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Home My WebLink About2025-02-19 Council PacketKenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 1 of 3 February 19, 2025 Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting February 19, 2025 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) 1. Project Homeless Connect 2025, Executive Director of Love INC Leslie Rohr. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated) E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 3449-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund – Police Department and Accepting Grants from the United States Department of Justice and Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association for the Purchase of Ballistic Vests. (Administration) 2. Ordinance No. 3450-2025 - Amending Sections of Kenai Municipal Code Title 23 - Personnel Regulations, Sections 23.05.070 - Definitions, 23.25.080 - Promotion, 23.30.030 - Probationary Period for Employees in the Classified Service, and 23.55.020 - Compensation Structure by Grade for Employees in the Classified Service, to Ensure a Consistent Approach to Pay Adjustments for City Employees. (Administration) 3. Resolution No. 2025-15 - Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Lease of Airport Reserve Lands Between the City of Kenai and ENA, Limited Liability Corporation for Lots 5A and 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10, to be Described as Lot 5C, FBO Subdivision 2024 Addition Upon Approval of Final Plat. (Administration) F. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of February 5, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Page 1 Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 2 of 3 February 19, 2025 H. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration) 2. *Action/Approval - First Extension to the Agreement with Guardian Security Systems, Inc. for Security Guard Services at the Kenai Municipal Airport. (Administration) 3. *Action/Approval - Council Confirmation of Mayoral Nomination of Gina Kuntzman to the Council on Aging Commission. (Gabriel) 4. *Ordinance No. 3451-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Equipment, Furniture, and Programming. (Administration) 5. *Ordinance No. 3452-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Polar Bear and Brown Bear Taxidermy Donation from the Warren E Johnson Estate for Display in the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal. (Administration) 6. *Ordinance No. 3453-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 – Purchases and Sales, Sections 7.15.060 – Procurement of Professional Services and 7.15.070 – Innovative Procurements and Other Exceptions, to Allow Insurance Coverages to be Procured by Direct Negotiation and Authorize Other Procurement Exceptions Subject to City Council Approval by Resolution. (Knackstedt) 7. *Ordinance No. 3454-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 23.35.032 - Arbitration Panel to Amend the Member Terms from Indefinite Terms to Three-Year Terms. (City Clerk) 8. *Ordinance No. 3455-2025 - Authorizing the Purchase of a Used Ventrac Tractor and Attachments from KNC Golf, Inc., that Deviates from Procurement Procedures Authorized by Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 Purchases and Sales. (Administration) 9. Action/Approval - Authorizing the City Manager to Modify the Agreement with the Kenai Peninsula Borough for Accepting Landfill Leachate at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. (Administration) 10. Discussion/Action - Digester Blowers Standardization. (Administration) 11. Discussion - Grants to Other Agencies - Annual Reports. (Douthit) I. COMMISSION REPORTS 1. Council on Aging Commission 2. Airport Commission 3. Harbor Commission 4. Parks and Recreation Commission 5. Planning and Zoning Commission 6. Beautification Commission J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager 2. City Attorney 3. City Clerk Page 2 Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 3 of 3 February 19, 2025 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 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. Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/J1If0VUzTm63fb5URHsT4w Page 3 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3449-2025 AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GENERAL FUND – POLICE DEPARTMENT AND ACCEPTING GRANTS FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE JOINT INSURANCE ASSOCIATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF BALLISTIC VESTS. WHEREAS, the Kenai Police Department participates in a Ballistic Vest Partnership grant program through the Department of Justice, which covers 50% of the cost of ballistic vests purchased for officers; and, WHEREAS, the City’s current insurance company, Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance, also has a ballistic vest reimbursement program, which covers 50% of the cost of ballistic vests purchased for officers; and, WHEREAS, three ballistic vests were purchased this fiscal year for a total of $4,239 and the two programs together will cover 100% of the cost of those ballistic vests. 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 and expend United States Department of Justice and AMLJIA grant funds in the amount of $4,239 for the purchase of three ballistic vests. Section 2. That estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: General Fund: Increase Estimated Revenues - Federal Grants – Police $ 2,119.50 Miscellaneous Grants 2,119.50 $4,239.00 Increase Expenditures – Police – Small Tools $4,239.00 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. Page 4 Ordinance No. 3449-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 19TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: _________________ Introduced: February 5, 2025 Enacted: February 19, 2025 Effective: February 19, 2025 Page 5 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: David Ross, Police Chief DATE: January 22, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3449-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund – Police Department and Accepting Grants from the United States Department of Justice and Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association for the Purchase of Ballistic Vests. The Police Department participates in the United States Department of Justice’ Ballistic Vest Partnership, which provides grant funds for half the cost of officer ballistic vests. The City’s insurance carrier, AMLJIA, also has a grant program by which they cover half the cost of ballistic vests purchased for officers. So far this fiscal year the Police Department has purchased three ballistic vests for officers, at a total cost of $4,239 and anticipates that cost to be covered 100% by the two programs. I am respectfully requesting consideration of the ordinance accepting and appropriating the grant funds for the purpose they were intended. Page 6 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3450-2025 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS OF KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 23 - PERSONNEL REGULATIONS, SECTIONS 23.05.070 - DEFINITIONS, 23.25.080 - PROMOTION, 23.30.030 - PROBATIONARY PERIOD FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE CLASSIFIED SERVICE, AND 23.55.020 - COMPENSATION STRUCTURE BY GRADE FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE CLASSIFIED SERVICE, TO ENSURE A CONSISTENT APPROACH TO PAY ADJUSTMENTS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES. WHEREAS, Ordinance 3418-2024 adopted the annual budget, salary schedule, employee classification plan and authorized staffing table for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025; and, WHEREAS, Ordinance 3419-2024 amended sections of the personnel regulations related to the compensation structure by grade, creating two additional double-letter steps (DD-EE) in the Salary Schedule, increasing the value of the double-letter steps from 2.5% to 4.25% of base, and making amendments to the probationary period; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to KMC 23.15.010, the City Manager prepares and recommends revisions and amendments to the personnel regulations as deemed necessary; and, WHEREAS, clearly defining an employee’s anniversary date based on the date of hire will simplify administrative processes and ensure a consistent approach for determining an employee’s years of service, eligibility for annual leave, and pay increases; and, WHEREAS, to ensure uniform compensation for promotions regardless of an employee’s current position in the step progression, it is necessary to amend the promotion policy to specify an increase of not less than four percent (4%) rather than a minimum of one pay step; and, WHEREAS, to ensure a consistent approach to compensation and streamline administrative practices, the one-step pay increase employees currently receive at the end of a probationary period will be removed, and employees will instead receive their step increase on their anniversary date; and, WHEREAS, these amendments to the probationary period and promotion policies are necessary to provide clarity, fairness, and consistency in pay adjustments for City employees and are in the best interests of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Amendment of Section 23.05.070 of the Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 23.05.070 – Definitions, is hereby amended as follows: 23.05.070 Definitions. As used in this title, the following terms have the meanings set forth in this section: “Anniversary date” means the first of the month in which the employee was hired. Page 7 Ordinance No. 3450-2025 Page 2 of 4 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] “City Attorney” means an employee appointed by and directly responsible to the City Council who is the chief legal advisor to the Council and all other officers, departments, and agencies of the City government in matters relating to their official powers and duties. “City Clerk” means an officer and employee of the City appointed by and directly responsible to the City Council for an indefinite period of time who serves as clerical officer of the Council. “City Manager” means an officer and employee of the City directly responsible to the City Council who is authorized and directed to exercise the powers and fulfill the duties as specified in the Charter and Municipal Code of the City of Kenai. “Classified service” means all paid employees not in the unclassified or department head service. “Department” means the smallest functional budgetary unit of the City government established by the City Council. “Department Head Service” The department head service includes employees who are directly responsible to the City Manager for the administration of one (1) or more departments and who have been hired or completed a probationary period after June 1, 2018. Employees responsible to the City Manager for the administration of one (1) or more departments who have been hired and completed a probationary period before June 1, 2018, may enter the department head service by written request to the City Manager. “Full-Time” Employees regularly scheduled to work forty (40) hours per week (except certain Fire Department employees who work an average of fifty-six (56) hours per week) are considered “full time.” “Grievance” means an employee’s oral or written expression of dissatisfaction with some aspect of employment, a management decision affecting the employee, or an alleged violation of the employee’s rights for the purpose of attempting to gain an adjustment of said cause of dissatisfaction. “Part-time” means employees regularly scheduled to work less than forty (40) hours per week. “Probationary Period” An employee appointed to a position in the classified service must serve a probationary period, which is normally twelve (12) months. This period can be extended up to, but no longer than, eighteen (18) months. “Program or project employee” means an employee who is hired for a temporary period that may exceed six (6) months and with a prior written agreement that employment in that position will continue for at most the duration of a specified program or project that is not a regular and continuing function of a department or the City and that has an established probable date of termination. “Promotion” means an advancement of an employee from one (1) job classification to a higher job classification within the same department. “Public safety employee” means a person employed in the Police, Fire, or Communications Department. “Regular” means employees who have completed the probationary period. They may be assigned to work a full-time or part-time schedule. “Seasonal” means employees who perform seasonal work for a preestablished period of not more than six (6) months during a twelve (12) month period. Seasonal employees may be assigned a full- time or part-time schedule and are eligible for public employee retirement benefits but are ineligible for other benefits, including holiday pay. Seasonal employees who have completed the probationary period may return to the seasonal position each season subject to performance evaluations, general Page 8 Ordinance No. 3450-2025 Page 3 of 4 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] conduct and discipline, personnel rules and policies of the City, layoff, reorganization and other business needs of the City. “Supervisor” means an employee who is responsible to a higher divisional or department level of authority and who directs the work of others. “Temporary employee” means an employee who is hired for a preestablished period, usually during peak workloads or for vacation relief and for not more than six (6) months. The employee may be assigned to work a full-time or part-time schedule and is ineligible for benefits, including holiday pay. “Transfer” means the movement of an employee from one (1) department to another department, regardless of job classification. “Unclassified Service” The unclassified service includes all elected officials, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, seasonal, temporary employees, and temporary program or project employees. Members of boards, committees, commissions, volunteers, contractors, and consultants are not employees. Section 2. Amendment of Section 23.25.080 of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 23.25.080 – Promotion, is hereby amended as follows: 23.25.080 Promotion When an employee in the classified service is promoted from one class to another having a higher pay range, [HE OR SHE SHALL RECEIVE AN INCREASE OF NOT LESS THAN ONE (1) PAY STEP FROM HIS OR HER FORMER POSITION.] the employee will receive an increase of not less than four percent (4%) of their former position and will be placed at the appropriate step in the new pay range. Section 3. Amendment of Section 23.30.030 of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 23.30.030 – Probationary period for employees in the classified service, is hereby amended as follows: 23.30.030 Probationary Period for Employees in the Classified Service. (a) All original appointments for employees in the classified service including those that result from transfers shall be tentative and subject to a probationary period of not less than twelve (12) months. Promotional appointment probationary period shall, for all employees in the classified service, be not less than twelve (12) months. (b) In cases where the responsibilities of a position in the classified service are such that a longer period is necessary to demonstrate an employee’s qualifications, the probationary period may be extended; however, no probationary period shall be extended beyond eighteen (18) months. The employee shall be notified in writing of any extension and the reasons therefor. (c) Upon completion of the probationary period, employees in the classified service shall be considered as having satisfactorily demonstrated qualifications for the position, shall gain regular status, [ONE (1) STEP IN PAY RAISE,] and shall be so informed through his or her supervisor. [THE EMPLOYEE’S ANNIVERSARY DATE SHALL BE THE FIRST OF THE MONTH IN WHICH THE EMPLOYEE’S ORIGINAL PROBATION ENDS. EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE GAINED REGULAR STATUS AT THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE ORDINANCE CODIFIED IN THIS SECTION SHALL HAVE THEIR ANNIVERSARY DATES CHANGED TO THE FIRST OF THE MONTH IN WHICH THE EMPLOYEE’S PRESENT ANNIVERSARY DATE FALLS.] (d) During the probationary period, a new employee hired in the classified service may be terminated at any time without advance notice, without cause, and without appeal. Page 9 Ordinance No. 3450-2025 Page 4 of 4 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] (e) In the case of promotional appointments, the promoted employee may be demoted at any time during the probationary period without appeal; provided, that the probationary employee be reinstated in the class designation from which he or she was promoted, even though this necessitates the layoff of the employee occupying the position. Section 4. Amendment of Section 23.55.020 of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 23.55.020 - Compensation structure by grade for employees in the classified service, is hereby amended as follows: 23.55.020 Compensation Structure by Grade for Employees in the Classified Service. (a) Compensation structure by grade for employees in the classified service is hereby established in accordance with the most recent salary schedule effective upon enactment by City Council of the ordinance adopting a budget for the following fiscal year or by resolution. (b) [ON COMPLETION OF THE PROBATIONARY PERIOD, EACH EMPLOYEE] Employees in the classified service shall be [ADVANCED ONE (1) STEP] eligible for a step increase on their first anniversary date. At succeeding anniversary dates, subject to an evaluation of “Meets Expectations” or better, the employee may be advanced a step increment subject to City Manager approval effective on the first day of the payroll period following the date the increase occurs. The time period normally between Steps B to C to D to E to F is one (1) year. The time normally between Steps F to AA to BB to CC to DD to EE is two (2) years. Section 5. 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 6. 