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April 02, 2025
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
April 02, 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. Kenai River Quality Monitoring Funding, Kenai Watershed Forum, Environmental Scientist and
Water Quality Coordinator, Benjamin Meyer.
2. Request for Land Donation, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives, Inc., Finance Director Dana
Gregoire.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Resolution No. 2025-21 - Amending City Council Policies 20.010 - Recording Council
Meetings, and 20.020 Standing Commissions and Other Advisory Body Procedures, to
Establish that Meeting Recordings are Retained in Accordance with the Records Management
Schedule and Record Retention Policy of the City. (City Clerk)
2. Resolution No. 2025-22 - Amending Council Policy 20.000 Agenda & Packet - Preparation,
Distribution and Publication, to Establish a Twenty Minute Aggregate Time Limit for Scheduled
Public Comment and a Thirty Minute Aggregate Time Limit for Unscheduled Public Comment.
(Gabriel)
F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of March 19, 2025. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Ordinance No. 3462-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations to the Kenai Animal
Shelter for the Purchase of Equipment and Supplies. (Administration)
3. Action/Approval - Council on Aging Commission 2025 Work Plan. (City Clerk)
4. Discussion - Scheduling a Budget Work Session. (Administration)
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
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizens Comments (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Review and Discussion of the City Manager's Evaluation Which May be a Subject that Tends
to Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Manager [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)].
2. Review and Discussion of the City Attorney's Evaluation Which May be a Subject that Tends to
Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Attorney [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)].
3. Review and Discussion of the City Clerk's Evaluation Which May be a Subject that Tends to
Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Clerk [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)].
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.
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Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to
register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/am9d7e9fS9KAMhuetsTcKA
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Memo: Kenai River Water Quality Monitoring Deliverables and Financial Detail
Brian Gabriel
Mayor’s Office, City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave.
Kenai, AK 99611
March 26, 2025
Dear Mayor Gabriel and Council,
Thank you for the opportunity to present to the city council on March 5th. The council’s decision to
renew the memorandum of understanding for the Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Monitoring
program speaks to the foresight and value of this work. A brief video highlighting this project is available
on our YouTube channel1, and additional details are on our website2.
As discussed, we advocate that the City of Kenai resume its annual contribution to at least the $5,000
level. While we constantly seek new partners and grant support, local partners will always remain the
bedrock of this work. In 2025, it is likely that some federal partners we’ve long counted on will be
unable to support this project. Additional financial details are presented or linked to in the following
pages.
We are eager to share more about the project and look forward to speaking with you. Thank you for
your support and consideration.
Sincerely,
Benjamin Meyer
Research Coordinator
Kenai Watershed Forum
ben@kenaiwatershed.org
(907) 232-0280
Trent Dodson
Executive Director
Kenai Watershed Forum
executivedirector@kenaiwatershed.org
(907) 260-5449 ext. 1206
1 YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txGNjfH9hqY
2 Project website: https://www.kenaiwatershed.org/kenai-river-baseline-water-quality-monitoring/
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City of Kenai – Financial history and deliverables
Financial contribution history from City of Kenai
• 2010 – 2023 - $5,000 annual contribution
• 2024: $1,500 contribution (3% of total budget or 10% of laboratory expenses)
• Additional finance details available on the following page and linked in the footnotes3,4
Past Project Deliverables
• 2000 - 2016 Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Assessment5
• Results posted annually to www.kenaiwatershed.org/about-kwf/news-media
o Annually: 22 sampling locations, two sampling events, ~240 total samples, ~200 hours
contributed annually from agency staff and volunteers
Future Project Deliverables
• Publishing the new 2000 – 2025 Kenai River Baseline Water Quality Assessment (anticipated
December 2025)
• Six in-person public meetings in communities throughout the Kenai River watershed to share
results from the 2000 – 2025 assessment, and receive public feedback (Winter 2025 – 2026)
• Draft a Kenai River Water Quality Action Plan document, incorporating public feedback as well
as results from other monitoring efforts (e.g. state and federal agencies) to make management
recommendations
• Continued applications to multiple public and private organizations for financial support to
cover monitoring expenses
3 Project finance history: https://kenai-watershed-forum.github.io/kenai-river-wqx/finance_history.html
4 2025 Project Budget: https://bit.ly/kenai_wqx_finance_2025
5 2016 Report: https://www.kenaiwatershed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Kenai-Watershed-Forum-Baseline-
Water-Quality-Assessment-2016-1.pdf
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Year 2025 Project Finances
Table 1 – Projected expenses and in-kind support for 2025.
Expense Type Provider In-Kind Invoice Total
Data Management & Analysis Kenai Watershed Forum $14,028.80 $14,028.80
Field equipment TTT $3,660.00 $3,660.00
Fieldwork time Agency Volunteers* $6,817.92 $6,817.92
Lab Analysis
SGS Laboratories $15,675.00 $15,675.00
Soldotna Wastewater Treatment
Plant $6,720.00 $6,720.00
Other
Alert Expediters $90.00 $90.00
SGS Laboratories $250.00 $250.00
Project Prep & Management
Total
$3,507.20 $3,507.20
Grand Total $13,537.92 $37,211.00 $50,748.92
Table 2- Projected sources of 2025 revenue.
Organization
2025
Projected
Income
City of Kenai $1,500.00
AK Dept. of Natural Resources $3,000.00
Kenai Peninsula Borough $5,000.00
US Forest Service** $0.00
Kenaitze Indian Tribe $4,500.00
Kenai National Wildlife Refuge $5,000.00
Table 3 – Summary table for 2025 finances.
Total Invoice Expenses $37,211.00
Total In-Kind Support $13,537.92
Total Budget $50,748.92
2025 Projected Income $19,000.00
2025 Projected Revenue Gap -$18,211.00
* Organizations providing in-kind labor and services for 2025 include but are not limited to: Alaska Dept. of
Environmental Conservation, Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game, Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association, Homer Soil
and Water Conservation District, Kenaitze Indian Tribe, Kenai Peninsula College, Kenai Watershed Forum, Mister
Kenai Sportfishing, City of Soldotna, and US Forest Service.
** We received notice on 3/12/2025 that the US Forest Service will be unlikely to be able to contribute in 2025,
which normally amounts to $4.5k
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CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-21
A RESOLUTION AMENDING CITY COUNCIL POLICIES 20.010 - RECORDING COUNCIL MEETINGS,
AND 20.020 STANDING COMMISSIONS AND OTHER ADVISORY BODY PROCEDURES, TO
ESTABLISH THAT MEETING RECORDINGS ARE RETAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
RECORDS MANAGEMENT SCHEDULE AND RECORD RETENTION POLICY OF THE CITY.
WHEREAS, Council Policy 20.010 - Recording Council Meetings, currently requires Council meetings to
be electronically recorded and the recording retained for six-years; and,
WHEREAS, Council Policy 20.020 - Standing Commissions and other Advisory Body Procedures,
currently requires Advisory Commission meetings and Planning and Zoning Commission meetings be
electronically recorded, retained for two years for Advisory Commissions and six years for the Planning
and Zoning Commission; and,
WHEREAS, the current City records management schedule and record retention policy as adopted,
requires Audio/Visual Recordings of Councils, Boards or Commission to be retained for ten-years; and,
WHEREAS, amending the retention requirements in policy to refer to the retention schedule as approved
by Council would prevent any future conflicts if or when the retention schedule is amended.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That City Council Policy 20.010 - Recording Council Meetings as amended and attached
is hereby adopted.
Section 2. That City Council Policy 20.020 - Standing Commissions and Other Advisory Body
Procedures as amended and attached is hereby adopted.
Section 3. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 2ND DAY OF APRIL, 2025.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL – 20.010
RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS
Effective Date: October 19, 2017 Last Action Date: April 2, 2025
See Also: Approved by: City Council
20.010 Recording City Council Meetings and Work Sessions Page 1 of 1
POLICY – 20.010 Recording City Council Meetings and Work Sessions
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to establish procedures, other than those provided in KMC Title 1, for recording
City Council meetings, work sessions, and joint work sessions hosted by City Council.
Note: Committees, Commissions and the Council on Aging are regulated by KMC 1.90 and City Council Policy No.
20.020 - Commission, Committee and Council on Aging Procedures. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission
is also regulated by KMC 14.05.
Scope
This policy applies to City Council and to all advisory bodies appointed by the City Council when meeting jointly
with the City Council.
Policy
A. Meeting Minutes, Summaries and Recordings
1. All City Council meetings and work sessions, including joint work sessions hosted by the Kenai City
Council, will be electronically recorded and retained for 6 (six) years in accordance with City of Kenai
records management schedule and record retention policy as adopted by the City Council pursuant to
KMC 10.30.030.
2. Exceptions:
a. Meetings held solely for the purpose of interviewing candidates for positions for employment by the
City Council and the part of meetings held in executive session may not be recorded.
b. Work Sessions or any portions thereof held outdoors or any other location when recording is not
practicable may not be recorded.
