~n
the agency reviewers to make sure that •~re und~r5tand the concerns, and go o~~er ways to address
the concerns. These discussions should result in a narrowing or focusing of the concerns
expressed by the agencies. For eYa~nple, ma~ly uf the agency concerns regard the Kenai kiver
Flats, on the other side of the river. If it is shown that this area will not be physically effected hy
the project, is it necessary to conduct bi~logical studies there? A joii~t meeting organized and led
by the DGC as soon as possible will formalize this step.
2. Prepare Formal Response Letters
After discussing the concerns with the agency reviewers and documenting the DGC meeting
outcome, we would prepare formal response letters answering the various agencies' concerns.
We do not expect these response letters to fully satisfy the agencies. The responses should,
however, eliminate some of the concerns and will present our arguments regarding other
concerns.
In these responses, we should be able to directly address concerns regarding the cause of the bluff
erosion ~Item 1 on attached list), concerns regarding water-quality protection of stormwater
runoff (Item 11), suggestions regarding selection of plant species for slope stabilization
~Item 12), and questions regarding the threat to the Senior Center (Item 13).
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November 15, 2001
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With res ect to other concerns, we would argue that the proposed project is located very high on
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the tidelands, where it contacts the river only dunng high tide, and that this minimizes many of
the otential im acts that agencies are concerned about. We do not believe that the reviewers'
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the concerns regarding sediment transport, which was the subject of a UAA study.
3. Determine Studies Required
After the a encies have reviewed the response letters, we expect that they will have a reduced list
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of concerns that will require additional studies or work to address. In addition, we hope that the
sco e of these remaining concerns will be reduced. We expect that Items 2-9 may require studies
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to:
• Define and assess alternatives to the proposed project (Item 2)
• Collect data regarding fish and wildlife use of the project site (Item 3)
• Perform additional sediment transport analysis (Item 4)
• Perform a river hydraulic analysis (Item 5)
• Perform an economic analysis of proposed project and alternatives (Items 2 and 6)
• Assess proj ect effects on habitat and biota (Item 7}
• Assess project effects on recreational and commercial use (Item 8)
• Identify potentia~ mitigation measures (Item 9)
4. Select Experts to Perform Studies
In ut from several s ecialties, . including biology, oceanography, i iver engineering and
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economics will be required to develop cost estimates and work plans for the above studies. It is
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reviewing agencies (Item 15).
5. Prepare Study Plans and Cost Estimate
The next ste would be to prepare plans to complete the required studies, and obtain concurrence
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need to be fairl detailed regarding proposed areas of study, methods, etc. Even with agency
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6. Fund Additional Studies
Detailed cost estimates for performing required studies will be used to allocate funding.
Additional fundin would also be required to prepare an environmental document based on study
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results regarding impacts of the project.
7. Provide Information to Agencies & Compiete Permitting
When the re uired studies are completed, they will be submitted to the permitting agencies to
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Keith Kornelis
November 15, 2001
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To date, we have attempted to accomplish permitting for the Kenai Coastal Trail project with a
relatively low-cost approach involving minimal studies, direct contact with the agencies, and
sound project design. Continuation of the permitting process will require additional expenditures
by the City. PN&D proposes to continue work on Steps 1-4 as outlined above on a time and
materials basis, not to exceed $20,000. Funding for Steps 5-7 cannot be estimated at this time.
If the costs for permitting of the proposed or similar project become too high, or the process too
drawn out, the City has another option that could minimize permitting requirements. This option
would keep the trail completely above the high tide line using a sheetpile wall along the entire
length of the trail. This option has signnificantly higher construction costs than the armor stone
option proposed on the permit application.
Please call Jim Campbell or me if you have any auestions.
Sincerely,
TR4VICH, NO G & DRAGE, INC.
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Dennis Nottingham, P.E.
