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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-02-27 P&Z MinutesKenai Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, February 27, 1980 Kenai Public Safety Building, 7 p.m. Philip Bryson, Presiding Chairman AGENDA D~lTN o ~' oFF~cE - lJQ~ne ~e~~t. n 1. ROLL CALL 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Petition for a conditional use permit to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Code of Ordinances, Title 21, Section 21.76.140, specifically for drilling of Cannery Loop Unit #2 Well by Union Oil Company of California. 3. AGENDA APPROVAL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF February 13, 1980 S. OLD BUSINESS A. Proposed Street Name Changes B. Lease Application: Fidalgo Subdivision, Lot 7, Block 4 ~ Gentry Enterprises C. Lease Application: F.B.O. Subdivision, Tract B, Block 1 Dollar Rent A Car D. Lease Application: F.B.O. Subdivision, Block 1, Lots 7-11 International Steel Erectors 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Sunset Rim Subdivision, Part Or.e: Preliminary B. Discussion: Borough's Proposed Projects, Borough Memo dated December 31, 1979 7. OTHER. BUSINESS A. City Council Report: Betty Glick B. Administrative Report C. Borough Planning and Zoning Report: Betty Glick D. Borough Report: Jim Hendricks 8. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS 9. ADJOURNMENT Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, February 27, 1980 Kenai Public Safety Building, 7 p.m. Philip Bryson, Presiding Chairman OATH OF OFFICE - Wayne Regelin 1. ROLL CALL Present: Philip Bryson, David Curtis, Jerry Andrews, Jim Blanning, George Fox, Wayne Regelin, and Ex-Officio Member Betty Glick Absent: Karen Mahurin Others: Ed Hollier, Bill Gifford, Susan Smalley, Hall Smalley, Debbie Jones, rlerle Jones, Larry Vavra, Rich Boyle, Jim Hendricks, Borough Planner, and Bill Nelson, City Engineer. 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Petition for a conditional use permit to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Code of Ordinances, Title Zl, Section 21.7.6..140, specifically for drilling of Cannery Loop Unit #2 Well by Union Oil Company of California. Larry Vavra,. representing Union Oil, stated that he was present to answer any questions or comments. Mr. Rich Boyle was also present. Hal Smalley stated that he lives on Beaver Loop Road and wants to know how soon they would like to start operation and what route would they use to the location. Mr. Vavra stated that the timing was contingent upon the issuance of the conditional use permit through Planning and Zoning, the drilling permit from the City and one from the State, and permission from the Corps of Engineers as the area in question is in a marginal area or transitional wetlands. The proposed route of access is Beaver Loop and Ames Road and then building a road along the north portion of the Pelch property. Mr. Smalley was concerned about the amount of traffic, equipment and hours the road would be used. Also he questioned the upkeep of the road and the danger of flaring. The major amount of use would be in the moving in and out phases and that would be done during daylight hours. The condition of the road at the present time is up to standards. There will be a dust problem that they would try to control and they would go along with any other suggestions the citizens might have. Kenai. P~;anning and Zoning Commission Page 2 February 27, 1980 As far as the flaring, they are prepared to go along with any requirements of the Fire Department. They are looking at a distance of 1,000 feet from the nearest residence. The use of the road during the drilling period would be from 30 days to 50 days. During this drilling time there would be vehicles bringing in supplies and crew changes. He doubts if there will be any substantial traffic. Merle Jones questioned how far the pad was away from Ames Road. The distance would be approximately 1,000 feet. Mr. Jones questioned whether access could be through the existing gravel pit. Mr. Vavra doubted whether Mr. Pelch would mind if they constructed a road but he plans to make a future subdivision and this might conflict. Ed Hollier commented that he owns the property adjacent to this property and he will benefit. Mr. Smalley questioned whether there would be further hearings. The Kenai City Council will consider the drilling permit. Jerry Andrews questioned whether Ames Road was ,a private_or City maintained road. It was stated that the City maintains the road. Chester Cone submitted a letter and stated that he has no objections to the well. There were no other comments from the public. The Commission questioned noise, dust control, .etc. Mr. Vavra stated that the City's Ordinance states that they must comply with the Ordinance concerning safety and mentions noise control. They will be monitoring the noise levels. As far as the access route, they will be happy to work with the local residents to eliminate any problems. The easiest route would be to utilize Ames Road but they will look into the alternative route through the middle. He further anticipates that the Corps will hold up their application. Phil Bryson questioned what they plan to do with the waste and .drilling mud. This will be put in steel tanks and solid waste will be handled by DEC. Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Page 3 February 27, 1980 Phil Bryson questioned fencing. They have determined that there will be no safety hazard. Jim Hendricks stated in the Borough Report that this petition complies with the zoning code for a conditional use permit. He pointed out that future development for this area is predicted for approximately 1,000 feet either side of Beaver Loop Road. Jerry Andrews stated that the bulk of concern centers around the traffic problems.. This seems to be an Administrative c~.oncern and the alternate route depends upon the Corps. He further felt that the Commission was not .addressing access but the Conditional use permit and it is up to the City Council to make certain that the Company lives up to the conditions seta Phil Bryson questioned whether he had a recommendation to Council for alternative access. i~ir. Hndrews stated That he did not. Ni0TI0N Jerry Andrews moved, seconded by Jim Blanning, to adopt Resolution No. PZ u0-3 approving the peti~ion for a conditional use permit for drilling of Cannery Loop Unit #2 Well by Union vil Company of California. George Fox stated that he wanted it to be known that he is employed by Ur.ion Oil if anyone wants to claim conflict of interest. Mr. Varvara stated that his company is not in the area to a~~tagonize the local residents and would like to be in contact with the people in the area and will try to find an alternative route. The motion passed unat~imuusly. 3. AGENDA APPROVAL Wayne Regeiin's Oath of Office si~ouid be added to the agenda. MO?f I uN Jerry Andrews moved, seconded by George Fox, to approve the agenda wi~:h tue addition. There were no objections. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF February 13, 1980 MOTION: Jiiu Blanning moved, seconded by David Curtis,. to approve the minutes of February 13, 1980 as submitted. There were no objection. Kenai Planning and Page 4 February 27, 19n0 5. OLD BUSINESS Zoning Commission A. Proposed Street Name Changes Bill Nelson stated that notices will be placed in the newspaper to announce public hearings at the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council regarding proposed street name changes if there were no objections. The Commissioners had a list of prpposed names which were compiled from citizens' comments and other suggestions. There were no objections from the Commission as to advertising for the public hearings. Items B, C, and D There was no new information on any of these applications. 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Sunset Rim Subdivision, Part One: Final _ Mr. Hendricks pointed out that this plat had been reviewed by the Commission last April but that they had a problem with DEC because of the .wetlands and now they are coming back with a revised plat. The Commission discussed the plat and Mr. Hendricks commented that the Borough had no objections to it. MOTION: Jerry Andrews moved, seconded by David Curtis, to adopt Resolution No. PZ 80-4 approving Sunset Rim Subdivision, Part One: Final plat upon the corrections of negative findings of Items 9 and 10. 9. Utility easements, if required, are not shown. 10. Lots are not identified by street addresses in accordance with City code. The motion passed unanimously. B. Discussion: Borough's Proposed Projects, Borough Memo dated December 31, 1979. The Commision briefly discussed this memo and at the present had no comments for the Borough. Jim Hendricks suggested that the members should be willing to come to the Borough budget sessions to support City projects. There was further discussion concerning possible areas that were outside the City limits but would affect the entire Borough. Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Page ~ February 27, 1980 Jerry Andrews stated that he felt that. studies pertaining to the safety of the community and those projects with long- term benefits should have top priority. 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. City Council Report: Betty Glick The last City Council meeting approved the personnel ordinance and it provides for a personnel board. Letters. of non-objection went out to Daddy's Money and Italian Gardens; supported Andy's Flying Service for Commuter service; appointed new Councilmember Dick Mueller; Ordinance 551-80 provides for a Small Boat Harbor Study, as Mr. Roper who applied for leases on several tracts finds that he does not have the financing to build one. The Council declared this as Chamber of Commerce Week. B. Administrative Report C. Borough. Planning and Zoning Report: Betty Glick The rezoning of Lots 1 and 15 of Alhstrom Subdivision was approved and sent. to the Assembly. The joint resolution backing the Ketchican Borough Planning and Zoning and Council } was approved. The Comprehensive Plan was passed with the portion concerning spheres of influence deleted.- There will be a public hearing on this on March 18. D. Borough Report: Jim Hendricks 8. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS There was a letter from Ed Garnett stating the reasons for turning down the lease for F.B.O. Lots 1,2, and 3. :Terry Andrews and Betty Glick questioned the. status of the Ranier Fund's lease application to .build a shopping center. The secretary commented on the hold up in applying for release of the FAA. land. 9. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Jerry Andrews moved, seconded by George Fox, to adjourn the meeting. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Respectfnully submitted, _~ G .~~~ anice E. Taylor Secretary to the Commission