3. Meeting minutes shall be produced by the Office of the City Clerk for all City Council regular and special
meetings. Minutes approved by City Council are the official records of the meetings.
______________________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________________________
Shellie Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Policy History: Resolution No.’s 2017-64; 2023-12; 2025-XX
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CITY COUNCIL – 20.020
STANDING COMMISSIONS AND OTHER ADVISORY BODY PROCEDURES
Effective Date: March 5, 2014 Last Action Date: June 19, 2024
See Also: Approved by: City Council
20.020 Standing Commissions & Other Advisory Body Procedures Page 1 of 4
POLICY – 20.020 Standing Commissions and other Advisory Body Procedures.
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to establish procedures, other than those provided in KMC 1.90, for Standing
Commission and other Advisory Bodies established by the Council.
Scope
This policy applies to all standing commissions or other advisory bodies appointed by the City Council. In
addition to this policy the following Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) provisions are applicable:
Airport Commission is also regulated by KMC 1.95.010
Beautification Commission is also regulated by KMC 1.95.020
Council on Aging Commission is also regulated by KMC 1.95.030 and the Council on Aging By-Laws
Harbor Commission is also regulated by KMC 1.95.040
Parks and Recreation Commission is also regulated by KMC 1.95.050
Planning and Zoning Commission is also regulated by KMC 14.05.
Policy
A. Appointment and Reappointments
1. An application for consideration of appointment or reappointment to a Standing Commission or other
Advisory Body of the Council must be submitted to the City Clerk.
2. The Mayor nominates an applicant for appointment or reappointment and by motion, the City Council
confirms.
B. Establishing Subcommittees
1. A subcommittee of a Standing Commission or other advisory body may be established for a specific
function upon approval of Council.
C. Meeting Schedules
1. Standing Commission schedules are as follows:
Commission / Committee /
Council on Aging Meeting Schedule Scheduled Meeting Days
Airport Commission Monthly Second Thursday of the month
Beautification Meetings held January, April,
May, September and October
Second Tuesday of the month
Council on Aging Monthly Second Thursday of the month
Harbor Commission Meetings held February,
March, April, May, June,
August, September and
November
First Monday after first Council
meeting of the month
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Library Commission (Suspended as of 2015, Ordinance No. 2815-2015)
Parks & Recreation Commission Monthly, except for July First Thursday of the month
Planning & Zoning Commission Twice monthly Second & fourth Wednesday
2. All regular meetings will be held in the Kenai City Hall Council Chambers with the exception of the
Council on Aging Commission who shall meet at the Senior Center, unless offsite arrangements are
approved by the Clerk. Exceptions for subcommittee meetings may be made with the advance notice of
the City Clerk.
3. Regularly scheduled meeting times will be approved by Council.
4. Special meetings (for a specific purpose) on an as-needed basis may be scheduled with the Clerk’s
approval and notification to the Council and City Manager.
5. Meetings may be cancelled or rescheduled by the City Clerk, with notification to Council and the City
Manager, if cancellation or rescheduling is warranted, i.e. lack of agenda items, pre-knowledge of lack
of a quorum, etc.
6. Any additional commissions or other advisory bodies established by Council will be set and incorporated
into the meeting schedule by the City Council.
D. Minutes & Meeting Recordings
1. With exception of the Planning & Zoning Commission, taking notes and electronically recording
meetings shall be the responsibility of department liaison to the specific Standing Commission or
advisory body. The Clerk's Office shall take notes and record the meeting for the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
2. Action minutes will be produced by the Clerk's Office from the department liaisons notes and provided
to the City Council as official records of the meetings. Summary minutes will be produced by the Clerk’s
Office for Planning and Zoning Commission items when the item is quasi-judicial.
3. Regularly scheduled m Meetings shall be electronically recorded and with the exception of Planning &
Zoning Commission, shall be kept for two years.
4. Planning & Zoning Commission meeting recordings shall be kept for 6 years retained in accordance with
the City of Kenai records management schedule and record retention policy as adopted by the City
Council pursuant to KMC 10.30.030.
E. Work Sessions
1. Work sessions may not be held without the approval of the City Clerk unless they occur on the night of
and at the time of a regularly scheduled advertised meeting. Notification of scheduled work session shall
be provided to City Council and the City Manager. Work session may be requested by Council, the liaison
or Chair of the body.
2. During work sessions, only items on the work session agenda may be discussed and no formal actions
may be taken.
3. At a minimum, work sessions shall be posted on the Official City Bulletin Board in Kenai City Hall and
on the city website at least five days prior to the meeting.
F. Basic Meeting Information
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1. All meetings shall be open to the public.
2. At a minimum, meeting notices shall be posted on the Official City Bulletin Board in Kenai City Hall and
on the city website at least five days prior to the meeting.
3. Meeting agendas shall be established by the Chair and the department liaison and shall be relevant to
the authority of the Standing Commission or other advisory body as designated within the bylaws or
Kenai Municipal Code. Items requiring commission action under applicable municipal code prior to final
action by the Council, as distinguished from advisory recommendations, will be referred to the respective
body prior to any final Council action. The City Council, by motion, may refer any other item to be placed
on an agenda seeking a recommendation from the respective Standing Commission or other advisory
body.
4. The department liaison shall submit items for the agenda and supporting documentation to the Clerk's
Office one week prior to a meeting, no later than 2:00 p.m. The Clerk's Office will compile meeting
material and distribute. The Planning & Zoning Commission is exempt from this requirement as the
Planning Department advertises, compiles meeting material and distributes for its commission.
5. Rules of Order: Pursuant to KMC 1.15.120(b) and KMC 1.90.050(c), in all matters of parliamentary
procedure, Robert's Rules of Order, as revised shall be applicable and govern all meetings, except as
specified in KMC 1.15.060 (Motions), KMC 1.15.100 (Speaking), and KMC 1.15.110 (Voting).
6. Quorum: No meeting may proceed in the absence of a quorum, i.e. a quorum is more than one-half of
the board/commission (quorum of the whole).
7. Motion: Pursuant to KMC 1.15.060(k), all motions require a second. A majority of votes is required to
pass a motion.
8. Speaking: In a meeting, members should be recognized by the Chair before speaking.
9. When is it a Meeting: If any public business is discussed collectively by four or a majority of members of
one body.
10. Representation of the body: Members of a City of Kenai Standing Commissions or other advisory bodies
may only speak on behalf of the body when approved to do so by a majority vote of the body; at which
time their basic responsibility is to carry out the body’s directives identified within the approved motion.
G. Council Participation
1. Any Council Member may attend a meeting or work session of any Standing Commission or other
advisory body; however, no more than three Council Members may attend any one meeting without
additional public notice.
2. Only the Council Liaison to the respective Standing Commission or other advisory body may speak on
behalf of the Council to the relevant body if approved to do so by a majority vote of the City Council.
Participation of the Liaison at Standing Commission or other advisory body meetings is limited to
updating the body on the actions of the Council and reporting back to the Council the actions of the
Commission. The Liaison is a non-voting member and may not participate in the debate of an advisory
body.
3. Participation by Council Members (acting as a Council Member) other than the Liaison should be limited
to ONE Council Member who is a sponsor of a legislative item to be considered for recommendation
from the advisory body. The sponsors participation should be limited to three-minute testimony and
answering questions from the body. The sponsor of the legislation may not participate in debate of the
advisory body. When speaking to the advisory body as the legislate sponsor the following additional
rules apply:
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a. The legislative sponsor will not testify from the Dais, testimony from the sponsor shall be made from
the area designated for public comment.
b. If the legislative sponsor is the Liaison to the advisory body, the legislative sponsor will remove
themselves from the dais and seat themselves in the public area of the chambers. The legislative
sponsor will remain in the public seating area during the discussion, debate and voting on the
legislative item in which they sponsored.
4. Exception: Council Members may fully participate in any joint work session or other meeting with a
Standing Commission or other advisory body when it has been noticed that the City Council will be in
attendance, or there has been a specific delegation of authority by the Council for a member(s) to
represent the Council.
_______________________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________________________
Shellie Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Policy History: Action Approval on 08-04-2004; R2017-24; R2018-19; 2019-03; 2023-26; R2024-28
Note: Between 2004 and 2017 other amendments to the policy were made through the action approval process.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk
DATE: March 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-21 - Amending City Council Policies 20.010 -
Recording Council Meetings and 20.020 Standing Commissions and
Other Advisory Body Procedures to Establish that Meeting Recordings
are Retained in Accordance with the Records Management Schedule
and Record Retention Policy of the City.
The current retention requirements for recordings of City Council and Commission meetings as
established in policies 20.010 and 20.020 conflict with the City of Kenai, Records Management
Schedule and Records Retention Policy (retention schedule) and the retention requirements for
records of the City should be established and maintained in one location, to prevent
discrepancies.
Final approval of the retention schedule is by the City Council and all proposed amendments are
brought forward for Council consideration.