President
Attachment
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KENAI COASTAL TRAIL & EROSION C~NTR~L PROJECT
CONSOLIDATED LIST OF AGENCY CONCERNS AND COMMENTS
1. ESTABLISH CAUSE OF BLUFF EROSI~N
"There is some question as to the cause of erosion in the lowest mile of the River... A 1982
report commissioned by the City states that `the major cause of erosion of the slope arises from
the large volume of water draining through the upper 35 feet of material `... It would also
appear...that the thalweg of the River is moving to the north... suggesting that the River is
meandering north, eroding that bank... The cause of slope failure along the bluff may be a
combination of these influences..." (USEPA 2001 a)
2. C~NSIDER ALTERNATIVES
"Please provide an evaluation of a~ternatives including an analysis of costs/benefits and impacts
to fish and wildlife resources." (ADF&G Z~O l)
2a. Purchase bluff properties, remove structures, and curtail further development
"Evaluation of alternatives should include, but are not limited to consideration of: 1)
purchasing properties or bluff easements and removing existing structures and curtailing
further development to reduce need for stabilization..." (ADF&G Z001)
"Alternatively it may be less expensive for the City to simply purchase threatened
property, moving people out of harms way and avoiding tideland fill. We suggest that
the applicant consider these alternatives" (USEPA 20Q 1 a)
2b. Place traii along top of biuff
"...and 2) placing the trail along the top of the bluff to minimize the size and intrusion
into the river of the erosion control structure at the toe of the slope." (ADF&G 2001)
"Placement of the trail at the top of the bluff on lands purchased for construction of this
project would eliminate up to S acres of tideland fill." (USEPA 2001 a)
"The City of Kenai with federal funds could purchase the property along the bluff and
form a greenbelt/coastal trail along the top of the bluff." (Tarbox 2001)
Zc. Implement land use controls to limit bluff development
"As lands further back from the bluff become available the City could look at zoning and
construction regulation (for example, lot set backs} that would allow the City to function
for SO to 100 years without threat of bluff erosion to structures." (Tarbox 2001)
2d. Use bioengineering
"...explore alternatives to providing a trail and stabilizing the failing banks, such as to
incorporate bioengineering techniques." (~JMFS 2001)
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3. CONDUCT ECUSYSTEM ANALYSIS / BASELINE SURVEYS
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"...please provide... a complete ecosystem analysis of the structure and function of the estuary
including an inventory of fish and wildlife species use by season (including winter), age class,
depth and tide cycle." (ADF&G)
"a baseline survey of current bird and fish use of the...site of the proposed project...to better
understand the extent of habitat loss which would occur..." (USEPA 2001 a)
"...we request... quantitative analysis of fish surveys..." (KPB)
4. CONDUCT ADDITIONAL SEDIMENT TRANSPORT ANALYSIS
4a. Assess effects on Kenai Dunes and sand 6ars
"...potential for changes in the existing sand dunes that provide erosion protection for the
wetlands through which this stream meanders." (ADF&G 2000)
"Sediment Dynamics Related to Dune Nourishment... concern that the dunes on the
north side of the river will be starved of sand... Loss of these dunes will expose the bluff
behind them to direct wave action at high tide" (USEPA 2001 a)
"...the sediment transport patterns at the mouth of the river will be altered significantly.
This may impact downstream sand dune and sand bar areas..." (Tarbox 2001)
4b. Address specific criticisms of UAA sediment budget analysis
"...the following information should be provided and reviewed by the Corps of Engineers
and the resource agencies: sediment transport study concerns, mentioned above,
answered including completion of additional work to reduce uncertainty and verify
conclusions..." (USEPA 2001 a)
4b l. "Uncertainty associated with the model used to estimate wave induced and
longshore transport should be explicitly discussed."
4b2. "The analysis also fails to consider the effect of the Kenai River's current through
the mouth carrying northward moving sand into deeper water where it would be
unavailable to wave induced transport."
4b3. "...the estimate of <bedload transport> sediment movement~ needs to be more
accurately predicted to be useful."
4b4. "In the City's analysis suspended sediment is included... We do not think suspended
sediment is relevant to the questions being asked here, since it moves much farther before
settling out and does not provide material to the Dunes."
4b5. "...the report assumes that additional sediment is transported from `shoals and
banks downstream of Soldotna' but makes no attempt to quantify this contribution."
4b6. "<The analysis> also fails to take into account tidal influence in spite of stating that
it `will generally attenuate the eroding influence of the hydrological flow in river
channels. "'
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4c. Conduct site-specific sediment transport sampiing and analysis
",..we re uest... site specific quantitative sediment transport sampling and analysis..."
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5. CONDUCT RIVER HYDRAULIC ANALYSIS
5a. Conduct scour analysis
"~'The thalwe > elevation must be thoroughly analyzed and documented to avoid the
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feet for this ro' ect, is also questionable and warrants more detailed analysis to establish
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a scour de th at which this pro~ect should be designed to protect against. (ADF&G
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" ease rovide... Information on the design life of the project and potential impacts to
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the nver if the channel undercuts and destabilizes the toe of the rock fill." (ADF&G
2001 }
"We are also concerned about how the channel would react during flood stages, and we
fear that it ma be more erosive with the riprapped bank than under current conditions."