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 19TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Introduced: February 5, 2025 Enacted: February 19, 2025 Effective: March 21, 2025 Page 10 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Stephanie Randall, Human Resources Director DATE: January 23, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3450-2025 - Amending Sections of Kenai Municipal Code Title 23 - Personnel Regulations, Sections 23.05.070 - Definitions, 23.25.080 - Promotion, 23.30.030 - Probationary Period for Employees in the Classified Service, and 23.55.020 - Compensation Structure by Grade for Employees in the Classified Service, to Ensure a Consistent Approach to Pay Adjustments for City Employees. This memo is in support of the proposed ordinance amending sections of Kenai Municipal Code Title 23 – Personnel Regulations. This ordinance will streamline administrative processes and ensure a consistent and equitable approach to pay adjustments for City employees. The background for these proposed amendments is based on Ordinances 3418-2024 and 3419- 2024, which introduced changes to the pay schedule, including additional double-letter steps and a standard 12-month probationary period for all employees, up from six months for non-public safety employees. The updated pay schedule expanded from a 9-step to an 11-step model. Steps A-F remained annual steps increasing at 2.5% of base, while double-letter steps (AA-EE) remained biennial but increased from 2.5% to 4.25% of base. Due to the change in increases between steps, promotions for employees became disproportionate when employees later in their step progression promoted and received a greater increase in pay than those who promoted earlier in their step progression. The proposed amendments clarify how promotion and probation are handled to improve administrative efficiency and ensure fair and consistent practices for City employees who are promoted, regardless of where they are in their step progression. Below is a sectional analysis for the proposed code amendments included in the Ordinance. Section 1. This section amends KMC 23.05.070 to add a definition of “Anniversary Date,” as the first of the month in which the employee was hired, clearly defining an employee’s anniversary date as their date of hire to simplify calculations for years of service, annual leave eligibility, and pay increases. Page 11 Page 2 of 2 Section 2. This section amends KMC 23.25.080 to set a uniform amount of increase for employee pay following a promotion, ensuring uniformity across all step progressions. Section 3. This section amends KMC 23.30.030 (c) to eliminate the step increase granted upon completion of the probationary period, instead aligning pay increases with the employee anniversary date. Section 4. This section amends 23.55.020 (b) and will make employees eligible for their next step increase based on where they are in the steps (annually in single-letter steps or every other year in double letter steps). These amendments were developed in collaboration with Administration and the City Attorney to streamline administrative processes and support a consistent approach to pay adjustments. It is important to note that, if enacted, the amendments will not apply to employees currently serving a probationary period. The revised policies will only affect future hires and promotions. Thank you for your consideration. Page 12 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Sponsored by: Administration CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 2025-15 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LEASE OF AIRPORT RESERVE LANDS BETWEEN THE CITY OF KENAI AND ENA, LIMITED LIABILITY CORPORATION FOR LOTS 5A AND 5B, FBO SUBDIVISION NO. 10, TO BE DESCRIBED AS LOT 5C, FBO SUBDIVISION 2024 ADDITION UPON APPROVAL OF FINAL PLAT. WHEREAS, on September 13, 2024, ENA, LLC (“Everts”) submitted an application to lease City-owned properties within the Airport Reserve, described as Lots 5A and 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10; and, WHEREAS, Everts intends to use the premises for fixed base operations including an airplane hangar and fuel storage facility, with an estimated investment value of $3,000,000 that allows for the maximum lease term of 45 years in accordance with KMC 21.10.080 Length of Lease Term; and, WHEREAS, the development would be mutually beneficial and would conform with KMC Titles 14 and 21, Kenai Comprehensive Plan, Airport Land Use Plan, Airport Master Plan, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations applicable to the airport, airport improvement projects, airport sponsor grant assurances to the FAA, and airport regulations and operations; and, WHEREAS, a Preliminary Plat was approved by the City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission on December 11, 2024 and passed by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Plat Committee on January 13, 2025 to merge the subject properties into a single parcel to be described as Lot 5C, FBO Subdivision 2024 Addition upon approval of final plat; and, WHEREAS, the City did not receive any competing lease applications within 30 days of publishing noticing as required in KMC 21.10.060(c) Lease Application Review; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to KMC 21.10.040(b)(5) the applicant has provided evidence of financial resources to complete the proposed project; and, WHEREAS, at their regular meeting on February 12, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to the City Council; and, WHEREAS, at their regular meeting on February 13, 2025, the Airport Commission reviewed the lease application and recommended approval to City Council; and, WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to enter into a lease agreement with Everts for the development of the subject property to promote the growth and development of the Kenai Municipal Airport. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA: Section 1. That a Lease of Airport Reserve Lands is approved and the City Manager is authorized to execute a lease on the City’s Standard Lease Form between the City of Kenai and ENA, LLC for the properties described as 5A and 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10, as follows: Page 13 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Resolution No. 2025-15 Page 2 of 2 1. The construction of an aircraft hangar and fuel storage facility with an estimated value of improvements of $3,000,000 will be completed within three (3) years of lease execution, unless the City has approved a time extension. 2. Written documentation must be submitted to the City within 60 days of the completion of the permanent improvements. 3. The lease term will be 45 years. 4. The lessee must prevent unauthorized access to the airfield during and after site improvements. 5. Structures are prohibited to encroach into the 100-foot building restriction line on the leased parcel. 6. Lessee is responsible for all snow removal, and snow may not touch the perimeter security fence or be piled to a height that would allow access to the airport Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 19TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2025. Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Page 14 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director FROM: Brandon McElrea, Planning Technician DATE: January 29, 2025 SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-15 - Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Lease of Airport Reserve Lands Between the City of Kenai and ENA, Limited Liability Corporation for Lots 5A and 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10, to be Described as Lot 5C, FBO Subdivision 2024 Addition Upon Approval of Final Plat. ENA, LLC (Everts) submitted a land lease application of Airport Reserve Lands for the properties described as Lots 5A & 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10, located at 535 North Willow Street (KPB Parcel numbers 04318047 and 04318048). The applicant is requesting a term of 45 years and proposing an improvement amount of approximately $3,000,000 to erect a hangar and establish Fixed Base Operator (FBO) as well as install a fuel tank farm. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) 21.10.080(b) Length of Lease Term, the maximum term for the proposed investment value is 45 years. The 30-day notice of competitive land lease application expired November 24, 2024. The City received no competing lease applications for the subject properties. The applicant intends to use the premises to establish a Southcentral headquarters, including an aircraft hangar for maintenance, storage, crew quarters and office space, as well as a fuel tank farm to support airport business and FBO operations. Everts does not currently hold any leases with the City of Kenai. A Preliminary Plat was approved by the City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission on December 11, 2024 and passed by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Plat Committee on January 13, 2025 to merge the subject properties into a single approximately 4.5-acre parcel located within the Airport Light Industrial (ALI) Zone. The subject properties total approximately 4.49 acres and are located within the Airport Light Industrial (ALI) Zone. The intent of the ALI Zone is to protect the viability of the Kenai Municipal Airport as a significant resource to the community by encouraging compatible land uses and reducing hazards that may endanger the lives and property of the public and aviation users. The proposed headquarters and fuel storage are permitted uses in the ALI Zone as an Airport Compatible Use. Fuel storage and distribution will continue to promote the viability of the Kenai Municipal Airport. Furthermore, the proposed use is consistent with the 2016 Imagine Kenai 2030 Comprehensive Plan. It supports Goal 5 – Transportation, which has a vision for Kenai Municipal Airport as a gateway to the Kenai Peninsula. Page 15 The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended APPROVAL of the lease application during their February 12, 2025 meeting. The Airport Commission recommended APPROVAL of the lease during their February 13, 2025 meeting. Resolution No. 2025-15 would grant approval of the Kenai City Council for the City Manager to enter into a Lease of Airport Reserve Lands between the City of Kenai and ENA, LLC for Lots 5A & 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10. Thank you for your consideration. Attachments Aerial Map Application Preliminary Plat KPB Notice of Decision Page 2 of 2 Page 16 Page 17 Name of Applicant: City:State:Zip Code: City:State:Zip Code: Type of Applicant:Individual (at least 18 years of age)Partnership Corporation Government Limited Liability Company (LLC) Other_________________________________ Legal description of property (or, if subdivision is required, a brief description of property): Does the property require subdivision? (if Yes, answer next questionsYES NO 2.,IGHWHUPLQHGLWGRHVQRWDSSOLFDQWLV responsible for all VXEGLYLVLRQcosts YES NO ,QLWLDOVBBBBBBB ,QLWLDOVBBBBBBB ,WLVWKHUHVSRQVLELOLW\RIWKHDSSOLFDQWWRFRYHU recording costs associated with lease,QLWLDOVBBBBBBB Do you have or have you ever had a Lease with the City? (if Yes, answer next question)YES NO Request a Lease with an Option to Purchase once development requirements are met?YES NO Requested term for Initial Lease or Renewal (based on Term Table, not to exceed 45 years): Requested term for Lease Extension (based on Term Table, not to exceed a total of 45 Years): Extension Renewal City of Kenai Land Lease Application Mailing Address: Mailing Address: E-mail: (Optional) 1. Legal or brief description of property leased: New Lease Requested Starting Date: Property Information and Term Requested Applicant Information Home Phone: Phone Number(s): E-mail: (Optional) Subdivision costs are the responsibility of the applicant unless the City Council determines a subdivision serves other City purposes: Amendment Assignment 1. Do you believe the proposed subdivision would serve other City purposes? If an appraisal is required to determine the minimum price on the land, DSSOLFDQWLV responsible for the deposit to cover costs associated with appraisal ,IDVDOHLVDSSURYHGWKH cost of the appraisal will be either refunded or credited WRWKHDSSOLFDQW Application for: Work/ Message Phone: Work/ Message Phone: Application Date: Name to Appear on Lease: Phone Number(s):Home Phone: BBBBBBB BBBBBBB BBBBBBB 9/13/2024 ENE, LLC PO Box 61680 Fairbanks AK 99706 (907) 451-2305 (907) 460-4119 fuel@evertsair.com ENA, LLC PO Box 61680 Fairbanks AK 99706 (907) 451-2305 (907) 460-4119 Lots 5A, 5B FBO Subd No. 10 45 Years 45 Years October 1, 2024 X X K(;NAI X )( 13E1=- )( X Page 18 Do you plan to construct new or additional improvements? (if Yes, answer next five questions) YES NO 1. Will the improvement change or alter the use under an existing lease?YES NO 2. What is the proposed use of the improvement? 3. What is the estimated value of the improvement? 4. What is the nature and type of improvement? 5. What are the dates construction is estimated to commence and be completed? Estimated Start Date: Estimated Completion Date: Describe the proposed business or activity intended: How does the proposed lease support a thriving business, residential, recreational, or cultural community? Renewal of an Existing Lease (at least one year of term remaining): Requires new development. Lease Term based on: Estimated cost of new improvements and Purchase Price (optional) Renewal of an Expiring Lease (less than one year of term remaining): Does not require new development. Lease Term based on: Purchase Price Professional Estimate of Remaining Useful Life Fair Market Value appraisal and/or Estimated cost of new improvements (optional) Requested Term for Renewal Based on Term Table, not to exceed 45 Years: Signature:Date: Print Name:Title: For City Use Only: General Fund Airport Reserve Land Airport Fund Outside Airport Reserve Date Application Fee Received: Account Number: Date Application Determined Complete: 30-Day Notice Publication Date: City Council Action/Resolution: Proposed Use and Improvements (generally, construction must be completed within two years) Submitting an application for a lease does not give the applicant a right to lease or use the land requested in the application. The application shall expire twelve (12) months after the date the application has been made if the City and the applicant have not, by that time, entered into a lease, unless the City Council for good cause grants an extension for a period not to exceed six (6) months. The City has no obligation to amend, renew or extend a lease and may decline to do so upon making specific findings as to why a lease renewal, extension, or amendment is not in the best interest of the City Lease Assignment Only: What is the name of the individual or legal entity the lease is to be assigned? Proposed Use (check one):Aeronautical Non-Aeronautical Lease Renewal Only %ULDQ()D\ Hanger, FBO, Fuel Tank Farm $3,000,000 New Construction 5/1/2025 5/1/2027 FBO this will create new, long-term, permanent local jobs; new families relocating to the area; support airport business with FBO operations ENA, LLC 9/13/2024 General Manager Page 19 I I / I I I I / I / I I I ISBI0I 5:19 1/4 SJ2 3 1/4" AUJMINI/M CN' MONUMENT PER {RI) TRACT 8 KN 2021-58 I / I I LOT 4A KN 2021-44 I I / LOT 5C 4.499 ARES I / // / I I I I (589'59'!!8~ 2842.44') / PRELIMINARY PLAT ·-···-· -----·-+-·"-··-··•-· .. ---7 ~~~ R11W I . 11121 2 1/2" BRASS CN' MONUMENT PER {RI) I ./ / . I / / ,§'·: / ;/I I -';-: /I ~~.--/' f.-/ // .-· I // : I _I/ .-, // I . .-, // :/ / I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I TRACT C KN 2021-58 N + so· 25' o· 50• 1' a 50' I I I I I I I I I I I I I I NOTES 1) lHIS PLAT IS SUBJECT TO THE Cl1Y OF KENAI ZONING REGULATIONS. 2) N1Y l'ERSON IJ£VELOP1NO 1HIS PROPERTY IS RESPONSIBLE FDR OBrAINING ALL REQUIRED 1.0CAL. SfATE. NID FED£RAI. PERMIIS, INCL1JlllN(l NI Nlll'f CORPS OF ENGINEERS ~ DEIERMIIIATION IF APPUCla.E. 3) ~T0~1&i~-p~~r5~'f~k~'W1'~~00F ~K 12, 2021 NIU olRE BEING CARRIED RlRWARD FOR lHIS PIAT11NG ACllON. 4) ~ONCON~,1= i':5:~ACE~ ~~~ olRE 5) lHE ICENAI PENINSUIA BOROUGH WIU. NOT ENFORCE PRIVATE C0VE1W11S. E'ASEMENIS, OR DEED R£S'IRICll0NS PER kPil 20.80,110. 8) THIS SUBDMSION W.Y BE AffECTm BY lHE F'Ol.1.0WING E'ASEMENTS AND LEASES AS RECORDED IN lHE KENAI REXXlRDS, -GRNAT OF INGRESS AND EGRESS REC0RO£O JUNE 29, 1979 AT Ill< 144 PAGE 474, -lfflU1Y E'ASEM£NT GRN11ED TO HOMER ELECTRIC ASSOCIAllON, INC. RE00RDED ON IIARCff 9, 1994 AT BK 43B PACE 610 -lfflU1Y EASEMENT GRANTED TO HOMER EW:1'RIC ASSOCIATION, INC, R£CORDED ON FEB. 28, 2008 AT SERIAL NO. 200S-001942-0 -OIL AND GAS I.EASE RECORDED ON IIARCff 7, 2011 AT SERIAL NO. 2011-002197-0 -11111\IRAL GAS PIPELINE EASEMENT GRNIIED TO BUCCNIEER ALASKA OPERAllONS, LLC RE00RDED ON SEPT. 30, 2011 AT SERIAi. NO. 2011-oo92M-O AND MARCH 15, 2013 AT SERIAi. NO. 2013-002428-0. -lfflU1Y EASEMENT GRANT£D TO ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS 5'ISTEMS INC. RECORDED ON OCT, 28, 2011 AT SERW. NO. 2011-010358-0 7) WA5lEJWER DfSPQSN • l'\ANS FOR WASl'EWATER DISPOSAi.. 'THAT MEET REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS. ARE ON FILE AT THE DEPARTMENT OF EIMRONIIENTAL CONSf:RVATION. I.EGEHD PRIIIARY MONUMENT OF R~ AS REFERENCED SEC0NDMY' MONUMENT OF RECORD 5/B"REBAAWllll'IEI..L.0WPLASTICCli'srolllPEDISIIB59 FORIIER I.OT LINE MlJAllENI' PROPERIY LINE £ASEMENT IIONUMENT llE LINE (C) COMPUTED DATA FROM REC0RO PIAT (R) RECORD DATA SEE RfFEAENCE REFERENC£S {RI) fB0 SUBDMSION NO, 10, PIAT 2021-58, K£NAI RECORDING DIS1RICT PlAT APPROVAi. THIS PLAT WAS APPRCl\'ED BY lHE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH PLANNING COMIIISSKlN AT 1HE MEETING OF JANUARY XX. 2025. KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH .o\Ulll0RIZED OFFlaAL CERTIFICATE OF SURVEW>R L -AIMONEITI 13022-S. HEREBY CE1mFY lHAT I AM A R8llSIERED PROFESSIOIIAI. LAND SURVEroR IN THE SfATE OF ALASKA AND THAT lHIS PIAT REPREllEN1S ASURIIEY IIADE BY IIE OR LINDEi! IIY DIR£CT SUPERVISION, <INII lHAT lHE IIONUIIENlS S._,. ON lHIS SURIIE'I' olCruAI.I.YEXISTASDESCRIBED.<INlllHATALI. DIMENSIONALANl>OIHER DETAILS ARE TRUE N1D CORRECT 10 lHE IIESl' OF Ill' KNOWLEDGE. CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP AHD DEDICATION I HEREBY CERllFY 11W I AM lHE OWNER OF THE R£Al PROPERTY -NIO D£SCRIBED HEREON AND THATIHEREB'IADOPTlHISPLANOFSUBDMSION AND BY IIY FREE C0NS£NT ll£DICATE ALL RIGKIS-oF-WA'IS NID PUBUC AREAS TO PUBUC USE NID GRAHi' AI.J. EASEMENTS TO THE USE SHOWN. TERRY EIJBANl<, CITY MANAGER Cl1Y Of' KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVENUE, SUITE 200 KENAI, AK 99811 NOTARY ACKNOWI.EDGEMEHT FDR:TERR'IEUBINK M:KNOWLEDGED BEF'0R£ ME lHIS __ DAY OF ___ _ PUBLIC NOTARY SIGNAlURE MY COIIIIISSION EXPIRES-• ____ _ KPB FILE No. 2024-??? FBO SUBDIVISION 2024 ADDITION A RG'IAT OF LOT 5i4 ANO 58 FBO SUBDMSJON NO. 10 Pl.AT 2021-58 l(£NAJ RECORDING DISTRICT LOCATED WITHIN NEl/4 Ncl/4 5£CT/ON J2, T.6N., R.11W. S.M. STATF OF ALASKA KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH KENAI R£COROfNG 0/STRICT CITY OF KENAI OWNERS: CITY OF KENAI 210 FIOALGO A\E STE. 200 KENAI, AK 9961 I CONTAINING 4,499 ACRES .