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CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-22
A RESOLUTION AMENDING COUNCIL POLICY 20.000 AGENDA & PACKET - PREPARATION,
DISTRIBUTION AND PUBLICATION, TO ESTABLISH A TWENTY MINUTE AGGREGATE TIME LIMIT
FOR SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT AND A THIRTY MINUTE AGGREGATE TIME LIMIT FOR
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT.
WHEREAS, Alaska Statutes 29.20.020 in part provides that the governing body shall provide reasonable
opportunity for the public to be heard at regular and special meetings; and,
WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code 1.15.050(b) establishes scheduled public comment and unscheduled
public comments as items on the City Council agenda; and,
WHEREAS, City Council adopted Policy 20.000 includes additional guidelines related to public comment
during City Council meetings; and,
WHEREAS, current policy provides ten-minutes per scheduled public comment speaker and three-
minutes per unscheduled comment speakers; and,
WHEREAS, establishing a maximum aggregate amount of time for public comments at the beginning of
a meeting ensures meeting efficiency, provides speakers an equal opportunity; allows public, staff and
Council advance knowledge of time allocated for public comments; and balances public input with
decision making; and,
WHEREAS, public participation through comments are encouraged throughout other areas of the agenda
to include public hearing items, consent agenda, and additional public comments with five-minutes per
speaker after the business items have been addressed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That City Council Policy 20.000 - Agenda & Packet - Preparation, Distribution and
Publication as amended and attached is hereby adopted.
Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 2ND DAY OF APRIL, 2025.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL – 20.000
AGENDA & PACKET - PREPARATION, DISTRIBUTION AND PUBLICATION
Effective Date: August 1, 2009 Last Action Date: April 4, 2025
See Also: Approved by: City Council
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POLICY – 20.000 Agenda & Packet - Preparation, Distribution and Publication
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to ensure a consistent process in preparing, distributing and publish the City Council
Agenda’s and Packets.
Scope
This policy identifies the roles of the Administration when preparing the agenda and packet items, the
appropriate times for public participation during meetings and the role of the City Clerk when preparing,
distributing and publishing the agenda and packet for City Council meetings.
Policy
A. Agenda Preparation and Format; Public Testimony
1. The City Clerk shall prepare the agenda for each Council meeting after consultation with the Mayor and
the City Manager, subject to paragraphs (a) through (d) of KMC 1.15.040. The City Clerk shall circulate a
draft agenda to the Mayor, to other Council Members, and to the City Manager.
2. Scheduled Public Comment. The agenda shall include time for “Scheduled Public Comment.” Any
member of the public may request that an item be placed on the agenda for a regular Council meeting
under “Scheduled Public Comment”. A person who desires to address the Council under Scheduled Public
Comment shall make that request in writing on a form provided by the City Clerk a minimum of eight (8)
days in advance of the Council meeting. Scheduled Public Comment shall be limited to a total aggregate
time of 20 minutes, and each The speaker will be permitted 10 minutes to address the Council after
which the speaker may elect whether to address any questions from the Council. The time limitations
should be reflected on the agenda. The speaker shall identify themselves, providing their name and
stating if they are a resident or non-resident of the City of Kenai. The person may speak on any topic
except:
a. items scheduled for consideration on that consent agenda;
b. items scheduled for public hearing on that agenda;
c. personnel matters; and,
d. items upon which litigation involving the person or his/her representative and the City is currently
pending.
3. Unscheduled Public Comment. The agenda shall include time for “Unscheduled Public Comment.” Any
member of the public may address the Council at the time designated on the agenda for “Unscheduled
Public Comment”. Unscheduled Public Comment will be limited to a total aggregate of time of 30
minutes, and each The speaker will be permitted three (3) minutes to address the Council after which
the speaker may elect whether to address any questions from the Council. The time limitations should
be reflected on the agenda. The speaker shall identify themselves, providing their name and stating if
they are a resident or non-resident of the City of Kenai. The person may speak on any topic except:
a. items scheduled for consideration on that consent agenda;
b. items scheduled for public hearing on that agenda;
c. personnel matters; and,
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d. items upon which litigation involving the person or his/her representative and the City is currently
pending.
4. Public Hearings; Consent Agenda Testimony.
a. Any member of the public present may be heard at public hearings on resolutions and ordinances at
the time designated on that agenda for the public hearing or as that time may be extended at the
discretion of the Council. Any member of the public present may be heard at a time designated on
that agenda to accept public comment on matters appearing on the consent agenda. The agenda
shall state that the speaker will be permitted three (3) minutes to address the Council. The time
limitation should be reflected on the agenda. The speaker shall identify themselves, providing their
name and stating if they are a resident or non-resident of the City of Kenai. The person shall speak
to the issue that is the subject of the public hearing or item on the consent agenda. The speaker may
elect whether to address any questions from the Council.
b. With respect to public testimony in public hearings and relating to items on the consent agenda,
persons present at a meeting may give their time over to another speaker present at the meeting;
provided, however, that no single speaker present may speak for more than 30 minutes combined
on their own and on others’ behalf.
5. Citizen Comments. The agenda shall include time for citizen comments. Any member of the public may
be heard under an agenda section for “Citizens Comment” under agenda item “Additional Public
Comments.” The speaker will be permitted five (5) minutes to address the Council after which the
speaker may elect whether to address any questions from the Council. The time limitation should be
reflected on the agenda. The speaker shall identify themselves by providing their name and stating if
they are a resident or non-resident of the City of Kenai. The person may speak on any topic except:
a. personnel matters; and,
b. items upon which litigation involving the person or his/her representative and the City is currently
pending.
B. Council Packet Preparation
1. All reports, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, documents, or other matters to be submitted to the
Council for a regular meeting shall be submitted to the City Clerk not later than four p.m. on the Thursday
preceding the Wednesday meeting. The City Clerk shall prepare the agenda for all of these matters
according to the order of business, numbering each item consecutively.
2. Council Members and Administration are each encouraged to submit explanatory memoranda for any
action item requiring Council action that person requests be placed on the agenda.
C. Agenda and Council Packet Publication and Distribution
1. Notice of date, time and place of meeting will be posted on the City’s Facebook page no later than (6)
days prior to each regular Council meeting.
2. Notice of the date, time, and place, and the agenda and public hearing notice for each regular Council
meeting shall be posted on the City’s official bulletin board at City Hall no later than six (6) days prior
to each regular Council meeting.
3. The City Clerk shall post a copy of the agenda, public hearing notice, and meeting packet to the City’s
web site, and shall also provide a copy of the packet to the Kenai Municipal Library, no later than six (6)
days prior to each regular Council meeting.
4. Any person and any organization may request a copy of the meeting packet, either by paper or electronic
copy. The City Clerk will provide the copy as soon as practical.
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5. “Day” is a calendar day. The day of posting and/or publication and the day of the Council meeting each
shall be counted for the purpose of computing compliance with the posting and publication deadlines.
6. “Non-routine agenda items” means scheduled public comments, public hearings, unfinished business
items, ordinances for introduction, action items not appearing on the consent agenda, and executive
session items.
D. Special Meetings
The agenda format, preparation, posting, publication, and public participation policies set forth in sections
A, B, and C, above, do not apply to special meetings of the Council. Notice of special meetings shall be made
under KMC 1.10.060 and the agenda shall be circulated to each member of the Council and to the City
Manager at least 24 hours prior to the special meeting where practicable. The City Clerk will prepare the
agenda for a special meeting after consultation with the Mayor and the City Manager, subject to paragraphs
(a) through (d) of KMC 1.15.040. The agenda for a special meeting will not include time for Scheduled Public
Comment, Unscheduled Public Comment, or Additional Public Comment unless requested by a Council
member, the City Manager, or the City Attorney. The agenda shall include time for a public hearing where
otherwise required by law for adoption of ordinances and resolutions.
______________________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________________________
Shellie Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Policy History: Ordinance No. 2347-2008; Resolution No. 2010-07; Ordinance No. 3089-2019; Resolution 2023-11; Resolution No. 2024-32;
Resolution No. 2025-XX
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Council Members
FROM: Brian Gabriel, Mayor
DATE: March 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-22 - Amending Council Policy 20.000 Agenda &
Packet - Preparation, Distribution and Publication to Establish a Twenty
Minute Aggregate Time Limit for Scheduled Public Comment and a
Thirty Minute Aggregate Time Limit for Unscheduled Public Comment.
Alaska statutes require a governing body to provide a reasonable opportunity for the public to be
heard during regular and special meetings. The City Council as the governing body may establish
reasonable limits, and setting an aggregate time limit on public comments at the beginning of the
meeting helps keep the meeting on track, ensures equal opportunity for speakers, supports
transparency by providing the public, staff, and Council with advance knowledge of the time
allocated for public comment, and balances public input with decision-making process.
Kenai Municipal Code and Council Policy 20.000 allows the public an additional opportunity to
speak at the end of the agenda under “Additional Public Comments.” This portion of the agenda
does not have an aggregate time limit; however, each speaker is limited to five minutes.