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(USFWS 2~01)
5b. Assess effect of hydraulic changes on sediment transport
"... otential to cause hydraulic changes in the Kenai River that could change the natural
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bed load trans ort conditions and deposition rates in the lower nver. (ADF&G )
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5c. Assess effect of hydrauiic changes on adjacent areas
"We are concerned that changes to the existing hydraulic conditions, no matter how large
or small ma result in the potential for alteration of the bank conditions above or below
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the mouth of the Kenai River. Such changes could necessitate further bank erosion
rotection and increased costs attributable to this project." (ADF&G 2000)
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"We uestion if this roject will alter the current erosion and deposition rates of long
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shore currents in Cook Inlet neax the mouth of the Kenai Rlver. (ADF&G 2000)
"We are concerned that the proposed design of the armored deflection dike located at the
u stream end of No-Name Creek may create a current gyre. This could result in
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increased erosive forces attacking the bank further up the beach dune area towards the
existin beach access road and dip-net fishing turn-around area." (ADF~iG 2000)
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"Additional uncertaint that needs to be addressed includes the effect of hardening the
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outside bend of the river on the inside bend and on areas upstream and downstream of the
ro' ect site... documentation should be provided..." (USEPA 2001 a)
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"...may result in the unintended consequence of shifting the erosion problem to another
portion of the bluff, and endangering structures there that are not currently in harms'
way." (USEPA 2001 a)
"a hydrologic analysis of the impacts of the structure with particular emphasis on
assessing the potential for induced erosion upstream and downstream of the structure, and
channel changes adj acent to it." (USEPA 2001 a)
5d. Assess effects on sewage treatment plant and outfall coaditions
"These changes could affect the existing sewage treatment plant site and sewer outfall
conditions" (ADF&G 2000)
5e. Assess effects on Kenai River Flats
"...please provide... an analysis of how the project will change the hydrologic patterns in
and upstream of the project area, including impacts to the wetlands on the south shore..."
(ADF&G 2001)
"Changes in flow patterns caused by the proposed project could degrade <the Kenai
River Flats> wetlands." (USEPA 2001 a)
"Hardening the bank may deflect the energy and direction of the river current
downstream and toward the opposite bank. Should this occur, it would likely result in the
erosion and loss of a number of acres of tidal marsh..." {USFWS 2001)
5f. Evaluate long-term changes to river chaanel
"...please provide... an analysis of how the project will change the hydrologic patterns in
and upstream of the project area, including... anticipated successional changes to the river
channel that will occur through time (25, 50,100,150 years, etc)." (ADF&G 2001)
5g. Analyze project function during flood event at high tide
"Please provide an analysis of project function during a 100-year flood event coupled
with a maximum high tide." (A.DF&G 2001)
5b. Calculate post-project near shore velocities
"...we request calculations of projected post-project near shore velocities..." (KPB 2001)
b. C4NDUCT ECONOMIC EVALUATION
"Please provide an evaluation of alternatives including an analysis of costs/benefits..." (ADF&G
2001)
"...this project does not appear to be economically sound." (Tarbox 2001)
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7. ASSESS EFFECTS ON HABITAT AND BIOTA
"Additional analysis of the biological resources using the project area is also needed to ensure
the biolo ical roductivity of the estuarine habitat is not adversely affected by the proposed
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project through physical and chemical alteration of the existing habitat." (ADF&G 2000)
7a. Assess effects on physical and chemical productivity of river mouth
"...potential for this project to cause adverse effects to fisheries resources which utilize
the mouth and lower reaches (tidally influenced areas) of the Kenai River." (ADF&G
2000)
"...please provide... an evaluation of how the physical and chemical productivity of the
river mouth (nuinber and type of organisms, use and value of the area) will change
through time as the natural erosive process that is slowly causing the river mouth to
become wider, shallower and more productive is altered." (ADF&G 2001)
"Our concerns regarding this project involve the likely effects on fish and wildlife
habitat, and changes to hydrologic and sediment movement patterns that will adversely
affect the functioning of the Kenai River estuarine ecosystem... Erosion, transport and
deposition of sediment in the river and the mouth renew terrestrial and aquatic habitat in
the proj ect area. The variety o f shallow and deep areas, wetlands and the seaside dune
system provide the physical habitat that supports this complex ecosystem... The proposed
proj ect should be analyzed for effects on the estuary and its biota." (USEPA 2001 a}
"...the following information should be provided... analysis of the impact of physical
changes to biota of this system." (USEPA 2001 a)
"We are concerned that armoring 1.2 miles of the lower Kenai River would substantially