&. 1111n•n1111. ut 0000 <JNG STREET ANCHORAGE, Af.. 99511'> Phone (907) 344-5990 fa, t9071 3«-n94 DRAWN BY: -"I II 17 2024 OCQCll)BY:SCAI.E: 1" -• ,e;,_J l392 PROJECT: 24-624 SHEEI': •OF• Page 20 144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna, AK 99669 | (P) 907-714-2200 | (F) 907-714-2378 | www.kpb.us Planning Department January 21, 2025 NOTICE OF DECISION KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH PLAT COMMITTEE MEETING OF JANUARY 13, 2025 Re: FBO Subdivision 2024 Addition; KPB File 2024-137 The Plat Committee, as authorized by the Planning Commission pursuant to KPB 2.40.080, reviewed and granted conditional approval of the subject preliminary plat during its regularly scheduled meeting of January 13, 2025. The conditional approval was granted by a unanimous vote based on substantial evidence before the Plat Committee, including staff recommendations within the Staff Report and other information from the public hearing, that the preliminary plat meets the requirements of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Code 20.25, 20.30, 20.40, and must meet 20.60. Pursuant to Borough Code Section 20.25.100, the Plat Committee’s decision specifically adopts and incorporates by reference the Staff Report and Staff’s recommendations as the findings and reasons for its actions. A party of record as defined by Borough Code Section 21.20.210(A)(5) may request that a decision of the Plat Committee be reviewed by the Planning Commission by filing a written request within 15 days of notification of the decision on this letter, in accordance with KPB 2.40.080. Said form can be found at the Planning Department web site at: http://www.borough.kenai.ak.us/planning- dept/planning-home. For additional information please contact the Planning Department, 907-714-2200 (1-800-478- 4441 toll free within the Kenai Peninsula Borough). Notice of Decision Sent Via Email To: • Jason Young, Edge Survey & Design; jason@edgesurvey.net • Terry Eubank, Petitioner; teubank@kenai.city Page 21 KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2025 – 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 MAYOR BRIAN GABRIEL, PRESIDING City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 1 of 8 February 5, 2025 MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on February 5, 2025, 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 Henry Knackstedt, Vice Mayor Phil Daniel Sovala Kisena Alex Douthit Victoria Askin A quorum was present. Absent: Deborah Sounart Also in attendance were: **Xiling Tanner, Student Representative Terry Eubank, City Manager Scott Bloom, City Attorney David Swarner, Finance Director Kevin Buettner, Planning Director Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director Lee Frey, Public Works Director Derek Ables, Airport Manager Dave Ross, Police Chief Shellie Saner, City Clerk 3. Agenda and Consent Agenda Approval Mayor Gabriel noted the following additions to the Packet: Add to item C.1. Scheduled Public Comments - Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Annual Report • 2024 Annual Report Add to item K.1. City Manager’s Report • Project Related Federal Funding Memo 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. Page 22 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 2 of 8 February 5, 2025 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. 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. B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 1. Annual Review of City of Kenai Permanent Funds, 2024 Financial Performance, Financial Projections and Recommended 2025 Asset Allocations for the City’s Permanent Funds, Brandy Niclai and Bill Lierman, from Alaska Permanent Capital Management. Brandy Niclai provided a presentation on the history, performance and future projections of the Permanent Funds; reviewed asset allocations, returns, withdrawal policies, past market performance; discussed the impact of inflation and provided a forward-looking projection based on market conditions. Bill Lierman provided a review of the new custody account managed by the firm reviewing the portfolio’s performance against benchmarks; reported no sales were made, securities were reinvested; he provided an analysis of the allocations; and noted recommendations were proposed to optimize liquidity management, including modifying allocation constraints. Brandi Niclai reported that the firm ownership has transitioned as part of the succession plan; the majority of shares were sold to Blue Umbrella, a private holding company in Alaska specializing in business succession planning; minority of the shares remain with existing leadership; and the transition was structured to maintain continuity, with no changes to staff or operations. C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Annual Report, Samantha Springer, Executive Director. Samantha Springer provided a summary of the 2024 Annual report noting the continued and expanded key community programs; transitioning the Silver Salmon Derby to electronic entries; hiring a Cultural Center Coordinator with rotating exhibits; and partnerships with local organizations to strengthen and enhance tourism. She stated staffing remained stable, grant applications were being pursued to increase hours for the Cultural Center Coordinator and working toward museum accreditation. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS Jeanne VanGorder addressed the Council with concerns regarding a potential business being opened in a home within her residential neighborhood. Council provided information to Ms. VanGorder on how to submit a complaint through the Planning Department as well as information regarding the conditional use permit process. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 3448-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.22.010 - Land Use Table, to Allow Airports as a Principal Permitted Use in the Airport Light Industrial Zone. (Administration) Page 23 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 3 of 8 February 5, 2025 MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3448-2025. Council Member Daniel 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 when the Airport Light Industrial Zone was created, an oversight was generated that established Airports would require a conditional use permit; and this ordinance would correct that oversight and operation of an Airport in the zone would be a principal permitted use. VOTE: YEA: Kisena, Douthit, Askin, Knackstedt, Daniel, Gabriel NAY: None ABSENT: Sounart **Student Representative Tanner: Yea MOTION PASSED. 2. Resolution No. 2025-08 - Designating the Investment and Allocation Plan for the City’s Permanent Funds and Establishing Appropriate Benchmarks to Measure Performance for Calendar Year 2025. (Administration) MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-08. 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: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 3. Resolution No. 2025-09 - Authorizing a Contract Award for the 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. (Administration) MOTION: Council Member Kisena MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-09. Council Member Knackstedt 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 this being the result of many years of work from the Parks and Recreation Commissions and Directors. It was reported the development of the master plan would include community engagement with meetings and surveys, once the draft was complete it would be presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission to make recommendation to Council who will have the final approval authority. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 4. Resolution No. 2025-10 - Authorizing the Use of the Fleet Replacement Fund for the Purchase of One Ford F-150 Responder Vehicle Utilizing the State of Alaska Equipment Fleet Contract and Municipality of Anchorage Contract. (Administration) MOTION: Page 24 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 4 of 8 February 5, 2025 Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-10. Council Member Douthit 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 vehicle being replaced would transfer to the Parks and Recreation Department. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 5. Resolution No. 2025-11 - Authorizing the Use of the Water and Sewer Fund for the Purchase of Two Ford Trucks Utilizing the State of Alaska Equipment Fleet Contract. (Administration) MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-11. 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. It was reported that the vehicles being replaced would be surplused for parts; and vehicles for the Utility Department were not purchased through the equipment replacement fund. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 6. Resolution No. 2025-12 - Authorizing the Use of the Fleet Replacement Fund for the Purchase of Two Ford Transit Vans Utilizing the State of Alaska Equipment Fleet Contract. (Administration) MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-12. Council Member Daniel 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 City pursuing grant funding to purchase transit vans with ADA equipment; the vans being purchased at this time were more expensive because they were taller and all- wheel drive. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 7. Resolution No. 2025-13 - Redirecting Public Safety Capital Project Funds to Complete the Emergency Services Facility Assessment. (Administration) MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-13. Council Member Douthit 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. Page 25 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 5 of 8 February 5, 2025 It was reported that the most responsive bidder came in higher than originally budgeted, redirection of funds would also include contingency funding if needed; and adoption of the Resolution 2025-14 was dependent on this resolution being approved. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 8. Resolution No. 2025-14 - Authorizing a Contract for the 2025 Emergency Services Facility Programming and Assessment. (Administration) MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-14. Council Member Douthit 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 in favor of this project moving forward. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. F. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of January 15, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. H. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration) Approved by the consent agenda. 2. *Action/Approval - Non-Objection to Renewal of a Package Store Liquor License for Carr- Gottstein Foods Co. DBA Oaken Keg #1808 - License No. 3218. (City Clerk) Approved by the consent agenda. 3. *Action/Approval - Non-Objection to Renewal of a Package Store Liquor License for Three Bears Alaska, Inc. DBA Three Bears - License No. 4118. (City Clerk) Approved by the consent agenda. 4. *Ordinance No. 3449-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund – Police Department and Accepting Grants from the United States Department of Justice and Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association for the Purchase of Ballistic Vests. (Administration) Introduced by the consent agenda and Public Hearing set for February 19, 2025. 5. *Ordinance No. 3450-2025 - Amending Sections of Kenai Municipal Code Title 23 - Personnel Regulations, Sections 23.05.070 - Definitions, 23.25.080 - Promotion, 23.30.030 - Probationary Period for Employees in the Classified Service, and 23.55.020 - Compensation Structure by Grade for Employees in the Classified Service, to Ensure a Consistent Approach to Pay Adjustments for City Employees. (Administration) Introduced by the consent agenda and Public Hearing set for February 19, 2025. Page 26 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 6 of 8 February 5, 2025 6. Action/Approval - Airport Commission 2025 Work Plan. (City Clerk) MOTION: Council Member Daniel MOVED to approve the Airport Commission 2025 Work Plan. Council Member Douthit SECONDED the motion. A summary report of the Airport Commission 2025 Work Plan was provided UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 7. Discussion - Scheduling a Joint Work Session with the Planning & Zoning Commission for the Presentation of the Draft SS4A Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. (Administration) The Joint Work Session was scheduled for April 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Kenai City Hall Council Chambers. 8. Discussion - City of Kenai Arbitration Panel - Membership Terms. (City Clerk) It was reported that current membership terms were indefinite, which generates issues when managing the membership of the board; and establishing terms similar to the Commissions of the City would allow for better management of the Arbitration Panel member. General direction was provided for the City Clerk to bring forward and Ordinance amending the membership terms from indefinitely to 3-year staggered terms. I. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Council on Aging Commission No report, next meeting February 13, 2025. 2. Airport Commission No report, next meeting February 13, 2025. 3. Harbor Commission No report, next meeting February 10, 2025. 4. Parks and Recreation Commission No report, next meeting February 6, 2025. 5. Planning and Zoning Commission Council Askin reported on the January 22, 2025 meeting, next meeting February 12, 2025. 6. Beautification Commission No report, next meeting February 11, 2025. J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR Mayor Gabriel reported on the following: • Joint Work Session with the Kenaitze Tribal Council, summarizing the topics discussed during the work session. K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager - City Manager Eubank reported on the following: Page 27 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 7 of 8 February 5, 2025 • Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative has received full grant funding for constructing twenty additional units; twelve units will be senior housing of which seven will be income restricted, units will be one and two bedrooms with garage; eight units will be income restricted apartments for non-seniors. In the future legislation will be required to convey additional properties now that they have received the funding. The Property currently requires conditional use for multi-family and there may be legislation to rezone. • Recognized the efforts of staff from City Streets, Parks & Recreation, Water & Sewer and Airport for dealing with the weather conditions in the last month related to the volume of rain. • The 2024 Dispatcher of the Year was awarded to Makayla Derkevorkian; and KPD Officer of the Year went to Levi Russell, they were nominated by their peers. • Lifesaver Awards were awarded to Dispatcher Wyne, Fire Captain Summers, Engineer Voss, Firefighter Lehl and Firefighter Martin. • Building Official Joe Fisher has been appointed to the Alaska Housing Finance Building Code Advisory Committee, this committee advises Alaska Housing on the implementation building codes and energy efficiency codes in Alaska. 2. City Attorney - No report. 3. City Clerk - City Clerk Saner reported on the following: • Employees and City Council Members may nominate individuals for appointment to the City’s Arbitration Panel, nominations will be accepted by the Clerk’s Office through February 26, 2025; appointment selections will be by Council at the first meeting in March. • Working on the 2025 Recognition and Training event for Commissions. L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Citizen Comments (Public comments limited to (5) minutes per speaker) 2. Council Comments Council Member Douthit stated his appreciation for staff during the rains, noting there was a big impact from the City’s help. Student Representative Tanner reported Connections Homeschool would be conducting the a Pre-K meeting and American Invitation Mathematics Examinations, Valentines STEM Activity Day with a heart theme and Alyeska ski activities; Kenai Alternative had upcoming parent-teacher conferences; and he provided a summary of upcoming sports activities at Kenai Central High School. Council Member Askin stated her appreciation for the staff response to the rain, reported attending the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Senior Center. Council Member Daniel noted he heard from residents who were pleased with the City’s response to the flooding; stated his appreciation for hearing the information about our first-responders; it was a great work session with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe and he was looking forward to strengthening the bond. Council Member Kisena thanked the Parks and Recreation Department for helping with the Kenai Peninsula Hockey Association with the Winter Games Tournament, noting the Kenai Hockey Team beat So-High in the last regular season game. Council Member Knackstedt thanked Finance Director Swarner for the information regarding Federal Funding for projects; stated his appreciation for the staff response to the rain; reported attending the Chambers Cultural Presentation and the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. M. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None. Page 28 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 8 of 8 February 5, 2025 N. PENDING ITEMS - None. O. ADJOURNMENT P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None. There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of February 5, 2025. ___________________________________ 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 will not affect the outcome of the official council vote. Advisory votes will be recorded in the minutes. A student representative may not move or second items during a council meeting. Page 29 PAYMENTS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL RATIFICATION COUNCIL MEETING OF: FEBRUARY 19, 2025 VENDOR DESCRIPTION PERS PERS HOMER ELECTRIC ELECTRIC USAGE INVESTMENTS VENDOR . DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT VARIOUS VARIOUS MATURITY DATE ACCOUNT LIABILITY UTILITIES AMOUNT AMOUNT 114,293.57 122,851.74 Effect. Int. Page 30 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Derek Ables, Airport Manager DATE: February 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - First Extension to the Agreement with Guardian Security Systems, Inc. for Security Guard Services at the Kenai Municipal Airport. On February 29, 2024 the City of Kenai entered into an Agreement for Airport Security Guard Services with Guardian Security Systems, Inc. for a period of one year with the option to extend for an additional four, one-year terms if the City and contractor mutually agree in writing. The Contractor requests to renew under the same terms and conditions. Your support for this agreement is respectfully requested. Attachments- 1st Amendment Page 31 First Amendment to Agreement --Guardian Security Systems, Inc. FIRST EXTENSION TO KENAI MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AGREEMENT FOR AIRPORT SECURITY GUARD SERVICES This Agreement for Security Guard Services executed the 29th day of February, 2024, by and between the City of Kenai (Owner), a municipal corporation whose address is 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611, and Guardian Security Systems, Inc. (Contractor), an Alaska corporation whose address is 2600 Seward Highway, Anchorage, Alaska, 99503 is now extended as follows: WHEREAS, on February 29, 2024, the City entered into an Agreement for Airport Security Guard Services with Guardian Security Systems, Inc., of Anchorage for Airport Security Guard Services for the facilities at the Kenai Municipal Airport terminal building, vehicle parking lots, aircraft tie down areas, float plane basin, ski strip areas, the airport perimeter fence, the Airport Operations Facility, and the Air Traffic Control Tower, and WHEREAS, The City and Guardian Security Systems, Inc. wish to extend the Agreement one year under the same terms and conditions. NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Pursuant to Section II, of the Agreement, the Agreement term is extended for one year, beginning on March 1, 2025 and ending on February 28, 2026. 2. The parties agree that this First Extension to the Agreement and all obligations under this extension shall be effective as of March 1, 2025, regardless of the date of signatures indicated below. 3. Except as expressly modified or stated herein, all other terms and conditions of the Agreement remain in full force and effect. Page 32 First Amendment to Agreement --Guardian Security Systems, Inc. CITY OF KENAI GUARDIAN SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC. By: _________________________ By: _________________________ Terry Eubank Michael Heath Its: City Manager Its: Vice President ATTEST: _____________________________ Name _____________________________ Title Page 33 First Amendment to Agreement --Guardian Security Systems, Inc. STATE OF ALASKA ) )ss THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ___ day of ______________, 2025, by Terry Eubank, City Manager of the City of Kenai, an Alaska municipal corporation, on behalf of the City. __________________________ Notary Public in and for Alaska My Commission expires: ______ STATE OF ALASKA ) )ss THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY the foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2025, by Michael Heath, Vice President of Guardian Security Systems, Inc., an Alaska corporation, on behalf of the corporation. __________________________ Notary Public in and for Alaska My Commission expires: ______ Approved as to form: _______________________ Scott M. Bloom City Attorney Page 34 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Shellie Saner, City Clerk FROM: Meghan Thibodeau, Deputy City Clerk DATE: February 12, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - Council Confirmation of Mayoral Nomination of Gina Kuntzman to the Council on Aging Commission. Two vacancies currently exist on the Council on Aging Commission; an application to the Council on Aging Commission was received and is attached for consideration. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code 1.90.010 members are nominated by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Mayor Gabriel has requested Council confirmation of the following appointment: • Gina Kuntzman for appointment to a partial term ending on December 31, 2027. Your consideration is appreciated. Page 35 Commission Application Application for Appointments to the Airport, Beautification, Council on Aging, Harbor, Parks & Recreation, and Planning and Zoning Commissions First Name:*Last Name:* Kuntzman If appointed, select items approved for publication on City Website: Primary Phone Home Phone Email Mailing State:* Alaska Mailing Zip:* 99611 Home Phone:E-mail * Ginakuntzman@yahoo.com Gina Residence Address: * Street Number & Street Name. Mailing Address: * Mailing City: * Kenai Primary Phone: * Are you a Resident of the City of Kenai? * Yes No If resident, how long? About 45 years Name of Spouse: None Name of Employer: Retired State of Alaska Commission Membership Requirements: Airport Commission: The Airport Commission has four designated seats and three at-large seats. If applying for the Airport Commission, be sure and select the Seat you are applying for in the next column. Beautification, Harbor and Parks & Recreation Commissions: May at the discretion of the Council have up to two non-resident members. Council on Aging Commission: Members need only to reside on the Kenai Peninsula and 51% of whom must be 55-years or older. Planning & Zoning Commission: May have 1 member that is not a resident of the City if that member has controlling ownership in a business physically located in the City. Commission in which you are interested:* Council on Aging Commission Why do you want to be involved with this Commission? I was involved several years ago when I was much younger. Now that I’ve finally reached retirement I’m looking for ways to volunteer and help to make Kenai a better place and a great one for seniors! List Current Organization Memberships: New Life Assembly of God Church List Past Organization Memberships: Council in Aging Several area churches Page 36 What background, experience or other credentials do you possess to bring to the Commission? I’m detail oriented. Have worked in public assistance for 10 years overall helping elderly and disabled in applying and receiving assistance. I have also worked doing Federal Reviews of those programs so I understand and work well with deciphering the federal rules & programs. I have had many jobs in the area, graduated from Kenai High, worked at the refinery in marketing, Weaver Brothers doing payroll and accounting, Kenai Supply, accounting and collections, Property management, secretarial at Soldotna Middle School… etc. I have been a single mom for most of my kids lives, they have grown up here and are raising their families here. I love Kenai and want to see it grow! Page 37 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3451-2025 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING DONATIONS TO THE KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY FOR LIBRARY MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE, AND PROGRAMMING. WHEREAS, the Kenai Community Library received $13,850 in donations from community members and the Friends of the Kenai Community Library; and, WHEREAS, the donations will be used for the purchase of library materials, shelving and signage, equipment, and programming supplies; and, WHEREAS, the acquisition of library materials will enhance physical and digital collections, ensuring continued growth and relevance to meet the needs of patrons; and, WHEREAS, additional shelving will accommodate the growing collections and improve organization; and, WHEREAS, new signage will enhance wayfinding, improving navigation and accessibility for all visitors and ensuring a more user-friendly environment; and, WHEREAS, the equipment will support school readiness and literacy skill-building in young learners; and, WHEREAS, the funds for programming will enhance our Summer Reading Program 2025 and other programs; and, WHEREAS, acceptance of these donations to further the mission of the Kenai Community Library is in the best interest of the City and its residents. 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 a grant in the amount of $13,850. Section 2. That the estimated revenues be appropriations be increased as follows: General Fund: Increase Estimated Revenues – Miscellaneous Donation $13,850 Increase Appropriations – Library – Small Tools/Equipment $ 6,500 Library – Operating and Repair Supplies 1,500 Library – Advertising 200 Library – Printing and Binding 200 Library – Books 5,450 $13,850 Section 3. That the City Manager is authorized to expend these funds in line with the intentions of the donors. Page 38 Ordinance No. 3451-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Section 4. 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 5. 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 5TH DAY OF MARCH, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: _________________ Introduced: February 19, 2025 Enacted: March 5, 2025 Effective: March 5, 2025 Page 39 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director DATE: February 11, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3451-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Equipment, Furniture, and Programming. The Kenai Community Library received $13,850 in generous donations from community members and the Friends of the Kenai Community Library. These funds will be utilized to enhance library services and facilities, including: • Expanding our physical and digital collections to meet patron needs. • Adding shelving to accommodate growing collections and improve organization. • Installing new signage to enhance wayfinding and accessibility for all visitors. • Acquiring equipment to support school readiness and literacy for young learners. • Funding programming supplies, with a focus on the 2025 Summer Reading Program and other initiatives. These enhancements will ensure continued growth and improve the library’s ability to serve the community effectively. We are deeply grateful for the continued support of our library! Thank you for your consideration. Page 40 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3452-2025 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING A POLAR BEAR AND BROWN BEAR TAXIDERMY DONATION FROM THE WARREN E JOHNSON ESTATE FOR DISPLAY IN THE KENAI MUNICIPAL AIRPORT TERMINAL. WHEREAS, a polar bear and brown bear taxidermy have been on display at the Kenai Municipal Airport since 2014 and will continue to be displayed; and, WHEREAS, Laurie Ramsey is the co-personal representative of the Warren E Johnson Estate that owns the two pieces of taxidermy and would like to donate the polar bear and brown bear to the Kenai Municipal Airport; and, WHEREAS, the value of the polar bear is estimated to be approximately $25,000 and the value of the brown bear is $15,000; and, WHEREAS, the Airport Commission recommended approval at their regularly schedular meeting on February 13, 2025; and, WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to accept and appropriate this donation. 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 a donation valued in the amount of $40,000. Section 2. That the estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Airport Special Revenue Fund: Increase Estimated Revenues– Donations $40,000 Increase Appropriations– Machinery and Equipment $40,000 Section 3. That the City Manager is authorized to appropriate these assets for display at the Kenai Municipal Airport. Section 4. 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 5. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon enactment. Page 41 Ordinance No. 3452-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 5TH DAY OF MARCH, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: _________________ Introduced: February 19, 2025 Enacted: March 5, 2025 Effective: March 5, 2025 Page 42 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Derek Ables, Airport Manager DATE: February 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3452-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Polar Bear and Brown Bear Taxidermy Donation from the Warren E Johnson Estate for Display in the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal. The Kenai Municipal Airport currently has a polar bear and brown bear taxidermy on display in the terminal since 2014. The Airport reached out to the owner to see if they wanted to renew the term of display and they prefer to donate the bears. Laurie Ramsey is the co-personal representative of the Warren E Johnson Estate that owns the two pieces of taxidermy. The value of the polar bear is estimated to be approximately $25,000 and the brown bear $15,000. Your support accepting this donation is respectfully requested. Page 43 Sponsored by: Vice Mayor Knackstedt New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3453-2025 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 7.15 – PURCHASES AND SALES, SECTIONS 7.15.060 – PROCUREMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AND 7.15.070 – INNOVATIVE PROCUREMENTS AND OTHER EXCEPTIONS, TO ALLOW INSURANCE COVERAGES TO BE PROCURED BY DIRECT NEGOTIATION AND AUTHORIZE OTHER PROCUREMENT EXCEPTIONS SUBJECT TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL BY RESOLUTION. WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 – Purchases and Sales, determines the City’s process for procuring goods and services as well as sales of surplus items; and, WHEREAS, Ordinance 2852-2015 repealed and reenacted the Chapter to expand public solicitation requirements, redefine professional services and define management services; and, WHEREAS, due to limited competition and the complexity of comparing insurance coverages, an exception to permit direct negotiation with providers is likely to produce the greatest benefit to the City; and, WHEREAS, permitting a Council-approved exception for direct negotiation or limited solicitation when in the best interest of the City, not prohibited by the funding source, and supported by sufficient evidence of a fair and reasonable price will allow the City to take advantage of unique opportunities and allow for the City to obtain necessary goods and services when standard solicitation methods may not work, and, WHEREAS, requiring City Council approval by resolution ensures transparency, public notice, and an opportunity for public input; and, WHEREAS, these amendments support the City’s ability to efficiently procure necessary insurance coverages and other goods and services while maintaining oversight and fiscal responsibility and are in the best interests of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Amendment of Section of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 7.15.060 – Procurement of Professional Services is hereby amended as follows: 7.15.060 Procurement of Professional Services. (a) Professional services for a total contract amount, including all reasonably foreseeable change orders and modifications, less than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) may be procured in any reasonable manner. (b) Professional services for a total contract amount, including all reasonably foreseeable change orders and modifications, of between ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) and thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000.00) require the solicitation of three (3) or more quotes with written documentation on an applicable purchasing form. If three (3) quotes cannot reasonably be obtained, a written justification must be documented on an applicable purchasing form. Page 44 Ordinance No. 3453-2025 Page 2 of 4 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] (c) Professional services procured in an amount in excess of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000.00) must be solicited by issuing a request for proposals. The request for proposals shall state, or incorporate by reference, all specifications and contractual terms and conditions to which a proposal must respond, and shall state the factors to be considered in evaluating proposals and the relative importance of those factors. Public notice of a request for proposals shall be published a minimum of two (2) times at least two (2) weeks prior to the date proposals are due in a newspaper of general circulation within the City and may be advertised in other appropriate forums. A request for proposals may be modified or interpreted only in written addenda. (d) The City may negotiate with one (1) or more qualified and responsible proponents whose proposals are determined to be reasonably responsive to the request for proposals. Negotiations shall be used to clarify and assure full understanding of the requirements of the request for proposals. Proponents may be permitted to revise their proposals after submission and prior to award to obtain best and final offers. Proponents deemed eligible for negotiations shall be treated equally regarding any opportunity to discuss and revise proposals. Specific fee schedules shall be kept confidential until after the notice of intent to award is distributed. (e) Awards shall be made by written notice to the qualified and responsible proponent whose final proposal is determined to be most advantageous to the City. No criteria other than those set forth in the request for proposals may be used in proposal evaluation. If the City Manager determines that it is in the best interest of the City to do so, the City may reject any and all proposals. (f) Legal services may be procured by direct negotiation with an attorney or law firm qualified to undertake the type of legal assistance required subject to Council approval for services of fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) or greater. Negotiations or contracts for the services of legal counsel shall be pursued by the City Attorney, or in the case of a conflict of interest, the City Council or City Manager. (g) Group insurance coverage for employees, including life, medical, dental, and vision, as well as other insurance such as general liability, workers compensation, property, marine and airport liability may be procured by direct negotiation subject to Council approval by resolution. Section 2. Amendment of Section 7.15.070 of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 7.15.070 – Innovative Procurements and Other Exceptions, is hereby amended as follows: 7.15.070 Innovative Procurements and Other Exceptions (a) A contract may be awarded for supplies, services, professional services, or construction using an innovative procurement process, with or without competitive sealed bidding or competitive sealed proposals. A contract may be awarded under this section only when the City Manager or designee