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 19, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
MAYOR BRIAN GABRIEL, PRESIDING
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MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on March 19, 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 Deborah Sounart
Alex Douthit Victoria Askin
Sovala Kisena
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
**Xiling Tanner, Student Representative
Dave Ross, Acting City Manager
Scott Bloom, City Attorney
David Swarner, Finance Director
Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director
Lee Frey, Public Works Director
Kathy Romain, Senior Services Director
Shellie Saner, City Clerk
3. Agenda and Consent Agenda Approval
Mayor Gabriel noted the following additions to the Packet:
Add Item C.1. Scheduled Public Comment - 100% Communities and the 907
Navigation App, Abby Struffert, Southcentral Consulting
Add to Item H.6. Action/Approval - Reporting Requirements for Agencies Receiving
Grants through the Legislative Budget.
• Legislative Budget Summary
Add Item H.9. Action/Approval - Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Letter of Support
for the American Tidal Energy Project led by ORPC.
• Memo
• Letter of Support
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the requested revisions.
Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion.
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The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment on consent agenda items.
William Coghill, representing the new owners of KNC Golf, Inc., outlined goals to enhance the course
and attract more golfers; bringing in a PGA pro for lady and junior clinics; and hosting an Alaska
Championship golf tournament. He expressed commitment to making the course a destination and
providing a quality golf experience.
There was discussion regarding the ongoing construction projects on the club house, repairs to the
walking bridge, and working with the City on future for repairs to the larger bridges used by carts and
skiers in the winter.
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
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. 100% Communities and the 907 Navigation App, Abby Struffert, Southcentral Consulting
Abby Struffert, Family Resource Center Network Director presented the 100% Communities initiative, a
community organizing model focused on improving access to 10 vital services, she noted the initiative
started locally and expanded statewide; the 907 Navigation app was developed to connect residents to
essential services; the app has been downloaded over 1,500 times; action teams were formed to address
interconnected community issues like housing insecurity and childcare; and the initiative emphasizes
collaboration between service providers. A video demonstration of the 907 Navigation app was provided.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
Marion Nelson, Board Member of the Kenai Fine Art Center, discussed the launch of the Bronze Bear
Project at the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon with presenters from the City; noted that the Kenai Arts
Center was interested in working with the sculptor; financial support for the project was growing; and
reported the next Arts Center show would be the student art show on April 4th.
Samantha Springer, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber of Commerce, shared updates on the
Cultural Center’s exhibits; reported looking into grants to increase museum hours and roof repairs for the
Moosemeat John Cabin; summarized upcoming events; and the new Chamber logo.
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 3456-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant Received Through Best
Friends Animal Society to the Kenai Animal Shelter for Attendance at the Best Friends
National Conference. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3456-2025. Council Member Sounart
SECONDED the motion.
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Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Daniel, Sounart, Gabriel, Kisena, Douthit, Askin, Knackstedt
NAY: None
**Student Representative Tanner: Yea
MOTION PASSED.
2. Ordinance No. 3457-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations Designated by Tom
Anderson from the Alaska Community Foundation for the Construction of Softball Dugouts
and the Dedication of a Dugout in Memoriam of Hannah Hill. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3457-2025. 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 bids came in higher than expected; Administration was considering options to
complete some of the work in-house; and that the plan was for work to be completed by this summer.
Gratitude was expressed to Tom Anderson for the donation.
VOTE:
YEA: Sounart, Gabriel, Kisena, Douthit, Askin, Knackstedt, Daniel
NAY: None
**Student Representative Tanner: Yea
MOTION PASSED.
3. Ordinance No. 3458-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant Received Through the
Alaska Geriatric Exchange Network to the Kenai Senior Center for Attendance at the 2025
Legislative Fly-In. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3458-2025. Council Member Sounart
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Gabriel, Kisena, Douthit, Askin, Knackstedt, Daniel, Sounart
NAY: None
**Student Representative Tanner: Yea
MOTION PASSED.
4. Ordinance No. 3459-2025 - Determining that Real Property Described as Lot 10, Block
1, Etolin Subdivision Number 3, According to Plat 82-103, City-Owned Airport Land
Located Outside the Airport Reserve, is Not Needed for a Public Purpose and Authorizing
the Sale of the Property to LOROC, LLC. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3459-2025. Council Member Askin SECONDED
the motion.
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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 support of the Ordinance, it was noted that the property has been developed
and the tenant had been in good standing since 1991; and that the sale of this property aligned with past
Council actions that allow leaseholders outside the airport reserve to purchase their leased properties.
VOTE:
YEA: Kisena, Douthit, Askin, Knackstedt, Daniel, Sounart, Gabriel
NAY: None
**Student Representative Tanner: Yea
MOTION PASSED.
5. Ordinance No. 3460-2025 - Determining that Real Property Described as Lot 11, Block
1, Etolin Subdivision Number 3, According to Plat 82-103, City-Owned Airport Land
Located Outside the Airport Reserve, is Not Needed for a Public Purpose and Authorizing
the Sale of the Property to LOROC, LLC. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3460-2025. Council Member Sounart
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
It was noted that this lot was adjacent to the one in the previous Ordinance; and support was expressed
for the same reasons.
VOTE:
YEA: Douthit, Askin, Knackstedt, Daniel, Sounart, Gabriel, Kisena
NAY: None
**Student Representative Tanner: Yea
MOTION PASSED.
6. Ordinance No. 3461-2025 – Amending the Official Zoning Map and Land Use Table by
Rezoning the Properties at 202 North Forest Drive and 1408 Second Avenue from
Suburban Residential (RS) to General Commercial (CG) Zoning District. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3461-2025. Council Member Sounart
SECONDED the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
There was discussion in support of the ordinance, noting the lots had been used commercially for many
years under a Conditional Use Permit; and there were no known issues.
VOTE:
YEA: Askin, Knackstedt, Daniel, Sounart, Gabriel, Kisena, Douthit
NAY: None
**Student Representative Tanner: Yea
MOTION PASSED.
7. Resolution No. 2025-19 - Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Airline Operating
Agreement and Terminal Area Lease with Aleutian Airways. (Administration)
MOTION:
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Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-19. 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.
8. Resolution No. 2025-20 - Authorizing Award of the Airport Engineering Services Term
Contract. (Administration)
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-20. Council Member Sounart SECONDED
the motion.
Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public
comment period was closed.
It was reported that HDL Engineering was currently working under a five-year contract with the City; this
contract would add three years with further options to extend; and would allow HDL to continue their work
on the Airport Master Plan, runway project, and taxiway expansions.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of March 5, 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 - Authorizing a Memorandum of Agreement with Greatland Consulting and
Training LLC. for use of the Alaska Regional Fire Training Facility. (Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
3. *Action/Approval - Authorizing a Special Use Permit to Jeremy Mastre, DBA: River Rock
Outdoors, LLC for Commercial Operations at the Kenai Municipal Airport Float Plane Basin.
(Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
4. *Action/Approval - Authorizing a Special Use Permit to Jeremy Mastre, DBA; River Rock
Outdoors, LLC for Fuel Tank Storage at the Kenai Municipal Airport Float Plane Basin.
(Administration)
Approved by the consent agenda.
5. *Action/Approval - Approving Amendments to the Lease and Concession Agreements for the
Kenai Municipal Golf Course and Recreation Area between the City of Kenai and KNC Golf, Inc.
(Administration)
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Approved by the consent agenda.
6. Action/Approval - Reporting Requirements for Agencies Receiving Grants through the
Legislative Budget. (Douthit)
There was discussion regarding establishing reporting requirements for agencies receiving funding
through the legislative budget, noting the proposal would provide accountability; the outline of proposed
reporting requirements were considered; preference was expressed for simplicity of reporting
requirements; agencies should be notified of requirements expeditiously and a timeline should be
established to avoid conflicts with the coming budget season; and requirements may be modified in the
coming years.
MOTION:
Council Member Sounart MOVED to direct Administration to send letters to Agencies receiving funding
through the Legislative Budget to submit a summary statement on:
1. Any measurable outcomes or achievements made possible with the previous year’s funding; and
2. If requesting funding for the next year, the expected outcome of achievements from the requested
funding.
Vice Mayor Knackstedt. SECONDED the motion.
There was further discussion on what groups these requirements would apply to.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
7. Discussion - Scheduling Council Employee Evaluations. (Gabriel)
Council Employee Evaluations were scheduled during a Special City Council meeting on April 15, 2025
at 6:00 p.m. and during the Regular City Council meetings of April 2, 2025 and April 16, 2025.
8. Discussion - Kenai Municipal Code, Title 2 Alcoholic Beverages and Marijuana - License
Renewals. (City Clerk)
The current procedure for alcohol and marijuana licenses was reviewed; it was proposed that City code
be amended to allow Administrative staff to issue letters of non-objection for renewal applications that
have no changes, while new license applications and license transfer applications would continue to
come before Council for approval. Clarification was provided that any objections or conditional non-
objections would continue to require Council approval, and reports could be provided to Council on
license renewals and continuations during the second year of the license.
Support was expressed for the proposed Ordinance amending code.
9. Action/Approval - Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Letter of Support for the American Tidal
Energy Project led by ORPC.