alter the structure and function of this estuarine habitat area and may impact populations
of fish and wildlife that are critically dependent upon the river and the Kenai Flats... "
(USFWS 2001)
7a1. Assess effects on acclimating and outmigrating salmon smolt. "...please
rovide... a specific analysis of how changes in water depth, velocity, and predation
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patterns will affect acclimating and outmigrating salmon smolt. (ADF&G 2001)
7a2. Assess effects on marine mammals. "...please provide... A specific analysis of
marine wildlife (including but not limited to species of concern such as beluga whales,
harbor seals, and Stellar sealions) use of the area, including where and what they feed on,
and how the project will impact their food resources and use of the area." (ADF&G 2001)
7b. Assess effects on unnamed stream at conftuence with Kenai River
"... otential im acts to the unnamed anadromous fish stream (No Name Creek,
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Anadromous Stream No. 244-30-10010-2001} which include the potential for this project
to alter access availability for fish at the confluence of this stream and the Kenai River.,."
(ADF&G 2000)
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7c. Assess effects on food supply for juveniles and estuarine fish
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the number of juveniles and estuarine fish that could be supported in the area." (USFWS
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7d. Assess effects on fish predation
"...placing riprap in the river channel could increase predation on juvenile fish as they
may be forced to reside in or migrate through deeper water than normal, waters more
suitable to supporting predators." (USFWS 2001)
8. ASSESS EFFECTS ON RECREATIONAL AND COMMERCIAL USE
"Also, the construction of a large rock faced jetty on both sides of the mouth of No-Name Creek
could reduce shoreline fisherman access to the existing dip•net fishery during certain tide levels
or in total." (ADF&G 2000)
"Given the importance of the Kenai River fisheries, it is essential that we have a clearer
understanding of the potential positive and negative effects..." (ADFB~G 2001)
"...the tourist and commercial fishing industries are multi-million dollar businesses that are
extremely important to the local economy. In addition, personal use fisherpersons and
subsistence users are dependent on this resource." (Tarbox 2001)
9. C~NSIDER MITIGATION
"...no mitigation for potential negative effects to fish and wildlife habitat and wetland
hydrological functions have been proposed." (USF~VS Z001)
"We...feel that the proposed mitigation is inadequate for a project of this size." (~`1MFS 2001)
10. PREPARE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT
"In order to address the secondary and cumulative effects that this proposed project may
produce, an environmental impact or assessment document will need to be prepared for the
proj ect." (ADF&G 2000)
"We believe that an Environmental Impact Statement is warranted for this project." (USEPA
2001 a)
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11. ADDRESS STORM WATER CONCERNS
lla. Identify any wood preservatives to be used
"Trade name(s) and Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the wood preservative(s) being
used on this project." (ADEC 2001)
llb. Direct storm water discharges to bioswale
"A determination whether the storm water collected from the top of the bluff will
discharge to the bioswale located between the multiple use trail and the bluff or directly
to the Kenai River... The NPS program is requesting the surface of the coastal trail
including paved and non-paved areas be designed to direct surface runoff towards the
bioswale and away from the Kenai River." (ADEC 2001 }
llc. Provide information on construction methods for fill placement in tidelands
"Information on how the contractor will prevent fill matenal being placed during the
construction phase below mean high water from eroding during high tides or high water
events?" (ADEC 2001)
12. CONSULT EXPERTS IN SELECTION OF PLANT SPECIES FOR SLOPE
STABILIZATION
"...the species of plants to be used for slope stability must be carefully considered based upon the
type of soils, the erosion forces at work and the availability of the seed or plug plant materials
source. We recommend the City of Kenai coordinate this concept with staff at the Plant
Materials Center in Palmer who have trained staff that can assist in evaluating the feasibility of
the use of these techniques and materials at this location." (ADF&G 2000)
13. REASSESS THREAT TO SENIOR CENTER
"The City of Kenai has not been honest in the evaluation process and this should be considered
in your evaluation of information. Statements have been made that the Senior Center is
threatened. The Center sits over 100 feet from the bluff. At present erosion rates the Center
would not be threatened until 50 years from now." (Tarbox 2001)
14. ENGAGE FACILITATOR FOR CITY-AGENCY INTERACTION
"We suggest that the City re-engage the agencies and any other interested parties in a discussion
to resolve the concerns associated with this proj ect. A facilitator skilled in collaborative problem
solvin might be engaged to make most efficient use of such a dialogue... We encourage the City
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study plan." (USEPA 2001 a)
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15. UTILIZE IMPARTIAL EXPERTS FOR ANALYSES
"I think the first step is to get impartial expertise that's really mutually agreed upon... I don't
thlllk lt's appropriate for the City's contractor to go out and select someone." (P. North as
quoted by ADN 10/21101).