determines in writing to the City Council that it is advantageous to the City to use an innovative competitive procurement process in the procurement of new or unique requirements of the City, new technologies, or to achieve the best value. This process is appropriate when it may be in the best interest of the City to consider an award to other than the lowest priced offer or other than the highest technically rated offer. (1) To utilize an innovative procurement procedure the requesting department shall submit: (A) A detailed procurement plan to the City Manager for review and approval before public notice is issued as required under KMC 7.15.040. The plan shall, at a minimum, address the method of solicitation, scope, method of award, protest procedures, and proposed contract provisions; and Page 45 Ordinance No. 3453-2025 Page 3 of 4 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] (B) An explanation of how use of this procedure will achieve the best value, or why it is advantageous to the City. To the maximum extent allowed by law, costs and benefits associated with the location of the bidder, may be considered in determining the best value for the City. (2) When using the process authorized in this section, all of the following apply: (A) The City Manager must first approve the use of the proposed innovative procurement plan. (B) All evaluation factors and significant sub-factors that will affect the contract award and their relative importance shall be clearly stated in the solicitation. (C) The solicitation shall state whether all evaluation factors other than cost or price, when combined, are significantly more important than, approximately equal to, or significantly less important than cost or price. (D) In developing evaluation factors, generally, where the requirement is clearly definable and the risk of unsuccessful contract performance is minimal, cost or price may play a dominant role in source selection. The less definitive the requirement, the more development work required, or the greater the performance risk, the more technical or past performance considerations may play a dominant role in source selection. (b) The following may be purchased without giving an opportunity for competitive bidding: (1) Supplies, materials, equipment, or contractual services which can be furnished only by a single dealer or which has a uniform price wherever bought. (2) Supplies, materials, equipment, or contractual services purchased from another unit of government at a price deemed below that obtainable from private dealers, including war surplus. (3) Contractual services purchased from a public utility corporation at a price or rate determined by State or government authority. (4) Supplies, materials, equipment or contractual services purchasable under the contract of another governmental agency in which contract the City is authorized to participate. (5) The City may award a contract for supplies, contractual services, or professional services without competition, formal advertising or other formal procedure where the City Manager determines in writing that an emergency threatening the public health, safety or welfare requires that the contract be awarded without delay. The City Manager shall make a report on such contract to the Council no later than the next regular meeting following award of the contract. (A) For purposes of this subsection, an “emergency” is defined as the occurrence or imminent threat of widespread or severe damage, injury, loss of life or property, or shortage of food, water, or fuel resulting from: (i) An incident such as storm, high water, wind-driven water, tidal wave, tsunami, earthquake, volcanic eruption, landslide, mudslide, avalanche, snowstorm, prolonged extreme cold, drought, fire, flood, epidemic, explosion or riot; (ii) The release of oil or a hazardous substance if the release requires prompt action to avert environmental danger or mitigate environmental damage; (iii) Equipment failure if the failure is not a predictably frequent or recurring event or preventable by adequate equipment maintenance or operation; Page 46 Ordinance No. 3453-2025 Page 4 of 4 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] (iv) Enemy or terrorist attack or a credible threat of imminent enemy or terrorist attack in or against the State that the Adjutant General of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs or a designee of the Adjutant General, in consultation with the Commissioner of Public Safety or a designee of the Commissioner of Public Safety, certifies to the Governor has a high probability of occurring in the near future; the certification must meet the standards of AS 26.20.040(c); in this subsection, “attack” has the meaning given under AS 26.20.200; or (v) An outbreak of disease or a credible threat of an imminent outbreak of disease that the Commissioner of Health and Social Services or a designee of the Commissioner of Health and Social Services certifies to the Governor has a high probability of occurring in the near future; the certification must be based on specific information received from local, state, federal, or international agency, or another source that the Commissioner or the designee determines is reliable. (6) The City Council may approve any purchase or award any contract by resolution when the solicitation of bids or proposals has been limited or the procurement is by direct negotiation if found to be in the best interest of the City, sufficient information is available to ensure a fair and reasonable price, and the procurement exception complies with any applicable funding source requirements. 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 30 days after enactment. ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 5TH DAY OF MARCH, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Introduced: February 19, 2025 Enacted: March 5, 2025 Effective: April 4, 2025 Page 47 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members FROM: Vice Mayor Henry Knackstedt DATE: February 11, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3453-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 – Purchases and Sales, Sections 7.15.060 – Procurement of Professional Services and 7.15.070 – Innovative Procurements and Other Exceptions, to Allow Insurance Coverages to be Procured by Direct Negotiation and Authorize Other Procurement Exceptions Subject to City Council Approval by Resolution. Ordinance No. 3453-2025 proposes amendments to Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 – Purchases and Sales, to allow for direct negotiation in the procurement of insurance coverages and to authorize additional procurement exceptions with Council approval by resolution. The first proposed change to KMC 7.15.060 Procurement of Professional Services, improves efficiency by streamlining the complex insurance procurement process. The market for insurance is unique and the City contracts with a brokerage firm to assist in exploring the market and retaining the best coverages for the City. Limited competition and lack of standard products makes typical bidding or solicitation of proposals less effective and sometimes not feasible. Additionally, the City’s general purchasing procedures do not afford the City the flexibility to take advantage of different incentives offered by the market that are often not disclosed on the front end of the procurement process. Allowing direct negotiation will enable the City to secure the most comprehensive coverage at the best value. The second proposed change amends KMC 7.15.070-Innovative Procurement and Other Exceptions, by allowing award of purchases when the solicitation of bids or proposals has been limited or by direct negotiation if it is found to be in the best interest of the City, evidence of a fair and reasonable price is presented and the purchase does not conflict with the funding sources., such as grants that require a low bid procurement process. This amendment also expands procurement options for specialized goods and services, provided fair pricing is documented, to ensure that procurement processes remain agile and responsive without compromising fiscal oversight. Examples of when this exception could be used include the purchase of used equipment with exceptional value and negotiations with the market after traditional bidding or proposal solicitations have failed to yield any responses or viable options. This proposed change is not intended to be commonly used and are in line with purchasing exceptions employed by other local governments, including the Borough and Soldotna. Page 48 Page 2 of 2 The ordinance includes safeguards to ensure that all exceptions are justified, preventing unnecessary expenditures while allowing the City to take advantage of unique procurement opportunities. The exceptions require the City Council to approve the purchase by resolution ensuring continued transparency and public notice of the procurement decision while allowing flexibility for unique or time-sensitive purchases. These amendments will improve the City’s ability to efficiently obtain necessary insurance coverages and other goods and services while maintaining proper oversight and competitive pricing measures. The added flexibility in procurement methods will ensure that the City can act strategically and responsibly when standard solicitation processes are impractical. Thank you for your consideration. Page 49 Sponsored by: City Clerk New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3454-2025 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE 23.35.032 - ARBITRATION PANEL, TO AMEND THE MEMBER TERMS FROM INDEFINITE TERMS TO THREE-YEAR TERMS. WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code 23.35.032 establishes an Arbitration Panel to hear certain employer grievances; and, WHEREAS, the Arbitration Panel meets only on an as-needed basis, often times more than ten years pass between meetings; and, WHEREAS, currently membership terms are indefinite; and, WHEREAS, during the February 5, 2025 regular City Council meeting, the Council discussed the challenges of managing membership on the panel with indefinite terms for the members; and, WHEREAS, amendments to Kenai Municipal Code 23.35.032 establish three-year staggered terms for the twelve-member panel is in the City’s best interest. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Amendment of Section of Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code, Section 23.35.032 - Arbitration Panel is hereby amended as follows: 23.35.032 Arbitration Panel (a) There is hereby established an Arbitration Panel consisting of twelve (12) members who shall be chosen by the City Council from nominees made by City employees and by members of the City Council. (b) A member of the Arbitration Panel must be a resident of the City of Kenai and must not hold any other office or position in the government of the City of Kenai. If a member moves their residence outside of City limits or is elected or appointed as an officer or employee of the City, the term of such member will terminate immediately. (c) [MEMBERS OF THE PANEL SHALL SERVE FOR INDEFINITE TERMS UNTIL TERMINATION BY THE COUNCIL, RESIGNATION BY THE MEMBER, DEATH, MOVE FROM THE CITY OF KENAI, ELECTION OR APPOINTMENT AS AN OFFICER OR EMPLOYEE OF THE CITY OF KENAI, OR INCAPACITY OF THE MEMBER.] Terms of appointments will be for three years beginning January 1st and ending December 31st. Effective April 4, 2025 terms will be staggered terms, terms for four members will be one-year; terms for four members will be two-years; and terms for four members will be for three-years. (d) When an appointment is to fill a vacancy created prior to the end of a term, the appointment will be for the remainder of that term. (e) After completion of a full or partial term, the City Council may reappoint the member or select a replacement from nominations received from City employees or Council members. Page 50 Ordinance No. 3454-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] ([D]f) By adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter, the city hereby waives any claim or cause of action it might have against any member of the Arbitration Panel based on his or her service thereon or on a Personnel Board. Any employee in the classified service, by filing an appeal under the provisions of this chapter, likewise waives any claim or cause of action such employee might have against any member of the Arbitration Panel based on his or her service thereon or on a Personnel Board, and if requested such employee will execute and file a formal waiver at time of filing appeal. 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 30 days after enactment. ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 5TH DAY OF MARCH, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Introduced: February 19, 2025 Enacted: March 5, 2025 Effective: April 4, 2025 Page 51 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and City Council Members FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: February 6, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3454-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 23.35.032 - Arbitration Panel to Amend the Member Terms from Indefinite Terms to Three-Year Terms. Current Terms for the Arbitration Panel Terms for the Arbitration Panel are established in KMC 23.35.032(c) and are as follows: Members of the panel shall serve for indefinite terms until termination by the Council, resignation by the member, death, move from the City of Kenai, election or appointment as an officer or employee of the City of Kenai, or incapacity of the member. The Arbitration Panel meets only on an as-needed basis, and often more than ten years pass between meetings. The last appointment to the panel was in 2013. Serving on a group that meets infrequently and has indefinite terms creates challenges. Of the twelve members serving since 2013, three indicated they are willing to continue serving, four have indicated they are only interested in serving for one more year, three have moved out of the City, and two are deceased. There are currently five vacancies on the panel. Amending the terms to staggered three-year terms is recommended to effectively manage the membership of the Arbitration Panel and is consistent with how membership terms are managed for City Standing Commissions. During the February 5, 2025 City Council meeting, City Council provided general direction to the City Clerk to bring forward legislation amending the terms of the Arbitration Panel Members, establishing three-year staggered terms. This would include assigning initial terms as follows: • Four members to three-year terms • Four members to two-year terms • Four members to one-year terms The proposed change would allow for annual recruitment for the Arbitration Panel alongside other Commission recruitment. It would also ensure that sitting members remain interested in serving and remind members of the need to resign if they relocate outside the City. Page 52 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3455-2025 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A USED VENTRAC TRACTOR AND ATTACHMENTS FROM KNC GOLF, INC., THAT DEVIATES FROM PROCUREMENT PROCEDURES AUTHORIZED BY KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 7.15 PURCHASES AND SALES. WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department planned to purchase two tractors and attachments in fiscal years 2025 and 2026 using standard procurement procedures in KMC Chapter 7.15-Purchases and Sales; and, WHEREAS, an unexpected opportunity with change in the Kenai Golf Course management has resulted in opportunity to purchase one tractor and attachments from KNC Golf, Inc., at a value to the City that cannot otherwise be obtained through standard procurement methods provided in KMC Chapter 7.15; and, WHEREAS, cost savings, value, efficiency, and enhanced functionality by purchasing the tractor and attachments directly from KNC Golf, Inc, justify not following the competitive procurement processes in City Code in the best interest of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the procurement provisions required in KMC Chapter 7.15 are hereby waived in the best interest of the City for cost savings, value, efficiency and enhanced functionality for the purpose of purchasing a Ventrac tractor and attachments from KNC Golf, Inc. for $45,000. Section 2. That the City Manager is authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the purchase described in Section 1 above. 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 30 days after enactment. ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 5TH DAY OF MARCH, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: Page 53 Ordinance No. 3455-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: _________________ Introduced: February 19, 2025 Enacted: March 5, 2025 Effective: April 4, 2025 Page 54 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director DATE: February 12, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance 3455-2025 - Authorizing the Purchase of a Used Ventrac Tractor and Attachments from KNC Golf, Inc., that Deviates from Procurement Procedures Authorized by Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 Purchases and Sales. In the FY25 budget, there is a capital project for the Parks and Recreation Department (Department) to purchase a tractor and several attachments. Additionally, the approved capital improvement plan for FY26 includes a request to fund the purchase of a second tractor and attachments. These two tractors are intended to replace aging mowers and provide greater versatility and efficiency for the Department. Recently, the new management of the Kenai Golf Course presented the City with a unique opportunity. KNC Golf, Inc., owns a tractor similar to the one the Department was planning to purchase, along with a large number of attachments. KNC Golf, Inc., has determined the tractor does not meet its needs and is offering it for sale along with all the attachments. Some of the attachments align with the Department's original purchase plan, while others were not initially planned to be purchased but would significantly enhance the Department's capabilities. The additional attachments would replace other aging small equipment used by the Department. KNC Golf, Inc., is offering the tractor and its attachments to the City at an exceptional value that far exceeds the City’s spending power in the new equipment market. The tractor has very low hours, and some attachments have never been used. While it is understood the used tractor does not have a warranty, the City Shop is familiar with the equipment and can provide needed maintenance and repair services within reason. The value of the potential purchase and alignment with existing plans for the purchase of similar equipment is significant enough for Administration to take the rare step of recommending Council approve this purchase outside of standard purchasing procedures provided for in the City’s purchasing code. This opportunity provides substantial benefits in four key areas: 1. Value: The value new of the tractor and attachments offered is $103,640 which is offered to the City for $45,000. Page 55 Page 2 of 3 2. Future Cost Efficiency: The new attachments the City would be acquiring in addition to what it originally intended to acquire will replace other aging equipment that the Department needs replaced in the next five years. 