It was reported that ORPC had requested a letter of support for the American Tidal Energy Project, which
aims to capture tidal energy using underwater turbines; ORPC conducted surveys and outreach to ensure
there would be minimal conflicts with fishing and maritime uses; the project was competing with a similar
project in Puget Sound for a $30 million grant; and ORPC has successfully used underwater turbines to
supply energy to Igiugig.
Support was expressed for additional energy sources and reduce fossil fuel usage; clarification was
provided that the turbines would be safe for fish and wildlife.
MOTION:
Council Member Askin MOVED to authorizing the Mayor to sign a letter of support for the American Tidal
Energy Project led by ORPC. Council Member Kisena SECONDED the motion.
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UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
I. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging Commission
Vice Mayor Knackstedt reported on the March 13, 2025 meeting; next meeting may be cancelled.
2. Airport Commission
Council Member Daniel reported on the March 13, 2025 meeting; next meeting April 10, 2025.
3. Harbor Commission
No report, March 10, 2025 meeting cancelled.
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
No report, March 6, 2025 meeting cancelled due to lack of a quorum.
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Member Sounart noted that she attended the March 12, 2025 meeting, and would provide a
report at the next City Council meeting.
6. Beautification Commission
No report; next meeting April 8, 2025.
J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Gabriel reported on the following:
• Unveiled the Bronze Bear display at the Kenai Chamber of Commerce.
• Look forward to the Senior Center March for Meals pie auction event.
K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager - Acting City Manager Ross reported on the following:
• New Equipment Operator at the Streets Department started.
• Recruitment underway for a Fire Engineer, Utility Lead Operator Police Department
Temporary Enforcement Officers, and Parks & Recreation Department summer positions.
• Parks & Recreation seasonal positions would now be open to 17-year-old applicants.
• Press release issued regarding Mount Spur volcanic activity; and preparations are underway
to ensure proper safety measures are in place.
• Mayor Gabriel and City Manager Eubank would be presenting at the State of the City address
at the Kenai Chamber luncheon on April 2, 2025.
• Draft Budget would be submitted to Council during the second week of April.
2. City Attorney - No report.
3. City Clerk - No report.
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizen Comments (Public comments limited to (5) minutes per speaker)
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Samantha Springer, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber of Commerce, suggested that an online
form be developed for agencies receiving funding through the legislative budget.
2. Council Comments
Council Member Douthit noted that he was looking forward to the Senior Center pie auction; and
expressed appreciation for the City after returning from a trip to Phoenix.
Student Representative Tanner reported that Connections Homeschool would be conducting SAT testing
next week; and Kenai Central High School would be participating in the state basketball tournament.
Council Member Sounart noted that she enjoyed the First Friday events this month; and was looking
forward to the Senior Center pie auction.
Council Member Askin noted that she was looking forward to the Senior Center pie auction.
Council Member Daniel stated that he would not be able to attend the pie auction.
Council Member Kisena reported that the Kenai Ice Rink was closed for the season; thanked Director
Best and the Parks and Recreation Department; and congratulated the U10A hockey team for winning
State last week.
Vice Mayor Knackstedt noted that spring begins tonight; he would be attending the Kenai Chronicles
event tomorrow at the Chamber of Commerce; taking a tour of sewer treatment plant; and he discussed
the possibility of having a display for the Kenaitze Indian Tribe at the Airport as suggested during the joint
work session held in January.
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None.
N. PENDING ITEMS - None.
O. ADJOURNMENT
P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None.
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of March 19, 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.
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PAYMENTS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL RATIFICATION
COUNCIL MEETING OF: APRIL 2, 2025
VENDOR DESCRIPTION
PERS PERS
INVESTMENTS
VENDOR DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT ACCOUNT AMOUNT
VARIOUS LIABILITY 112,053.16
• ,-•• MATURITY DATE AMOUNT Effect. Int.
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Sponsored by: Administration
New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 3462-2025
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING DONATIONS TO THE KENAI ANIMAL
SHELTER FOR THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES.
WHEREAS, the Kenai Animal Shelter recently received monetary donations from a number of donors
totaling $1,906, intended to support the Kenai Animal Shelter; and,
WHEREAS, the Animal Control Chief has identified equipment and supply needs for the utilization of
those donated funds; and,
WHEREAS, the acceptance of these donations to further the mission of the Animal Shelter 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 these donated funds and to expend them
as authorized by this ordinance and in line with the intentions of the donors.
Section 2. That the following budget revision is authorized:
General Fund:
Increase Estimated Revenues –
Donations – Animal Control $1,906
Increase Appropriations –
Animal Control – Small Tools/Equipment $ 750
Animal Control – Operating Supplies 1,156
$1,906
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.
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Ordinance No. 3462-2025
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New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 16th DAY OF APRIL, 2025.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: _________________
Introduced: April 2, 2025
Enacted: April 16, 2025
Effective: April 16, 2025
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: David Ross, Police Chief
DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3462-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations to
the Kenai Animal Shelter for the Purchase of Equipment and Supplies.
The Kenai Animal shelter received a number of unsolicited private donations recently totaling
$1906. The individual donors include: Daniel Adair, Deborah McCarthy, Kimberly Adams, Loren
and Melody Morgan, Johnathan and Michelle Teates, Jim Satathite, Sierra Swain, Jim Carpenter,
Tamara Overturf, Cheryl Hamann, Terridale Larkin, Susan Barnett, Kevin Buettner, and Lupe
Hamilton. The Animal Control Chief has identified the need for various small tools and public
outreach supplies to be purchased with these funds.
I am respectfully requesting consideration of the ordinance accepting and designating those funds
to the Kenai Animal Shelter as they were intended.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director
DATE: March 25, 2025
SUBJECT: Workplan 2025 - Council on Aging Commission
The Council on Aging Commission convened for work sessions on February 13 and March 13,
2025, to draft their Workplan for 2025. On March 13, 2025, during their meeting, they voted to
proposed their workplan for approval by the City Council. The Administration supports goals 1, 2,
and 3, as they are consistent with Kenai Municipal Code and the By-Laws and Rules governing
the Council on Aging Commission.
Thank you for your consideration.
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COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Annual Commission Work Plan City of Kenai
INTRODUCTION
This area should include the advisory body’s missions’ statement and include a brief description of the overall purpose of the commission.
Note: Work plans developed by the advisory body will be submitted to the City Council for approval; therefore, it is a good idea to align the goals and objectives with city code, policy and the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan.
Instructions:In the space provided below, identify an issue or goals (objective) your commission would like to address in the upcoming year, the information provided
should include plans on how to address those issues. This item should include information regarding additional staff resources and/or community volunteers needed;
funding resources, are funds available in the budget if not are you proposing council include funding in the upcoming budget cycle; and how long is it expected to obtain
the objective. Pease prioritize the objectives of your group with number one (1) being the top priority (objective number).
GOAL OR OBJECTIVE COLLABORATION FUNDING RESOURCES TIME TO COMPLETE
Objective No. Objective:Estimated Time to Complete:
Strategy: (Provide a summary of tasks which need to be done to obtain the objective.)
Narrative: (Describe the benefits to the residents and visitors of the City.)
Council on Aging
The Mission of the Council on Aging Commission is to advise the Mayor, the City Council, the Senior Center Director, and the city of Kenai of the needs of the elderly in
the area of seniors, support the programs which enable the continued independence of senior citizens and serve as an advisory committee.
1 Identify Opportunities for Intergenerational Programs 2025
1. Identify existing programs within the Senior Center and evaluate how they serve the senior community.
2. Develop and distribute a letter and survey to youth and college-age community groups to gather input on Senior Center programs.
3. Collect data on intergenerational programs offered by other community groups and assess potential participation based on the best interests of seniors.
4. Connect with senior centers across Alaska to learn about their intergenerational program offerings.
Engaging younger generations with the Senior Center fosters a deeper understanding of its role in the community, helping to break down stereotypes about aging. By
increasing awareness of how the center operates and the programs it offers, more meaningful connections can be formed between seniors and younger individuals. These
intergenerational interactions not only help reduce loneliness among older adults but also enhance their sense of purpose and value. At the same time, mentoring
opportunities allow youth to gain valuable life skills, guidance, and a sense of connection, creating positive outcomes for both generations.
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COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Annual Commission Work Plan City of Kenai
Collaboration: (Who needs to be involved to obtain the objective?)
Funding: (Are funds available, or is funding needed in a future budget?)
Council on Aging
Seniors, Schools, Colleges, and the Council on Aging Commission
N/A
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COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Annual Commission Work Plan City of Kenai
INTRODUCTION
This area should include the advisory body’s missions’ statement and include a brief description of the overall purpose of the commission.
Note: Work plans developed by the advisory body will be submitted to the City Council for approval; therefore, it is a good idea to align the goals and objectives with city code, policy and the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan.