REFERENCES
ADEC, ?001. State of Alaska, Department of Environmental Conservation (Timothy Stevens,
Environmental Specialist). Subject: Corps Permit waterway # Kenai River 3Z7, State ID #
AK 0108-06AA. September 17, 2001
ADF&G, Z000. State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game (Gary S. Liepitz, Habitat
Biologist). Re: Kenai Coastal Trai! and Erosion Control Project Design Concept Report
Review. January 31, 2000.
ADF&G, 2001. State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game (Glenda Landua, Habitat
Biologist). Re: Request for Additional Information, Kenai River 327, City of Kenai Coastal
Trail/Erosion Control Project. September 7, 2001.
ADN, Z001. Anchorage Daily News. Kenai erosion buffer hits snag. October 21, 2001.
KPB, 2001. Kenai Peninsula Borough (Daniel Bevington, Coastal District Coordinator). Re:
Kenai River 327, #AK 0108-06AA Request for Additional Information Deadline.
September 6, 2001
NMFS, 2001. U.S. Departmnent of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service (James W. Balsiger, Administrator). Re:
Kenai River 3Z7. September 6, 2001
Tarbox, K., Z001. Letter to Senator Stevens and Representative Young. Subject: Kenai River
coastal project. September 27, 2001. ~
Smith, 4., Lee, V~. and Merkel, H., 2001. Erosion at the Mouth of the Kenai River, Alaska:
Analysis of Sediment Budget with regard to the proposed Kenai Coastal Trail ~ Erosion
Control Project. University of Alaska Anchorage, School of Engineering. April S, 2001.
USEPA, 2001 a. United States Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 (Marcia Combes,
Director). Re: Public Notice Z-Z001-~868, Kenai River 327. September 10, 2001.
USEPA, 2001b. United States Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 (Charles E.
Findley, Acting Regional Administrator). Re: Public Notice 2-2001-0868, Kenai River 327.
September 24, 2001.
USFWS, 2001. United States Department of the Interior, Fish and VVildlife Service (Ann G.
Rappoport, Field Supervisor). Re: Kenai River 3Z7, 2-2001-0868. September 10, 2001.
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Alaska State Water Quality Regulations can be downloaded in pdf format:
http://www.state.ak.us/1ocaUakpageslENV.CONSERV/dawq/dec_dawq.htm
This data along with nutrients and metals and more will soon be available on KWF's
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htt~:ll www.kenaiwatershed.or~
I also have some good literature to loan
Robert Ruffner 260-5449
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation project manager is:
Tim Stevens - (907) 269-7515
The Kenai River Special Management Area Board has formed a water quality committee
Charles Quarre is the current chair 262-2115
The city of Anchorage is currently addressing water quality issues for Lake Hood in a
proactive manner. There may be something to be learned from their work?
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 21, 2001
?:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY C~UNCIL CHAMBERS
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ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. ' Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*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 whi~h 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.
ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC C~MMENTS (10 minutes)
1. Representatives from Kenai Boy Scout Troop 35? and Nikiski Boy
Scout Troop 669 -- Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge.
ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS ~
1. Ordinance No. 1940-2001-- Increasing Estimated Revenues 8~
Appropriations by ~45,500 in the General ~,ind for Ice Maintenance.
a. Remove from table.
b. Consideration of ordinance. ~
2. Resolution No. 2001-81-- Awarding the Bid to Dr. Ice for Ice
Maintenance and Refrigeration Technician Services - 2001 for the Total
Arnount of ~ 15,357.75 Per Month.
a. Remove from table
b. Consideration of resolution.