3. Enhanced Functionality: The purchase increases the number of available attachments, improving operational capabilities and versatility within the Department. 4. Immediate Budget Impact: Purchasing the equipment will save money compared to the original purchase plan for FY25 and FY26 and provide an increased number of attachments. Recommendation: Based on these benefits, the Administration recommends enactment of a non-code ordinance authorizing the purchase of the Ventrac Tractor from KNC Golf, Inc. by direct negotiation. The purchase will address immediate operational needs while delivering long-term financial and functional benefits for the City. Below are tables representing the values of all the tractors and equipment. Table 1.A represents the current purchase plan for new equipment of the Parks Department from the FY25 and FY26 Capital Improvement Plans. 1.A Equipment FY25 Budget FY26 Request Total FY25 Budget and FY26 Request Ventrac Tractor $33,700 $33,700 $ 67,400 Contour Mower 10,000 - 10,000 Attachment Broom 5,075 - 5,075 Ball Park Groomer 5,975 5,975 Wide Area mower 8,400 - 8,400 Power Bucket - 3,190 3,190 48" Snow Blower - 6,810 6,810 Tiller - 4,310 4,310 Rough Cut Mower - 5,625 5,625 Dual wheel kit 1,795 1,795 3,590 Trailer - 8,000 8,000 Total $64,945 $63,430 $128,375 Page 56 Page 3 of 3 Table 1. B represents a revised purchase plan which includes purchase of the unit and attachments from KNC Golf, Inc. 1.B Equipment FY25 Budget FY26 Request Total FY25 Budget and FY26 Request Ventrac Tractor & Attachments $45,000 $33,700 $78,700 Attachment Broom 5,075 - 5,075 Ball Park Groomer 5,975 - 5,975 Wide Area mower 8,400 - 8,400 Dual Wheel Kit 1,795 1,795 3590 48" Snow Blower - 6,810 6,810 Tiller - 4,310 4,310 Rough Cut Mower - 5,625 5,625 Trailer - 8,000 8,000 Total $66,245 $60,240 $126,485 Table 1.C Represents the value of the attachments the City will receive when purchasing the KNC Golf, Inc. unit 1.C Equipment Cost New Ventrac Tractor Reel Mower $33,700 18,500 Blower 7,015 Aerator 7,940 Roller and Seeder Kit 3,685 Sod cutter 605 72 in Finish Mower 5,275 Vac loader 9,340 Trencher 7,580 Contour Mower 10,000 Total $103,640 Conclusion The proposed acquisition of equipment from the KNC Golf, Inc. will result in a total cost reduction, doubles the number of attachments, and will improve the operational functionality of the Parks Department. Your support for enactment of Ordinance 3455-2025 is respectfully requested. Page 57 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: February 11, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - Authorizing the City Manager to Modify the Agreement with the Kenai Peninsula Borough for Accepting Landfill Leachate at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. On January 3, 2024, City Council approved the City Manager entering into an agreement with the Kenai Peninsula Borough for accepting leachate for treatment and disposal at the City of Kenai Waste Water Treatment Plant. This has been a mutually beneficial agreement to both parties and we have not had any issues accepting leachate at the plant. We have only needed to stop acceptance during high flow periods at the plant, which were not a result of leachate disposal. This memo requests Council’s authorization to modify the existing Leachate Disposal Agreement with the Kenai Peninsula Borough, where the City of Kenai’s Waste Water Treatment Plant will receive leachate from the Central Peninsula Landfill. We are currently authorized to accept up to 10,000 gallons per day and are requesting to increase this amount to 20,000 gallons per day to allow the Borough to catch up for the amounts they were unable to dispose of during our high flows. This increase allows the Landfill other disposal options as needed in case of downtime for their leachate evaporator. All other terms of the existing agreement shall remain in place. Staff has discussed this with representatives from the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Routine lab work will continue as normal to ensure all of our discharges remain within compliance with our permit. With that said our facility is the safest place to process this material. Our activated sludge waste water plant has the best biological processes locally to safely manage this material. Authorization of this agreement is in the best interest of our community. Council’s authorization is respectfully requested. Page 58 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members FROM: Scott Bloom, City Attorney DATE: February 14, 2025 SUBJECT: Discussion/Action - Digester Blowers Standardization The City has received a grant from the EPA Community Grant Program for 2.9 million dollars to replace the digester blowers at the Kenai Waste Water Treatment Facility. Administration recommends standardizing the blowers at the facility and specifying the manufacturer of the blowers for the project. The cost of the blowers is anticipated to be about one sixth of the total project costs. The EPA has approved the specification of the blowers for the grant. Standardization provides a multitude of advantages, including familiarity of employees with operation and maintenance, availability of parts, and reduced costs of service. The project will be competitively bid, but if approved by Council, will specify the digester blower manufacturer which can only be obtained from one source. KMC 7.15.070(b)(1) allows for an exception to competitive procurement when supplies, material or equipment can only be purchased from one source, as is the case for the digester blowers. Administration requests Council’s concurrence moving forward with the specific digester blower manufacturer prior release of bids and further design work. The attached letter from the Public Works Director provides more information on the digester blowers. City of Kenai I 210 ~idalgo Ave , Kenai , AK 99611-7794 I 907.283.7535 I www.kenai .city Page 59 January 28, 2025 Amy Williams City of Kenai I 210 f=idalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 I 907.283.7535 I www.kenai.city Community Grants and EFC (multi-media) Program Coordinator Infrastructure and Technical Assistance Section Water Division, EPA Region 10 RE: City of Kenai Community Grant: 14256787 Ms. Williams, The City of Kenai is requesting approval for a sole source contract for our Digester Blower Replacement project being funded through the EPA Community Grant Program. We are requesting approval to sole source specify APG-Neuros NX Series Turbo Blowers in our construction documents to be procured and installed by the construction contractor selected through an Invitation to Bid process. The City of Kenai installed APG-Neuros NX Series Turbo Blowers when replacing our aeration basin blowers in 2019. These new blowers will be the same model family. The blowers have worked extremely well and significantly lowered utility costs through reduced electrical requirements. We request the sole source to standardize on these blowers for our treatment plant. This will allow us to only deal with one manufacturer for maintenance and troubleshooting of the equipment in the future. It will also reduce the amount of parts needing kept at spare for operation including air filters and controllers through standardization of spare parts. Operation and Maintenance training for the units would be the same for our staff reducing labor costs and integration of the control systems would also be identical to the existing system. In addition, the neighboring City of Soldotna also installed APG-Neuros blowers at their wastewater treatment plant and this could also be mutually beneficial to reduce costs for service callouts or spare part replacement as needed. APG-Neuros holds a patent for their Air Foil Bearing, Patent No. 10-604132. These bearing are oil-free, non-contact air bearings that require no lubricating oil. They have been proven through 25,000 cycle start-stop endurance tests equivalent to more than 20-years' lifetime in typical operation. The turbo blower cooling system is unique by complete by being completely integral to the blower enclosure with no external connection. The blowers also do not reject heat to the surrounding area and do not require external cooling or exhaust of hot air with eliminates the complexity of waste heat management and reduces installation and maintenance costs. Regards, Lee Frey Public Works Director Page 60 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members FROM: Council Member Douthit DATE: February 11, 2025 SUBJECT: Discussion - Grants to Agencies - Required Reports The City Council budget includes funding for Grants to Agencies and currently there is no application process or reporting requirements for the recipients. Establishing a requirement for these agencies to provide annual reports on how those funds were utilized and the benefits to their agencies from the funding, would enhance oversight and allow the City Council to evaluate the effectiveness of those funds. Page 61 KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION – REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 2025 – 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 CHAIR LISA GABRIEL, PRESIDING Harbor Commission Meeting Page 1 of 3 February 10, 2025 ACTION MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Harbor Commission was held on February 10, 2025, in the Kenai City Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Gabriel called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Gabriel led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Lisa Gabriel, Chair Jeanne Reveal, Vice Chair Zachary Rohr Matthew Moffis Dominick Sarte A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: Lee Frey, Public Works Director Lisa List, Public Works Administrative Assistant Sovala Kisena, City Council Liaison 3. Agenda Approval MOTION: Vice Chair Reveal MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Moffis SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. November 12, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION: Vice Chair Reveal MOVED to approve the November 12, 2024 Harbor Commission minutes. Commissioner Rohr SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None. F. NEW BUSINESS Page 62 Harbor Commission Meeting Page 2 of 3 February 10, 2025 1. Discussion/Recommendation - Review work plan summary report from CY2024 MOTION: Vice Chair Reveal MOVED to approve the Harbor Commission 2024 Annual Report for submission to the City Council. Commissioner Rohr SECONDED the motion. Director Frey gave a staff report from information provided in the packet. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 2. Discussion – Discuss work plan goals for 2025 Director Frey gave a staff report from information provided in the packet. MOTION: Vice Chair Reveal MOVED to Use the Harbor Commission 2024 goals for 2025 and submit to the Council for approval. Commissioner Rohr SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. G. REPORTS 1. Public Works Director – Director Frey reported on the following: • A budget transfer has provided funding for a new project for City dock float replacement and concrete ramp repairs. • Update on Bluff Project: work will start May 16th. 2. Commission Chair – Chair Gabriel welcomed the new commissioners. 3. City Council Liaison – Council Member Kisena reported on recent actions of the City Council. H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – None. I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – March 10, 2025 Chair Gabriel and Commissioner Sarte noted that they will attend remotely. J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS Vice Chair Reveal welcomed the new commissioners. Commissioner Moffis requested that the Commission schedule an offsite tour of the City harbor facilities. Commissioner Rohr discussed possibilities for the waterfront revitalization project. Commissioner Sarte said he looked forward to working with the Commission. K. ADJOURNMENT L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS – None. There being no further business before the Harbor Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 6:29 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Harbor Commission meeting of February 10, 2025. Page 63 Harbor Commission Meeting Page 3 of 3 February 10, 2025 ___________________________________ Meghan Thibodeau Deputy City Clerk Page 64 KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION – REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2025 – 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 CHAIR GRANT WISNIEWSKI, PRESIDING Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Page 1 of 3 February 6, 2025 ACTION MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission was held on February 6, 2025, in the Kenai City Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Wisniewski called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Wisniewski led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Grant Wisniewski, Chair Bridget Grieme Kyle Graham, Vice Chair Sharon Fisher Michael Bernard Marti Pepper A quorum was present. Absent: Charlie Stephens Also in attendance were: Tyler Best, Parks & Recreation Director Jenna Brown, Parks & Recreation Assistant Director Alex Douthit, City Council Liaison 3. Election of Chair and Vice Chair MOTION: Commissioner Grieme MOVED to reappoint Chair Wisniewski. Commissioner Fisher SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION: Chair Wisniewski MOVED to reappoint Vice Chair Graham. Commissioner Fisher SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 4. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Fisher MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Bernard SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. Page 65 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Page 2 of 3 February 6, 2025 B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. November 7, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes 2. January 2, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION: Commissioner Fisher MOVED to approve the November 7, 2025 and January 2, 2025 Parks & Recreation Commission minutes. Vice Chair Graham SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None. F. NEW BUSINESS 1. Discussion/Recommendation - Review work plan summary report from fy25 Director Best gave a staff report from information provided in the packet. MOTION: Commissioner Grieme MOVED to approve the Parks & Recreation Commission 2024 Annual Report for submission to the City Council. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 2. Discussion- Discuss work plan goals for 2025 Director Best gave a staff report from information provided in the packet, and clarified that he is currently seeking funding for the Old Town Park project. [Clerk’s Note: At 6:25 p.m. Chair Wisniewski passed the gavel to Vice Chair Graham and exited the meeting.] Support was expressed for adding a new objective for 2025, and continuing those from 2024; discussion included how to be a Parks & Recreation liaison for the community. G. REPORTS 1. Parks & Recreation Director – Director Best reported on the following: • Reviewed Midmonth reports as provided in the packet. • Interdepartmental efforts to help address flooding. • Future efforts to gather input from the community about the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. 