Instructions:In the space provided below, identify an issue or goals (objective) your commission would like to address in the upcoming year, the information provided
should include plans on how to address those issues. This item should include information regarding additional staff resources and/or community volunteers needed;
funding resources, are funds available in the budget if not are you proposing council include funding in the upcoming budget cycle; and how long is it expected to obtain
the objective. Pease prioritize the objectives of your group with number one (1) being the top priority (objective number).
GOAL OR OBJECTIVE COLLABORATION FUNDING RESOURCES TIME TO COMPLETE
Objective No. Objective:Estimated Time to Complete:
Strategy: (Provide a summary of tasks which need to be done to obtain the objective.)
Narrative: (Describe the benefits to the residents and visitors of the City.)
Council on Aging
The Mission of the Council on Aging Commission is to advise the Mayor, the City Council, the Senior Center Director, and the city of Kenai of the needs of the elderly in
the area of seniors, support the programs which enable the continued independence of senior citizens and serve as an advisory committee.
2 Review Emergency Plan for the Kenai Senior Center Fall 2025
1. Review the Emergency Plan and give feedback accordingly.
2. Attend the Emergency Operations Plan training prior to implementation.
3. Put forth a recommendation to the City Council for acceptance of the completed Emergency Plan.
Ensuring the safety of the senior population requires careful planning and preparedness. The commission aims to review the Senior Center’s emergency plan, provide
valuable input, and participate in training to enhance readiness. By developing a proactive group focused on senior support during emergencies, the commission will help
strengthen the City’s overall emergency response. This initiative not only contributes to a safer environment for older adults but also ensures that the Senior Center is
well-equipped to handle emergencies, providing peace of mind for seniors, their families, and the broader community.
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COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Annual Commission Work Plan City of Kenai
Collaboration: (Who needs to be involved to obtain the objective?)
Funding: (Are funds available, or is funding needed in a future budget?)
Council on Aging
Senior Center staff
City Employees
Council on Aging Commission
N/A The Senior Center received a grant to develop the emergency plan.
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COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Annual Commission Work Plan City of Kenai
INTRODUCTION
This area should include the advisory body’s missions’ statement and include a brief description of the overall purpose of the commission.
Note: Work plans developed by the advisory body will be submitted to the City Council for approval; therefore, it is a good idea to align the goals and objectives with city code, policy and the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan.
Instructions:In the space provided below, identify an issue or goals (objective) your commission would like to address in the upcoming year, the information provided
should include plans on how to address those issues. This item should include information regarding additional staff resources and/or community volunteers needed;
funding resources, are funds available in the budget if not are you proposing council include funding in the upcoming budget cycle; and how long is it expected to obtain
the objective. Pease prioritize the objectives of your group with number one (1) being the top priority (objective number).
GOAL OR OBJECTIVE COLLABORATION FUNDING RESOURCES TIME TO COMPLETE
Objective No. Objective:Estimated Time to Complete:
Strategy: (Provide a summary of tasks which need to be done to obtain the objective.)
Narrative: (Describe the benefits to the residents and visitors of the City.)
Council on Aging
The Mission of the Council on Aging Commission is to advise the Mayor, the City Council, the Senior Center Director, and the city of Kenai of the needs of the elderly in
the area of seniors, support the programs which enable the continued independence of senior citizens and serve as an advisory committee.
3 Identify Programs & Activities for Health & Wellness 2025
1. Explore methods for gathering feedback on the current needs of the senior population in Kenai.
2. Identify and promote Senior Center programs to increase awareness and engagement among Kenai residents.
Promoting health and wellness among the senior population is essential to enhancing their quality of life. By identifying programs and activities that support physical,
mental, and social well-being, the Senior Center can better meet the diverse needs of older adults. These efforts extend beyond those who actively participate in the
center, reaching a broader population and ensuring that more seniors have access to resources that contribute to their overall wellness.
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COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Annual Commission Work Plan City of Kenai
Collaboration: (Who needs to be involved to obtain the objective?)
Funding: (Are funds available, or is funding needed in a future budget?)
Council on Aging
Senior Center Staff
Council on Aging Commission
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Dave Swarner, Finance Director
DATE: March 26, 2025
SUBJECT: Scheduling Budget Work Session
This memo is to confirm the scheduling of the FY2026 budget work session for the discussion of
the annual budget. Dates available for the budget work session are April 26th, May 3rd or May
10th, City Administration is recommending May 3rd. The budget work session shall be held in
council chambers. During this session, we will review the budget, address any questions or
concerns, and make any necessary adjustments in preparation for the upcoming fiscal year.
Department heads will be in attendance for questions relating to their areas of responsibility.
To ensure that everyone is well prepared for the meeting, the budget packets will be provided to
all Council members no later than April 18th. Please reach out should you have any preliminary
questions or need further information prior to the meeting.
I respectfully request that a date be selected for FY2026 budget work session.
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KENAI COUNCIL ON AGING – REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 13, 2025 – AFTER THE WORK SESSION
KENAI SENIOR CENTER
361 SENIOR CT., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR RACHAEL CRAIG, PRESIDING
Council on Aging Meeting Page 1 of 2
March 13, 2025
ACTION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Council on Aging was held on March 13, 2025, at the Kenai Senior Center,
Kenai, AK. Chair Craig called the meeting to order at approximately 4:57 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Craig led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Rachael Craig, Chair William Sadler
Velda Geller Barbara Modigh
Gina Kuntzman Kit Hill
Jim Glendening, Vice Chair
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director
Red Piersee, Senior Center Administrative Assistant
Henry Knackstedt, City Council Liaison
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Kuntzman MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Hill 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. January 9, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
MOTION:
Commissioner Sadler MOVED to approve the January 9, 2025 Council on Aging minutes, with a
correction clarifying that Rachael Craig was elected as Chair, not Vice Chair. Commissioner Kuntzman
SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
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March 13, 2025
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion/Recommendation - Approve 2025 Work Plan
MOTION:
Vice Chair Glendening MOVED to recommend City Council approval of the Council on Aging
Commission’s 2025 Work Plan. Commissioner Modigh SECONDED the motion.
Director Romain gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
VOTE:
YEA: Craig, Sadler, Geller, Modigh, Kuntzman, Glendening, Hill
NAY: None.
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
G. REPORTS
1. Senior Center Director – Director Romain provided an update on the upcoming March for Meals
fundraiser.
2. Commission Chair – Chair Craig thanked all of the members of their contributions to the work
plan.
3. City Council Liaison – Council Member Knackstedt reported on the recent actions of the City
Council.
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – None.
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – April 10, 2025
It was noted that there were no items for the month of April; the Commission recommended not meeting
until May. Commissioner Modigh noted she would be absent for the May meeting.
J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
K. ADJOURNMENT
L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS – None.
There being no further business before the Council on Aging, the meeting was adjourned at 5:27 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Council on Aging meeting of March 13, 2025.
___________________________________
Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION – REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 12, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR GLENDA FEEKEN, PRESIDING
Airport Commission Meeting Page 1 of 3
March 13, 2025
ACTION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Airport Commission was held on March 13, 2025, in the Kenai City Council
Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Feeken called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Feeken led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Glenda Feeken, Chair Paul Minelga, Vice Chair
James Bielefeld Cody Whicker
James Zirul Dan Knesek (electronic participation)
A quorum was present.
Absent:
Jacob Caldwell
Also in attendance were:
Derek Ables, Airport Manager
Sarah Conley, Airport Administrative Assistant
Phil Daniel, City Council Liaison
**Joshua Bolling, Student Representative
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Zirul MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Bielefeld 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. February 13, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
MOTION:
Commissioner Bielefeld MOVED to approve the February 13, 2025 Airport Commission minutes.
Commissioner Zirul SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
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March 13, 2025
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion – Airport Campground
Airport Manager Ables gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
It was noted that other airports like Fairbanks have an option for all pilots to camp, not just float plane
pilots; this was suggested as a potential future use.
2. Discussion/Recommendation - Recommending Council Authorization of a Memorandum of
Agreement with Greatland Consulting and Training LLC for Use of the Alaska Regional Fire
Training Facility.
MOTION:
Commissioner Bielefeld MOVED to recommend City Council authorization of a Memorandum of
Agreement with Greatland Consulting and Training LLC for use of the Alaska Regional Fire Training
Facility. Vice Chair Minelga SECONDED the motion.
Airport Manager Ables gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
3. Discussion/Recommendation – Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Airline Operating
Agreement and Terminal Area Lease with Aleutian Airways.
MOTION:
Commissioner Zirul MOVED to recommend the City Manager enter into an Airline Operating Agreement
and Terminal Area Lease with Aleutian Airways. Commissioner Bielefeld SECONDED the motion.
Airport Manager Ables gave a staff report from information provided in the packet; he noted that Aleutian
will be operating seasonally to start but plans to operate year-round.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
4. Discussion/Recommendation – Recommending Council Award a Special Use Permit to Jeremy
Mastre, DBA: River Rock Outdoors, LLC for Commercial Operations at the Float Plane Basin.
MOTION:
Commissioner Bielefeld MOVED to recommend City Council award a Special Use Permit to Jeremy
Mastre, DBA: River Rock Outdoors, LLC for Commercial Operations at the Float Plane Basin. Vice Chair
Minelga SECONDED the motion.