3. Ordinance No.1942-2001-- Amending KMC 14.20.280(c) to Remove the
Requirement that Notification of Public Hearings be Sent Via Certified
Mail. ~
~ ~ 4. Ordinance No. 1943-2001-- Amending KMC 14.05.020 to Increase the
Fee for Applications for Variances, Encroachments, Conditional Use
Permits, and Amendments to the Kena.i Zoning Code or the Official Map
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from ~ 100 to ~2Q0. Various Other Sections of Title 14 are Also Amended
to Reflect This Change.
. Ordinance No. 1944-2001 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by ~20,000 in the General ~.ind and Kenai Coastal Trail
Capital Project ~.ind for Additional Environmental and Permitting Work.
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. Resolution No. 2001-86 - Donating Certain City-Owned Land Identifed
as Tract A, Baron Park Kenai Youth Addition, Located at the Marathon
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~l ~ Road and HEA Access Road Intersection in Kenai, to the State of Alaska
for the Location of a Youth Detention Facility.
7. Resolution No. 2001-8? - Supporting the "Alaska's Children, Alaska's
10. Resolution No. 2001-90 - Transferring ~20,000 in the General F`und for
~ Abatement of Dangerous Buildings.
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F~.iture" Statewide Campaign to Achieve Proper ~,inding for Alaska's
Schools and Adequate Funding for Every Alaskan Student.
8. Resolution No. 2001-88 - Adopting a Street Name Change from 81 st
Avenue SE to North Strawberry Road.
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9. Resolutlo~ No. 2001-89 - Supporting Highway Improvements to the
Sterling Highway (MP42-60) to Reduce Safety Hazards that Create Undue
R.isk of Injury and Road Closures on a Vital Link for the Western Part of
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f~ the Kena~ Penlnsula.
1. *Liquor License Renewal - Kenai Golf Course Caf~--Restaurant/ Eating
Place - Seasonal ~
. *Liquor License Renewal - Eagles #3525/Club
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ITEM D: COMMISSION/ COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Library Commission
5. Parks 8~ Recreation Commission
6. Planning & Zoning Commission
?. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
a. Beautification Committee
b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board
c. Alaska Municipal League Report
ITEM E: MINUfiES
1. *Work Session of October 25, 2001.
2. *Regular Meeting of November 7, 2001.
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CORRESPONDENCE
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion - Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Restoration Project
Approval - Aircraft Tie-Dovcm Fees .
NEW BUSINESS
Bills to be Pa.id, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding ~2,500 ~
Discussion -- Request for FAA ~.inding -- Hotel/Convention Center
Funding in Conjunction with Economic Development for the City.
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
Mayor
City Manager
Attorney
City Clerk
Finance Director
Public Works Managers
Airport Manager
DISCUSSION
Citizens (five minutes)
Council
E~xECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled
ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 5, 2001
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KENAI CITY CDUNCIL CHAMBERS
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ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
l. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk (*j 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. ~
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ITEM D:
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes)
Robert Ruffner -- Kena.i River Water Quality Results
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolution No. 2001-91-- Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a
Restaurant Concession Agreement for the Kenai Municipal Airport.
*2002 Liquor License Renewal -- Kenai Countxy Liquor/Package Store
COMMISSI~N/COMMITTEE REP~RTS
l. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Library Commission
5. Parks & Recreation Commission
6. Planning 8~ Zoning Commission
7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
a. Beautification Committee
b. Kenai Convention 8~ Visitors Bureau Board
c. Alaska Municipal League Report
ITEM E: MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of November 21, 2001.
ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS ~
ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS
1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratif'ied
2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
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, , 3. Discussion Schedule Joint Work Sesslon unth Airport Commisslon to
~'`~ ~,trther Discuss Ai ort 0 erations and Taxation.
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~`~,~~~ 4. Discussion -- Update of City Logo
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• 5. Discussion -- Proposed Discounted Pay-Off of Deed of Trust Notes in
McLane Bankruptcy Cases.
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chedule City Clerk, City Attorney and Clty Manager
~~a ~' ~'''~" Evaluations.
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ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
Mayor
City Manager
Attorney
City Clerk
Finance Director
Public Works Managers
Airport Manager
DISCUSSION
Citizens (five minutes)
Council
~XECUTIVE SESSION -- Possible executive session to discuss proposed discounted
pay-off of Deed of Trust notes in McLane bankruptcy cases.
I~EM K: ADJOURNMENT