2. Commission Chair – None. 3. City Council Liaison – Council Member Douthit reported on recent actions of the City Council. H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – None. I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – March 6, 2025 Commissioner Grieme noted she would be absent. Page 66 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Page 3 of 3 February 6, 2025 J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Grieme asked about the timeline for annual goals to be brought to the commission for discussion. Commissioner Bernard welcomed new commissioners; thanked Director Best for thorough work plan work plan and goal explanation. Vice Chair Graham suggested introducing commissioners at each meeting. K. ADJOURNMENT L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Parks & Recreation Midmonth Report – November 24 2. Parks & Recreation Midmonth Report – December 24 There being no further business before the Parks & Recreation Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of February 6, 2025. ___________________________________ Meghan Thibodeau Deputy City Clerk Page 67 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Derek Ables, Airport Manager DATE: February 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Airport Mid-month Report January 2025 AIP Grant 3-02-0142-078-2024 - The Airport is using this grant to purchase a plow/sander for winter snow operations. The Airport originally coordinated with Bob’s Services to get a quote which utilizes a state of Alaska procurement contract. When purchasing the sander, it was realized that the state contract is through RWC Group. The purchase order was corrected to the RWC Group. Bob’s Services is the subcontractor and will furnish and install all of the dump body, snow and ice equipment, and hydraulic equipment. Airport Restaurant- The Airport, Building Maintenance Department, and cleaning contractor have been working diligently to get the restaurant space ready for the new tenant, Debbie’s Food Services, LLC. We have been working closely with the new tenant to make the space what they need to be successful. While an official opening date has not been set, the setup process is going smoothly, and we are optimistic about an early March opening. Page 68 Page 2 of 3 Airport Mid-Month Report Page 2 of 3 Enplanements 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000 2023 -2024 Enplanements Total 2024 Total 2023 Linear (Total 2023) Month Grant 2024 Kenai 2024 Ravn 2023 Grant 2023 Kenai 2023 Total 2024 Total 2023 Change from 2023 to 2024 January 3218 1719 2799 2326 305 4937 5430 -493 February 3207 1553 2711 1199 229 4760 4139 621 March 3508 1325 2982 2236 280 4833 5498 -665 April 3847 1326 2529 2087 220 5173 4836 337 May 4024 1546 2547 2432 608 5570 5587 -17 June 4635 1624 2371 2740 590 6259 5701 558 July 6585 2231 4241 3067 836 8816 8144 672 August 7584 2798 4936 3592 1105 10382 9633 749 September 5291 1583 3429 2474 610 6874 6513 361 October 5090 1528 2159 2865 797 6618 5821 797 November 4301 1267 33 3508 1669 5568 5210 358 December 4338 1321 0 3439 1654 5659 5093 566 Total 55628 19821 30737 31965 8903 75449 71605 3844 Page 69 Page 3 of 3 Airport Mid-Month Report Page 3 of 3 Tower Operations Year 2022 2023 2024 2025 January 2882 4009 4927 4451 February 3117 2965 4313 March 4069 4874 5192 April 4697 4957 6022 May 5472 6786 6297 June 6072 5660 6998 July 5654 6337 6991 August 5020 6007 7602 September 5215 5950 6118 October 5312 5724 5710 November 3517 3404 5140 December 2907 3699 4010 Total 53934 60372 69320 4451 0 10000 20000 30000 40000 50000 60000 70000 80000 2022 2023 2024 2025 Tower Operations Total Per Year Page 70 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Dave Ross, Police Chief FROM: Juliana Scherma, Animal Control Chief DATE: February 4th, 2025 SUBJECT: January 2025 Monthly Report This month the Kenai Animal Shelter took in 28 animals. DOGS: INTAKE 10 DISPOSITION 9 Waiver 2 Adopted 5 Stray 7 Euthanized 0 Impound 0 Claimed 4 Protective Custody 0 Field Release 0 Quarantine 1 Transferred 0 CATS: INTAKE 18 DISPOSITION 16 Waiver 13 Adopted 14 Stray 5 Euthanized 0 Impound 0 Claimed 1 Protective Custody 0 Field Release 0 Quarantine 0 Transferred 1 Page 71 Page 2 of 2 3 Animal dropped with After Hours (days we are closed but cleaning and with KPD) 29 Field Investigations & patrols 4 Pet Food Bank Request 0 Volunteer Hours Logged 0 Citations 1 Community/Educational Outreach 27 Microchips Total Animal Contacts: 9 Animals are known borough animals 13 Animals are known City of Kenai 7 Animals are known City of Soldotna 0 Animals are unknown location Statistical Data: 34 2023 YTD Intakes 45 2024 YTD Intakes 28 2025 YTD Intakes January was a productive month for both our staff and shelter. We collaborated with a local pizzeria to distribute flyers featuring adoptable dogs alongside pizza deliveries, expanding our outreach efforts. Zach successfully completed his Code 3 Animal Control Officer training, enhancing our team's expertise. Additionally, we partnered with the Petco Love Lost program, enabling us to provide adopters with coupons for pet supplies upon proof of adoption. To further engage the community and promote socialization, we hosted a "Puppy Takeover" event in our lobby, inviting visitors to interact with our puppies and learn more about our shelter. OTHER ANIMALS: INTAKE 0 DISPOSITION 0 Chinchilla 0 Chinchilla 0 DOA: 7 OTHER STATISTICS: Dog 7 Licenses (City of Kenai Dog Licenses) 61 Cat 0 Rabies Clinic 0 Rabbit 0 Bird 0 Page 72 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Dave Swarner, Finance Director DATE: February 12, 2025 SUBJECT: Finance Department Mid-Month Report – January 2024 The department’s is focused on closing the books for 2024 and completion of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This process includes closing of the FY24 financial records, fiscal year end grant reporting, completion of the annual Audit and finally financial statement preparation. The initial draft should be sent to the auditors by February 14th. We are shifting our focus to the preparation for the FY25 annual budget. Initial budget information was sent to department heads on January 31st. There is much work to be done by all City departments over the next couple of months. Page 73 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Jay Teague, Fire Chief DATE: February 09, 2025 SUBJECT: Fire Department Mid-Month Report – January. January 2024 2025 % change Month totals 145 159 9.6% EMS 103 117 13.5% All Other 42 42 0% Training: Total training hours: • Total recorded hours- 240 (01/06/25-02/09/25) Special Topics/external training • Enstar provided annual safety training to the shifts • PFF Alberts working on EMT1; area familiarization, skills • PFF Nelson completed her District 3 map test; working on RIT skills now • DC Coots and FM Hamilton completed Certified Fire Investigator re-certification applications • PFF Nelson completed her CPR instructor process with CPH and will be ready soon to start teaching for the FD/City CPR/First Aid classes. Upcoming training • Regional paramedic refresher • Home Electric Annual safety training (March) Projects/Grants/Misc: • Still waiting to see if we are awarded AFG grant(April timeframe for awarding). • Working on 2026 Budget Worksheet for submission. • Fire Marshall completed 11 inspections in January and attended fire officials forum. Page 74 Page 2 of 2 Budget/Misc: Due to vacancies and shift coverage needs, our overtime budget will need consideration for supplementation. Page 75 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Stephanie Randall, Human Resources Director DATE: February 6, 2025 SUBJECT: Human Resources Activity – January 2025 Recruitment Human Resources worked with multiple departments on various recruitment efforts. The Library Department successfully recruited and extended offers for two part-time Library Aide positions. The Public Works Department initiated recruitment for a Utility Foreman and a Streets Equipment Operator. The Police Department welcomed a new officer and continued efforts to fill a second vacancy, while also beginning to recruit for a part-time Administrative Assistant I. The Fire Department began a recruitment for a firefighter position. Part-time openings received a higher number of applications, while full-time openings have attracted fewer qualified candidates resulting in longer recruitments. Safety There were five accidents reported during the month of January. Two resulted in Workers Compensation claims for minor injuries. Human Resources worked with Public Works Building Official to renew the City’s participation in the Loss Control Incentive Program offered through the City’s insurance provider, AMLJIA. The incentive safety program is designed to reduce losses and provide up to a 5% credit. As part of this program, a Safety Committee made up of representatives from various City departments met in January to review accidents and discuss safety concerns and all City employees were assigned a “Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls” course to be completed before June 30, 2025. Special Projects Human Resources worked with adminstration to review personnel classification revision requests for the FY26 fiscal year. Page 76 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Stephanie Randall, Human Resources Director DATE: February 6, 2025 SUBJECT: Human Resources Activity – January 2025 Recruitment Human Resources worked with multiple departments on various recruitment efforts. The Library Department successfully recruited and extended offers for two part-time Library Aide positions. The Public Works Department initiated recruitment for a Utility Foreman and a Streets Equipment Operator. The Police Department welcomed a new officer and continued efforts to fill a second vacancy, while also beginning to recruit for a part-time Administrative Assistant I. The Fire Department began a recruitment for a firefighter position. Part-time openings received a higher number of applications, while full-time openings have attracted fewer qualified candidates resulting in longer recruitments. Safety There were five accidents reported during the month of January. Two resulted in Workers Compensation claims for minor injuries. Human Resources worked with Public Works Building Official to renew the City’s participation in the Loss Control Incentive Program offered through the City’s insurance provider, AMLJIA. The incentive safety program is designed to reduce losses and provide up to a 5% credit. As part of this program, a Safety Committee made up of representatives from various City departments met in January to review accidents and discuss safety concerns and all City employees were assigned a “Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls” course to be completed before June 30, 2025. Special Projects Human Resources worked with adminstration to review personnel classification revision requests for the FY26 fiscal year. Page 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director DATE: February 6, 2025 SUBJECT: Library Report for January 2025 CIRCULATION 6,168 6,273 7,637 1,617 1,956 2,156 2023 2024 2025 Physical Checkouts January Digital Checkouts January PROGRAMS AND EVENTS 30 17 5 258 465 Everyone Adults Teens Children Babies and Toddlers SERVICES 6198 Visitors 59 New Members 519 Computer Sessions 6022 WiFi Sessions 188 Room Reservations 378 Hours of Use 775 Participants 50 Programs Program Attendance 6,255 1,302 2,156 421 65 Print DVD Digital Other Audio Page 78 Page 2 of 2 Page 79 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director DATE: February 12th SUBJECT: Mid-Month Report-January The lack of snow continues during the 2025 Winter. A slight snowfall in January was not enough to groom the Ski Trails. The annual Solstice Ski Event put on by Relay for Life was initially rescheduled from December 21st to January 21st, but due to the lack of snow and plethora of rain, the event had to be canceled for the 2025 winter. Recent cold weather has given the park staff an excellent opportunity to maintain the Skating pond at Daubenpeck Family Park. The pond is in excellent condition for skating and hockey (always skate at your own risk when skating on outdoor surfaces). There are currently two training goals on the pond for pick-up hockey! Rec Center attendance and participation in programs and reservations have been high this last month. The weekly schedule, which is posted every Monday, is attached. It includes Regular programs and reservations! Rec Center Visits January Weight Room/Cardio Room 1205 Racquetball /Wallyball 271 Shower/Sauna 71 Gymnasium 1584 Gym Rental Visits 514 Total Number of Visits 3645 Page 80 Daubenspeck Pond Page 81 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director FROM: Beth McDonald, Planning Assistant DATE: February 11, 2025 SUBJECT: Planning and Zoning – January 2025 Monthly Report General Information Planning & Zoning kicked off the year with a mission to enhance services from the department. The Planning Director undertook a full review of Kenai Municipal Code, Title 14 to develop a list of suggested changes for the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council to consider as we strive to modernize code and definitions. More uniform code enforcement policies for the City were also drafted for the administration’s consideration. Planning staff have also undertaken a review of all conditional use permits and have made suggestions to be brought up in a future work session with the Planning & Zoning Commission to enhance and streamline the conditional use permit process. The locations of all conditional permits were also examined to determine the potential for changes to be suggested for the City zoning map. Department Summary • Public Inquiries – See attached report *Note: Numbers for December do not include direct calls to the Planning Director or Planning Technician, only those through the general planning line. • Lands & Leases: o Updated the P/W Online map o Drafted easement for the Kenai Little League fence on Boys & Girls Club property o Located easements for City utilities in East Addition, Townsite of Kenai o Working with BLM regarding reversionary interest encumbering City lands along Kenai Spur between Mile 12 and Evergreen Street o ENA, LLC Lease agreement nearing execution o Obtained utility maps from HEA, GCI, ACS, Enstar on City owned Walker Lane parcel o Closed on remaining 2024 winter auction properties o Finalized execution of Crowley Lease Page 82 Page 2 of 2 o Continued discussions with Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives regarding Redoubt Ave. projects (Rainbow Flats & Northwoods developments) o Finalized Golf Course Assignment to KNC Golf, Inc. • Planning & Zoning – See attached report. • Conditional Use Permits – See attached report. The yearly compliance reports continue to come in. Sixty-three (63) CUPs have been determined compliant, with three (3) new and not requiring a report for 2024, six (6) are in progress (the property owner has been in contact with Staff) and 16 second notices have been sent. As of the date of this report, one (1) conditional use permit will be terminated for non- compliance. Code Enforcement and Compliance In January, Planning and Zoning received one (1) complaint and three (3) cases were closed. There is a cumulative total of eighteen (16) still open cases for 2024, one (1) for 2025. We are still working on the requirements for Cloud Permit, the code enforcement program. Planning and Zoning Commission Two (2) public meetings were held in the month of January with the following actions/recommendations. Resolution PZ2025-01 - Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Barber Heights for a replat of Lot 1, Riedel Subdivision in the Rural Residential (RR) Zoning District. Resolution PZ2025-02 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – The Lake at Kenai 2025 Addition for a Replat of Tract A, The Lake at Kenai 2016 Addition – Phase 1 in the Rural Residential (RR) Zoning District. Resolution PZ2025-03 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Beaver Loop Acres No. 3 Subdivision for a Subdivision of SW1/4 Nw1/4 & SW1/4 & S1/2 SE1/4 &NE1/4 SE1/4, Section 3, Township 5 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian in the Rural Residential (RR) Zoning District. Action/Approval – Recommending the Kenai City Council Enact Ordinance No. 3448-2025 – Amending Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.22.010 – Land Use Table to allow Airports as a principal permitted use in the Airport Light Industrial Zone. Action/Approval – Approving the Transfer of a Conditional Use Permit PZ2021-42 for the use of a Hotel (Short Term Recreational Rentals) on the property described as Lot 1, Block 2, Anglers Acres Sub Addn. No. 1, Part 2, located at 1230 Angler Drive within the Rural Residential Zoning District. Page 83 Page 84 Page 85 Page 86 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: David Ross, Police Chief DATE: February 7, 2025 SUBJECT: Police & Communications Department Activity – January 2025 Police handled 437 calls for service in January and 267 calls were received by dispatch via 911. Officers made 15 arrests. Traffic enforcement resulted in 153 traffic contacts with 26 traffic citations issued and there were no DUI arrests. There were 8 reported motor vehicle collisions. There were 2 collisions involving moose and no collisions involving drugs or alcohol. The Officer on the regional SWAT team attended two days of training. One police supervisor and the Dispatch supervisor travelled to Arizona with a contingent from the Hospital and other local emergency responders to review the process being used to handle individuals going through mental health crisis. One new officer started employment in January and left to Sitka for the four-month police academy. The Police Department continues to recruit for a second police vacancy. One part- time dispatcher left the City and that vacancy is already filled with a new employee starting in February. The School Resource Officer (SRO) taught DARE at Kaleidoscope Elementary, participated in intruder drills at two different schools, and handled a number of police related calls at the schools. 443 217 392 240 437 267 0 200 400 600 Total Police Service Calls 911 Calls Received 2023(Jan 1 - Jan 31)2024(Jan 1 - Jan 31)2025(Jan 1 - Jan 31) Page 87 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: February 12, 2025 SUBJECT: Public Works Mid-month Report February 2025 Capital Projects currently in process: • Parks & Recreation Master Plan – Finalizing contract • Emergency Services Facility Assessment – Finalizing contract • Dugout Replacement Construction – Releasing for bid • KMA Apron Sealcoating and Crack Sealing – Releasing for bid • Kenai Municipal Airport Runway Rehabilitation Project - In design phase • Kenai Municipal Airport Operations Building HVAC Controls Upgrade & Boiler Replacement Project – Construction/Submittal approvals through FAA • Kenai Municipal Airport Master Plan Update – In process • USACE Kenai Bluff Bank Stabilization Project – Construction to start May 16 • Wastewater Plant Digester Blowers Replacements – Finishing design • Water Treatment Plant Pumphouse – In design • Harbor Float Replacement – Procuring materials Capital Projects in planning to be started this winter: • Senior Center Front Entry and Canopy Repair • Vintage Point Kitchen/Bathroom Remodel Design • Sewer Lift Station Upgrades • Street Lighting Improvement Design • Community Wildfire Protection Plan Phase III • Cemetery Expansion The Building Department has issued 2 residential and 2 commercial building permits to start calendar year 2025. We have promoted James Hegar our Waste & Sewer Lead to Utility Foreman. We are working on backfilling our Lead positions for Utilities and will start interviews for a Streets Equipment Operator soon. Our Buildings group is finishing remodel of the Public Works area in City Hall to accommodate additional staff. Page 88 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director FROM: Astrea Piersee, Administrative Assistant III DATE: February 4, 2025 SUBJECT: January 2025 Monthly Report January brought wet, icy, and frigid conditions, leading to lower-than-average attendance for congregate meals, largely due to illness and weather-related challenges. The Center continues to experience lower meal registration numbers. To address this, we have been working alongside volunteers to assist seniors with the registration process and signing in for activities upon arrival. To close out January, the Kenai Senior Center hosted its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. In 2024, volunteers dedicated an impressive 5,610 hours to supporting the Center. At the federal average rate of $33.49 per hour, their contributions represent a cost savings of $187,879. 