Airport Manager Ables gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
There was Commission discussion regarding an inconsistency between auto insurance requirements in
different agreements.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
5. Discussion/Recommendation – Recommending Council Award a Special Use Permit to Jeremy
Mastre, DBA: River Rock Outdoors, LLC for fuel tank storage at the Float Plan Basin.
MOTION:
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March 13, 2025
Vice Chair Minelga MOVED to recommend City Council award a Special Use Permit to Jeremy Mastre,
DBA: River Rock Outdoors, LLC for fuel tank storage at the Float Plan Basin. Commissioner Zirul
SECONDED the motion.
Airport Manager Ables gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
There was Commission discussion regarding fueling access fees.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
G. REPORTS
1. Airport Manager – Airport Manager Ables reported on the following:
• Attending an airline conference in Colorado next week; will be looking to recruit airlines to
Kenai.
2. Commission Chair – No report.
3. City Council Liaison – Council Member Daniel reported on recent actions of the City Council.
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – None.
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – April 10, 2025
Commissioner Whicker noted he will be absent; Vice Chair Minelga noted that he may not attend.
J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Commissioner Zirul shared that he had found an available metal sculpture of a moose.
Commissioner Bielefeld noted that he wants to talk about cameras at the airport due to recent vandalism
at Soldotna’s airport.
Vice Chair Minelga noted that he had a good conversation with Erik with HDL Engineering on input for
the Airport Master Plan.
K. ADJOURNMENT
L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Administrative Report
There being no further business before the Airport Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Airport Commission meeting of March 13, 2025.
___________________________________
Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
** The student representative may cast advisory votes on all matters except those subject to executive
session discussion. Advisory votes shall be cast last in the roll call order and shall not affect the outcome
of the official commission vote. Advisory votes shall be recorded in the minutes. A student representative
may not move or second items during a commission meeting.
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KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
MARCH 12, 2025 -7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR JOE HALSTEAD, PRESIDING
MINUTES
A Regular Meeting of the Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission was held on March 12, 2025, in City Hall
Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Halstead called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Halstead led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Joe Halstead, Chair
Glenese Pettey
Stacie Krause
Jeff Twait, Vice Chair (electronic participation)
Sonja Earsley
Diane Fikes
Gwen Woodard
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
Deborah Sounart, City Council Liaison
Meghan Thibodeau, Deputy City Clerk
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Commissioner Pettey MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Commissioner Woodard
SECONDED the motion.
The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record.
Chair Halstead 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.
There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
*All items listed with an asterisk(*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the Commission
and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a
Commission 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of February 26, 2025
Approved by the consent agenda.
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C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS -None.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
Merri Duby asked where the topic of Aspen Creek Senior Living Facility's conditional use permit (CUP)
was on agenda. It was clarified that the item was not on the agenda, but would be reported on later in
the meeting.
E. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS
1. Resolution No. PZ2025-13 -Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat -Friday Replat,
merging Government Lots 128 and 129 into a single, approximately 2.247-acre parcel and
dedicating the 33-foot Second Avenue right-of-way.
MOTION:
Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-13. Commissioner Pettey SECONDED
the motion.
Planning Director Buettner provided an overview of the staff report as included in the packet and attached
to Resolution No. PZ2025-13, and explained the purpose of the plat was to merge two lots into one lot
and dedicate a right-of-way. It was noted that staff's recommendation is approval subject to the conditions
specified within the staff report as attached to Resolution No . PZ2025-13.
VOTE:
YEA: Pettey, Fikes , Twait, Woodard, Earsley, Krause, Halstead
NAY: None
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None.
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Director Buettner reported that a neighbor of the Aspen Creek Senior Living Facility had sent video
footage showing cars entering the facility from the back entrance of the facility off Ponderosa Street; that
Aspen Creek had put up an "Emergency Vehicles Only" sign at the edge of their property; and that he
will be meeting with the Aspen Creek local manager to follow up.
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval -Requesting Excused Absences for the February 26, 2025 Regular
Meeting -Twait, Earsley
Approved by the consent agenda.
I. REPORTS
1. Planning Director -Planning Director Buettner reported on the following:
• The Planning Department will be following up with commissioners regarding availability
for a CUP work session.
• Expecting news on whether the City will be receiving FEMA funding to update the Hazard
Mitigation Plan.
2. Commission Chair -No report.
3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning -Commissioner Fikes reported on recent actions of the
Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission.
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4. City Council Liaison -Council Member Sounart reported on recent actions of the City
Council.
J. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Merri Duby, resident, spoke in support of the plat approved by Resolution No. PZ2025-13. She clarified
the date of the next Planning & Zoning Commission meeting where the Aspen Creek facility will be
discussed.
Edie Handsaker, resident, stated that she had been told by the City that the Aspen Creek facility would
be planting a screen of blue spruce between her property and theirs, and later found out that the
vegetation screen would be planted on another side. She expressed concerns about vehicle lights and
noise.
Arlys Miskinis, resident, explained ongoing issues with Aspen Creek traffic in the neighborhood;
suggested new signs for visitor parking, speed limits and children at play; expressed concerns about
child safety, increased traffic, and devaluation of property .
K. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION
1. Next Meeting: March 26, 2025
Commissioner Fikes noted she would be attending remotely.
L. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Commissioners Krause and Pettey asked about scheduling the upcoming CUP work session.
Commissioner Fikes noted a technical issue with her email account.
Chair Halstead stated that the Aspen Creek facility discussion would be added to the following meeting
agenda.
M. PENDING ITEMS -None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
0. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS -None.
There being no further business before the Planning & Zoning Commission, the meeting was adjourned
at 7:35 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting of March
12,2025. ¼5
Meg~deau
Deputy City Clerk
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
March 12, 2025
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APRIL 2, 2025
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ADDITIONAL MATERIAL/REVISIONS
REQUESTED ADDITIONS TO THE PACKET
ACTION ITEM REQUESTED
BY
Add Item H.5. Ordinance No. 3463-2025 - Conditionally Donating Certain City
Owned Property Described as Three Approximately 1 ½ Acre
Parcels to be Subdivided from a Portion of the Approximately 69
½ Acre Parcel Described as Kenai Meadows Addition No 1,
Tract A1 According to Plat 2023-48 (KPB Parcel No. 03901067)
to Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative for the Development of
Restricted Income and Senior Housing. (Administration)
Administration
•Ordinance for Introduction
•Memo
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Sponsored by: Administration
New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 3463-2025
AN ORDINANCE CONDITIONALLY DONATING CERTAIN CITY OWNED PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS
THREE APPROXIMATELY 1 ½ ACRE PARCELS TO BE SUBDIVIDED FROM A PORTION OF THE
APPROXIMATELY 69 ½ ACRE PARCEL DESCRIBED AS KENAI MEADOWS ADDITION NO 1, TRACT
A1 ACCORDING TO PLAT 2023-48 (KPB PARCEL NO. 03901067) TO KENAI PENINSULA HOUSING
INITIATIVE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESTRICTED INCOME AND SENIOR HOUSING.
WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code 22.05.110, Determination as to Need for Public Purpose in
conjunction with KMC 22.05.095-Methods of Sale or Disposal, allows the Council, by Ordinance, to
donate real property that is no longer needed by the City for a public purpose, to a non-profit corporation
for a consideration agreed upon between the City and grantee without a public sale if the donation is in
the best interest of the City; and,
WHEREAS, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives (KPHI) is a non-profit corporation with a mission to
provide low income, very low income, senior and special needs residents affordable housing options;
and,
WHEREAS, there is a need for low income and senior housing in the City of Kenai; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to support further development of low income and senior housing in the
community, and;
WHEREAS, donating the subject parcels to KPHI at less than fair market value is in the best interest of
the City; and,
WHEREAS, conditions must be placed on the transfer to ensure low income and senior housing is
developed or the property is returned to the City, including in the event of a land sale, to a for profit entity,
the market value of the property shall be reimbursed to the City, if the sale occurs within twenty years
after transfer to KPHI.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Council determines that three approximate 1 1/2-acre parcels to be
subdivided from a portion of the 69 ½ acre portion of the parcel described as Kenai Meadows Addition
No 1, Tract A1, according to Plat 2023-48 (KPB PARCEL No. 03901065), are not needed for a public
purpose.
Section 2. That the Kenai City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute, upon
completion of a subdivision and necessary proof of financing for the development, the transfer of title for
the properties: three approximate 1 1/2-acre parcels to be subdivided from a portion of the 69 ½ acre
portion of the parcel described as Kenai Meadows Addition No 1, Tract A1, according to Plat 2023-48
(KPB PARCEL No. 03901065), to Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives, Inc. (KPHI), on a form approved
by the City Attorney, for less than fair market value ($1.00), for the sole purpose of developing income
restricted and senior housing, and with conditions upon sale if sold to a for profit entity within 20 years.