2025 2024 Home Delivered Meals 1963 2063 Individuals 99 106 Dining Room (Congregate) Meals 848 1384 Individuals 130 168 Transportation (1-way rides) 158 322 Individuals 16 29 Grocery Shopping Assistance 10/21 21/58 Writers Group 23 33 Caregiver Support Group 10 22 Growing Stronger Exercise 223 299 Tai Chi Class 46 51 TOPS Weight Loss Class 45 61 Bluegrass & Music Sessions 43 83 Card Games 84 44 Wii Bowling 14 41 Arts & Crafts 39 48 Total Event Sign-ins * 1608 2027 Individuals * 206 231 Vintage Pointe Manor Vacancies 0 1 *(not including home meals clients) Page 89 Project Homeless Connect: 2025 Data Brought to you in partnership with the Kenai Peninsula Continuum of Care, the Kenai Peninsula Homelessness Coalition, and the Kenai Peninsula Project Homeless Connect Sub-committee Speaker: Jodi Stuart-PR Chair Our Goals •Connect people to services efficiently and effectively that would otherwise be difficult to access •Build a more compassionate community •Reduce stigma •Provide data Our Organizational Structure CoC is a regional planning body that coordinates housing and services funding for homeless families and individuals Mission: To help individuals and families experiencing homelessness achieve stability A one-day event to connect people to services Photo courtesy of Merrill Sikorski Photo courtesy of Merrill Sikorski 2025 Point in Time Count/PHC Where did you sleep on 1/27/2025? The Point in Time Count is a count of sheltered and unsheltered persons experiencing homelessness carried out on one night in the last 10 calendar days of January.According to HUD guidance,the PIT count should be completed using unduplicated counts or statistically reliable estimates of persons experiencing homelessness in both sheltered and unsheltered locations on a single night. Project Homeless Connect is honored as a best practice model by HUD. Types of Homelessness For 2025 •Homeless: 17% •Institutional:0% •Temporary/Permanent: 72% *11% reported “Other” Photos courtesy of Merrill Sikorski Episodes of Homelessness •1st Time: 33% •2nd -3rd Time: 21% •4 or More Times: 29% What the people need: •75% stated if an emergency cold weather shelter existed, they would use it. •Primary needs reported: Food, Clothing, & Employment •Secondary Needs: Transportation, Utility Assistance, Vehicle Repairs Highlights of the 2025 Event 15 dogs & 1 cat received services. 11 dogs were vaccinated. 115 individuals participated representing a total of 185 community members 49% reported this was their first PHC event 20% were between 18- 34, prime employability 12% were veterans 12% slept in the car the night prior 37% had been homeless for a year or more 50% reported their last permanent address in Kenai Primary reasons for homelessness was either illness/injury or the “other” category 51% reported being a survivor of domestic violence Photo’s courtesy of Merrill Sikorski Kenai Peninsula Stats Shelter of Hope As of 2/19/2025: •228 adults have been housed •59 children have been housed •36 pets •54,000 meals served Equating to 18,652 bed nights since operation in December 2022! Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you for allowing us to speak today. At Project Homeless Connect, we believe that no one deserves to lose hope. Help us help them in 2026. Questions? 1 | P a g e KENAI PENINSULA 2025 PROJECT HOMELESS CONNECT REPORT No one deserves to lose hope 2 | P a g e The Homeless Action Coalition is proud to report on the Kenai Peninsula’s 14th Annual Project Homeless Connect event held on January 28, 2025. Our success is due to the collaborative effort between service providers, the private sector, volunteers, and the community members. A special thank-you to the following: Event Co-Chairs: Kathy Gensel & Frank Alioto Donations: PCH Chairs Intake: Cheri Smith Volunteers: Beth Selby Food: Kenai Peninsula Food Bank Check Out: Teresa Vick, Andy Knapp, and Provider Services/Vendors: Leslie Rohr Sheri Boggs Publicity: Jodi Stuart & Ellen Grasso Fundraising: Kathy Gensel Transportation: Taylor Cochran & Jessica Schultz Logistics: Kathy Gensel & Frank Alioto Steering Committee Abby Struffert Frank Alioto Margie McCord Alecia Gottlob Gitano Morales Marquitta Andrus Alyssa Stanton Janice Nightingale Mary Bell Amanda McKinley Jason Warfle Mary Starrs Armstrong Annie Garay Jennifer Randleas Matt Forester Ashlyn O’Hara Jessica Schultz Melanie Luna Becky Friedman Jodi Stuart Melissa Martin Becky T. Julie Bunch Paul Whitney Beth Selby Justin Works Raquel Eisenmann Brent Hibbert Karla Evants Shelby West Carolyn Potter Kathy Gensel Sheri Boggs Claire Jones Kathryn Dunagan Sheryl Cook Cheri Smith Ken Velotta Tami Marsters Desmeranda Napoka Krista Schooley Taylor Cochran Dolly Wiles Leslie Rohr Tim Navarre Dylanrose Edwards Levi Sutton Tonya Silk Ellen Grasso Lindsey Anasogak Demographics of Population Served One hundred fifteen (115) individuals participated in the PHC event. The total household number based on participant input was 185. A total of 49 out of 97 individuals (51%) who completed an Exit Survey reported this was their first time participating in the Kenai Peninsula Project Homeless Connect event. Fifteen (15) dogs and 1 cat received pet services at the event; 11 dogs were vaccinated. A total of 22 participants received assorted pet supplies. 3 | P a g e Gender Age Frequency Percent Under age 18 3 3% 18 - 24 4 3% 25 - 34 20 17% 35-44 27 24% 45-54 21 18% 55-64 26 23% 65 and older 13 11% NA / DK 1 1% Total 115 100% Race / Ethnicity Frequency Percent American Indian / AK Native 33 28% Asian / Asian American 1 1% Hispanic / Latino 0 0 Black, African American 1 1% Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 2 2% Non-Hispanic/Non-Latino 0 0 White 77 67% Middle Eastern or North African 0 0 NA / DK 1 1% Total 115 100% Frequency Percent Male 54 47% Female 60 52% Transgender 0 0 Non-Binary 0 0 Questioning 0 0 Culturally specific identity 0 0 Different identity 1 1% NA / DK 0 0 Total 115 100% 4 | P a g e Veteran Frequency Percent Yes 14 12% No 101 88% NA / DK 0 0 Total 115 100% Branch of Service Frequency Percent Air Force 1 7% Army 10 72% Navy 2 14% Marine Corps 0 0 Coast Guard 0 0 National Guard 1 7% NA / DK 0 0 Total 14 100% Slept Prior Night Frequency Percent Street / Homeless camp 6 5% Abandoned property 0 0 Vehicle / car 14 12% Homeless shelter 13 11% Friends / family 30 26% My apartment / house 36 32% Hotel / motel 3 3% Jail / institution 0 0 Other 13 11% Total 115 100% Other included sober living, undriveable travel trailer, camper and outpatient residential. Household Frequency Percent By Myself (single)60 52% With Household 55 48% Total 115 100% Household total = 161 5 | P a g e How long Homeless Frequency Percent Less than 1 year 43 37% 1 year or more 43 37% Don’t know / Refused 29 26% Total 115 100% Number times homeless in past 3 years 1st time 38 33% 2 – 3 times 24 21% 4 or more times 33 29% NA / DK 20 17% Total 115 100% Number Months spent homeless in past 3 years Fewer than 12 months 46 40% 12 months or more 50 43% NA / DK 19 17% Total 115 100% Disability Frequency Percent None 28 33% Alcohol Use Disorder 7 8% Chronic Health Condition 27 31% Developmental 11 13% Drug Use Disorder 12 14% HIV/AIDS 0 0 Mental Health Disorder 38 44% Physical Disability 60 70% NA / DK 1 1% **Percentages above based on 86 individuals (75%) who disclosed one or more disabling conditions. Survivor or Victim of Domestic Violence Frequency Percent Yes 59 51% No 55 48% NA / DK 1 1% Total 115 100% Of those who answered yes, 76% were female and 24% were male. 6 | P a g e Participant Exit Survey = 97 (84%) Rating Excellent Very Good Fair Poor The event was helpful to me. NA 76 (78%) 1 (1%) 18 (19%)2 (2%) I felt respected and supported. NA 79 (82%) 4 (4%) 12 (12%)2 (2%) How did you hear about the event? Friend/Family Freedom House Central Peninsula Hospital Flyers Love, INC.Veteran’s Administration Facebook Food Bank Kenaitze Indian Tribe Newspaper FCS The LeeShore Center Neighbor PCHS Therapist Word of mouth Job Center Doctor’s office Probation office Would you use an Emergency Cold Weather Shelter in community if available? Yes = 73 (75%)No = 18 (19%)NA = 6 (6%) Suggestions for notification of Cold Weather Shelter: Radio or website Internet alert Call by phone Signs Facebook TV Flyers Public announcement Email Text Online ad Number of Individuals in Household Age 13 and Under 36 Age 14 - 24 15 Age 25 and Over 134 Total 185 Primary Reason for Homelessness Frequency Percent Loss or lack of Job 8 9% Work hours cut 2 2% 7 | P a g e Lack of or no money 8 9% Rent / Utility Increase 1 1% Lease Violation 0 0 Illness / Injury 13 13% Substance Abuse 7 7% Domestic Violence 4 4% Family Dispute 0 0 Aged out Foster Care 0 0 Jail / Prison Release 2 2% Treatment Center Release 0 0 Loss of Roommate 0 0 Divorce 0 0 Eviction 1 1% New to Community 3 3% **Other (see below)39 40% NA / Refused 9 9% Total 97 100% **Other includes: fire, death, disabled, seasonal rental or job, lack of work, unemployed, widowed, living in hotel, can’t afford rent, lack income, lost home, no heat in home, family lifestyle, series of circumstances, financial, felon, lack of housing. Have you had to move due to a seasonal rental unit? Yes = 16 (16%)No = 78 (81%)NA = 3 (3%) Zip code of last permanent address Frequency Percent Kenai 48 50% Soldotna 23 24% Kasilof 6 6% Sterling 5 5% Ninilchik 1 1% Anchor Point 1 1% Nikiski 6 6% Clam Gulch 2 2% Anchorage 1 1% Fairbanks 1 1% Palmer 1 1% Oregon 1 1% Kentucky 1 1% Refused / don’t know 0 0 Total 97 100% 8 | P a g e Form of Transportation Frequency Percent Own Vehicle 40 41% Friend/Family Member 16 17% Public Transport 4 4% Taxi 5 5% Walk / Ride Bike 28 29% Hitchhike 1 1% NA / Refused 3 3% Total 97 100% Besides housing what is your primary need right now? Food Propane Heat assistance Clothing Laundry / shower Legal assistance Transportation Water Home repairs Money Rental assistance Gas vouchers Housing Fire wood Children’s clothing Employment Insurance Glasses Utility assistance Haircut Public assistance Basic hygiene items Dental Dog services Electric assistance Medical insurance Tires Vehicle repair funds Wood (heat home)Help with bills & rent Cold weather gear Counseling Porta potty SNAP benefits Heating oil **Food, clothing, and employment were the top requests First Project Homeless Connect event? Yes = 49 (51%) No = 45 (46%)NA = 3 (3%) 9 | P a g e Our gratitude and thanks to all the following volunteers, vendors, and donors who helped make this event possible! VOLUNTEERS Aaron Haskell Francine McKinney Marquitta Andrus Abby Struffert Frank Alioto Mary Ann McBride Alecia Gottlob Gigi Roberts Mary Bell Alyssa Stanton Gitano Morales Mary Starrs Armstrong Amanda McKinley Hal Smalley Matt Forester Amanda Moran Hannah Smith Maureen DiFranco Amelia Inman Hans Hesse Melanie Luna Analise Goedeke Isaac Cryer Mersha Tamrat Andy Knapp Jane Parrish Monique Shirley Angela Coffell Janice Nightingale Nicki McTrusty Angela Holland Jared Penning Nicole Anasogak Anna Nick Jason Warfle Nikki Marcano Annie Garay Jaylyn McWilliams Patricia Young Anthony Long Jennifer Randleas Patti Eissler Ashlyn O’Hara Jerry Rombach Paul Whitney Autumn Carlson Jill Abeor Peggy Rogers Barbara Norbeck Joanna Samson-Sills Rachel Parre 10 | P a g e Becky Friedman Jodi Lart Raquel Eisenmann Beth Selby Jodi Stuart Rayson Coffell Bonnie Kashatok Joe Kasper Rebecca Friedman Breanna Mahaffey John Tuttle Rick Oelrich Captain Lyndzi Gaucin Jon Johnson Rhoda Dolifka Carisa Anne Zeiger Joshua Gorenflo Ronda Oglesby Carolyn Lopez Julie Bunch Roy Standerman Carolyn Potter Justin Works Ruthann Truesdell Cayla Boettcher Karla Evants Rylee Jackson Charlie Fancyboy Katie Cooper Sally Oelrich Chelsey Carter Katie Cowgill Sara Sproul Cheri Smith Kathryn Dunagan Saundra Wellborn Cindy Rombach Kathy Gensel Seryn Trammell Claire Jones Kaye Reed Sharon Peterson Clarissa Nayokup Kayla Hanley Shelby West Clint Hagel KC Long Sheri Boggs Cody Golant Kelli Sullivan Sherry Martinovich Cody Walker Ken Velotta Sheryl Cook Courtney Mitchell Kenai River Wolfpack Soldotna Police Explorers Cynthia Long Rugby Team Post #426 Debi Johansen Kim Fannon Sofia Costales Deborah Nyguist Kim Christianson Stacie McLeod Dennis Murray Kim Lewis Steve Mussman Desiree Foote Krista Schooley Susie Smalley Desmeranda Napoka Leslie Rohr Tamera Mapes Dolly Wiles Levi Sutton Tami Marsters Don Schindler Lieutenant Jacob Ries Tamra Daman Donna Cutman Lindsey Anasogak Tawnya Barrickman Dr. Grady Austin Lisa Hutchens Taylor Cochran Dylanrose Edwards Liz Leduc Teresa Vick Elaine Larson Louis Hubbard Tim Navarre Ellen Grasso Lucas Netherland Tonya Silk Eric McDonald Lynnette Haas Twyla Mundy Erin Martin Marie Weller William Riche Explorer Owen Johnson Marissa Wilson VENDORS ABC Life Choices Kenai Vet Center/American Legion AK. Breast & Cervical Screening/S.A.F.R.Kenaitze Indian Tribe Family & Social AK. DOL – Peninsula Job Center Services AK. Housing Finance Corporation Kenaitze / Salamatof TDHE Alaska State Commission for Human Rights Lions Club 11 | P a g e Breathe Free Coalition Love, INC. CARTS Nikiski Shelter of Hope Change 4 the Kenai Pastoral Care Cook Inlet Counseling Peninsula Community Health Services DMV Raw Cuts – Mersha Tamrat Freedom House SOA Division of Voc. Rebab Friendship Mission SOA Public Assistance Frontier Community Services Soldotna Animal Hospital Hospice Susan Smalley Ideal Options Tamara Mapes Independent Living Center The LeeShore Center Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic 27 Red Salon Kenai Peninsula Food Bank US Dept. of Veteran’s Affair, KP Kenai Public Health CASH AND IN-KIND DONATIONS AIH Kenaitze Indian Tribe Alaska Housing Finance Corporation Knights of Columbus Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Kroger / Safeway Aspen Hotel 988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline Breath Free Coalition North Star United Methodist Church Bishop’s Attic Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Cadre Feed Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church Central Peninsula Hospital Peninsula Community Health Services Christ Lutheran Church Peninsula Dog Obedience Group Christ of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Project Homeless Connect City of Kenai Save U More Cook Inlet Counseling Serenity House Evenson Heritage Lodge Soldotna Animal Hospital/Dr. Grady Austin Fred Meyer Soldotna Chamber of Commerce Frontier Community Services Soldotna Regional Sports Complex Imagination Library Soldotna Rotary Club Independent Living Center Soldotna United Methodist Church Jennifer Randleas Spenard Builders Supply Kenai Peninsula Interfaith Group Sweeney’s Clothing Kenai Peninsula Food Bank Three Bears Kenai Peninsula Foundation Toni Loop Kenai Public Health Walmart Kenai United Methodist Church We sincerely apologize if we have missed any donor or volunteers A special thank you to the City of Soldotna Parks & Rec Employees for all their hard work! Endnote: Data was secured through the PHC event on January 28, 2025. Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 1 of 3 February 19, 2025 Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting February 19, 2025 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) 1. Project Homeless Connect 2025, Executive Director of Love INC Leslie Rohr. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated) E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3449-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund – Police Department and Accepting Grants from the United States Department of Justice and Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association for the Purchase of Ballistic Vests. (Administration) 2. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3450-2025 - Amending Sections of Kenai Municipal Code Title 23 - Personnel Regulations, Sections 23.05.070 - Definitions, 23.25.080 - Promotion, 23.30.030 - Probationary Period for Employees in the Classified Service, and 23.55.020 - Compensation Structure by Grade for Employees in the Classified Service, to Ensure a Consistent Approach to Pay Adjustments for City Employees. (Administration) 3. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-15 - Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Lease of Airport Reserve Lands Between the City of Kenai and ENA, Limited Liability Corporation for Lots 5A and 5B, FBO Subdivision No. 10, to be Described as Lot 5C, FBO Subdivision 2024 Addition Upon Approval of Final Plat. (Administration) F. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of February 5, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 2 of 3 February 19, 2025 H. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration) 2. *Action/Approval - First Extension to the Agreement with Guardian Security Systems, Inc. for Security Guard Services at the Kenai Municipal Airport. (Administration) 3. *Action/Approval - Council Confirmation of Mayoral Nomination of Gina Kuntzman to the Council on Aging Commission. (Gabriel) 4. *Ordinance No. 3451-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Equipment, Furniture, and Programming. (Administration) 5. *Ordinance No. 3452-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Polar Bear and Brown Bear Taxidermy Donation from the Warren E Johnson Estate for Display in the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal. (Administration) 6. *Ordinance No. 3453-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 – Purchases and Sales, Sections 7.15.060 – Procurement of Professional Services and 7.15.070 – Innovative Procurements and Other Exceptions, to Allow Insurance Coverages to be Procured by Direct Negotiation and Authorize Other Procurement Exceptions Subject to City Council Approval by Resolution. (Knackstedt) 7. *Ordinance No. 3454-2025 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 23.35.032 - Arbitration Panel to Amend the Member Terms from Indefinite Terms to Three-Year Terms. (City Clerk) 8. *Ordinance No. 3455-2025 - Authorizing the Purchase of a Used Ventrac Tractor and Attachments from KNC Golf, Inc., that Deviates from Procurement Procedures Authorized by Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 7.15 Purchases and Sales. (Administration) 9. APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. Action/Approval - Authorizing the City Manager to Modify the Agreement with the Kenai Peninsula Borough for Accepting Landfill Leachate at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. (Administration) 10. SUPPORTED UNANIMOUSLY. Discussion/Action - Digester Blowers Standardization. (Administration) 11. Discussion - Grants to Other Agencies - Annual Reports. (Douthit) I. COMMISSION REPORTS 1. Council on Aging Commission 2. Airport Commission 3. Harbor Commission 4. Parks and Recreation Commission 5. Planning and Zoning Commission 6. Beautification Commission J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager 2. City Attorney 3. City Clerk Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 3 of 3 February 19, 2025 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 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. Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/J1If0VUzTm63fb5URHsT4w