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Section 3. That KPHI must complete at its own expense all actions necessary for the subdivision and
development of the properties; and provide proof of financing sufficient for the projects as prior conditions
of the transfer of title; and to pay all closing costs and fees for said properties and said consideration to
the City for the properties.
Section 4. That the Kenai City Council further finds the disposal of the parcels to be in the best interests
of the citizens of the City of Kenai and that the public interest shall be served by disposing of the properties
interest for less than the fair market value, in accordance with the recitals above which are incorporated
herein.
Section 5. That the Kenai City Council further finds that if the action items described herein are not
completed by April 16, 2030, the authorization to transfer the lands lapses unless further authorized by
the City Council.
Section 6. 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 7. 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 16th DAY OF April, 2025.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
Introduced: April 2, 2025
Enacted: April 16, 2025
Effective: May 16, 2025
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: April 1, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3463-2025 - Conditionally Donating a Portion of Tract A1,
Kenai Meadows Addition to Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative for the
Development of Restricted Income and Senior Housing.
On July 7, 2021, City Council approved Ordinance No. 3217-2021 authorizing the conditional
donation of land along Redoubt Avenue to Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative (KPHI) for the
development of housing for low income and senior populations. Per the aforementioned
ordinance, development is to be completed by July 16, 2026. Currently, development has been
completed on two of the four lots, and land clearing is commencing on the remaining two lots.
Construction on the third lot will start in Spring 2025 and the fourth lot will go to construction
following the execution of a grant agreement, which is currently pending. All planned construction
is forecast to be completed by the five-year deadline established by Council.
In late 2024 and early 2025, KPHI approached the City to discuss potential future development
within the City of Kenai. The Administration acknowledges the need for safe, quality housing for
low income and seniors in the community. The reliable performance of KPHI in obtaining grant
funds and building the proposed housing according to their established timelines has also been
noted. As discussions matured, it was suggested that KPHI update City Council about their
progress.
KPHI is formally requesting a conditional land donation to complete future phases of development.
The land is located on approximately five acres immediately to the north of their current
development along Redoubt Avenue. Land would not be conveyed from the City of Kenai to KPHI
until all funding is secured for their developments on each affected parcel. This land donation, if
approved, would be subject to the five-year development window as was outlined in the ordinance
for the 2021 land donation. Further conditions are recommended to be placed on the transfer to
ensure low income and senior housing is developed or the property is returned to the City,
including in the event of a land sale, to a for profit entity, the market value of the property shall be
reimbursed to the City, if the sale occurs within twenty years after transfer to KPHI.
To demonstrate their continued commitment to developing housing in the City, KPHI is pursuing
new funding, which is directly related to the petition for a conditional land donation. The current
Federal Home Loan Banks’ Affordable Housing Program funding opportunity is open for
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applications. This funding source is one of the primary funding sources used by the Kenai
Peninsula Housing Initiative (KPHI) to construct housing for low income and/or seniors. The
current solicitation opened April 1, 2025 and closes May 1, 2025. All documentation, including a
conditional allowance for use of the land is due to the funder by this date. Further information
regarding the ordinance content is contained within a separate memorandum.
Due to the short application window, the applicant (KPHI) has requested an ordinance, regarding
a conditional approval of a land donation of approximately five acres of land immediately to the
north of their current development, be introduced by the City Council at tonight’s meeting with
public hearing and action at the April 16, 2025 meeting. The late notice of the grant cycle
precluded the Administration from including this ordinance in the packet as normal necessitating
laydown this evening.
If introduced as a laydown, and approved for public hearing on April 16, 2025, the ordinance
would meet all applicable Alaska state statue and Kenai Municipal Code requirements regarding
noticing of public hearings.
Additional development of housing along the Redoubt Avenue corridor is in line with the current
Comprehensive Plan and associated Land Use Plan. Denser developments with multiple units
are preferred directly along Redoubt Avenue, as the road functions as a collector and hosts more
traffic than other local roads. Planned access to the new lots will reduce the number of needed
driveways impacting traffic flow on Redoubt Avenue. Furthermore, the current and proposed
developments are architecturally styled in a way that mimics existing single-family dwellings
nearby and would be preferred in future suburban residential subdivisions in this area.
Quality affordable housing is needed to allow people of all ages and abilities to live, work, and
age in place in the City of Kenai. Housing has been noted as a concern throughout the nation,
and Kenai is no exception. Allowing future development and expanding the number of units
available will enable the City to grow in a sustainable manner, supporting existing and future
businesses as they seek to locate their operations within the City.
Based on the above information, the Administration believes it is advantageous to the City to
proceed with the land donation, as it will serve as a catalyst for future market-rate development
north of Redoubt Avenue. With 64.5 remaining acres of City-owned land immediately to the north
of this development, this land donation will not preclude future subdivisions from being
constructed. Development of low-income and senior housing will benefit the City and appropriate
rights of way and utility easements will be conveyed to the City as a part of the platting process.
As such, there would not be a public purpose remaining for the land proposed for donation.
Thank you for your consideration.
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Presented to: Kenai City Council
April 2, 2025
Presented by:
Dana Gregoire, Finance Director
Brandy McGee, Executive Director
KPHI
Who we are
Accomplishments
What’s next?
Request
Who We Are
Non-profit housing developer
that develops, owns and
manages housing across the
Kenai Peninsula
Rental Housing For:
Low Income
Senior Citizens
Supportive Housing
Mission: KPHI provides the low-income, very low-income, senior,
and special needs residents of the Kenai Peninsula area the
opportunity to take a more active role in their lives and
communities by providing a variety of affordable housing options.
Development
Accomplishments
20 years of development
31 residential rental properties, plus the
Homer Office & Community Center
155 units complete and rented up
4 properties currently under development
consisting of 26 additional units
Birch Terrace Homer Office
Alderbrook Terrace View
Hillcrest Apartments
Brookside Maintree
Crestview Tyee Court
Silverwood Senior Housing
Inlet RIdge Inlet Ridge II
Harmony Villas Crane Hill
Clear Pointe Apartments
•10 units of Low-Income Multi-Family Housing
Kenai
Meadows
Senior
Housing
•12 units of Senior Housing
What’s next?
Lot 3 & 4
Request
for
Additional
Land
Donation
•5.09 Acres
Community Impact
42 Additional Senior Units
44 Additional Low-Income Units
Importance of Land Donations
•Leveraging Additional Funding
•Land donations allow KPHI to be viable in
applying for very competitive funding sources
•Enable KPHI and the City of Kenai to meet the
growing demand for senior and affordable
housing.
•Support KPHI’s mission.
Call to Action
We ask the City Council to take prompt action and consider the ordinance presented for additional land donation. This request is crucial for meeting the needs of our residents on the Kenai Peninsula, and the timing is critical for securing the necessary grant funding.
By supporting this ordinance, you can help ensure that our community has access to essential resources and opportunities for growth.
Let’s work together to enhance the quality of life for all residents.
Your support is vital in making this vision a reality!
Thank you for considering our land donation request.
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Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
April 02, 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. Kenai River Quality Monitoring Funding, Kenai Watershed Forum, Environmental Scientist and
Water Quality Coordinator, Benjamin Meyer.
2. Request for Land Donation, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives, Inc., Finance Director Dana
Gregoire.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-21 - Amending City Council Policies 20.010
- Recording Council Meetings, and 20.020 Standing Commissions and Other Advisory Body
Procedures, to Establish that Meeting Recordings are Retained in Accordance with the Records
Management Schedule and Record Retention Policy of the City. (City Clerk)
2. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-22 - Amending Council Policy 20.000
Agenda & Packet - Preparation, Distribution and Publication, to Establish a Twenty Minute
Aggregate Time Limit for Scheduled Public Comment and a Thirty Minute Aggregate Time Limit
for Unscheduled Public Comment. (Gabriel)
F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of March 19, 2025. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Ordinance No. 3462-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Donations to the Kenai Animal
Shelter for the Purchase of Equipment and Supplies. (Administration)
3. APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. Action/Approval - Council on Aging Commission 2025 Work
Plan. (City Clerk)
4. WORK SESSION SCHEDULED FOR 5/3/2025 AT 9:00 AM. Discussion - Scheduling a
Budget Work Session. (Administration)
5. INTRODUCED/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 4/16/2025 - Ordinance No. 3463-2025 -
Conditionally Donating Certain City Owned Property Described as Three Approximately 1 ½
Acre Parcels to be Subdivided from a Portion of the Approximately 69 ½ Acre Parcel Described
as Kenai Meadows Addition No 1, Tract A1 According to Plat 2023-48 (KPB Parcel No.
03901067) to Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative for the Development of Restricted Income and
Senior Housing. (Administration)
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
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizens Comments (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Review and Discussion of the City Manager's Evaluation Which May be a Subject that Tends
to Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Manager [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)].
2. Review and Discussion of the City Attorney's Evaluation Which May be a Subject that Tends to
Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Attorney [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)].
3. Review and Discussion of the City Clerk's Evaluation Which May be a Subject that Tends to
Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Clerk [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)].
N. PENDING ITEMS
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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:
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