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June 25, 2025
Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission -
Regular Meeting
June 25, 2025 ꟷ 7:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
www.kenai.city
**Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 2**
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
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 May 28, 2025
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes per
speaker)
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS
1. Resolution PZ2025-21 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Beaver Creek Alaska
Subdivision Amended 2025 Replat, to replat Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15, Beaver Creek Alaska
Subdivision Amended, Section 36, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian to the
Kenai Peninsula Borough, in the General Commercial and Rural Residential Zoning Districts.
2. Resolution PZ2025-22 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Kenaitze Acres, to
replat Section 30, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian to the Kenai Peninsula
Borough, in the Rural Residential Zoning District.
3. Resolution PZ2025-23 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Terra-B Subdivision
2025 Replat, to Lots 7, 8, & 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision, Township 6 North, Range 11
West, Section 34, Seward Meridian to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, in the Suburban
Residential Zoning District.
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4. Resolution PZ2025-24 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Ruby’s Dazzling
Scenic View Subdivision Hendriks Addition, to replat Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View
Subdivision, Township 5 North, Range 11 West, Section 10, Seward Meridian, to the Kenai
Peninsula Borough, in the Rural Residential Zoning District.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Discussion – Aspen Creek 701 N. Forest Drive CUP
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. Action/Approval – Resolution No. 2025-38 – Recommending Approval on the Street
Renaming of South Spruce Street to Kenai Beach Street
2. Action/Approval – Recommending Council Approve a Lease of Airport Reserve Land for the
Property Described as Lot 3, Block 2, General Aviation Apron According to Plat No. 73-68 with
Schilling Rentals
I. REPORTS
1. Planning Director
2. Commission Chair
3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning
4. City Council Liaison
J. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
K. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION
1. Next Meeting: July 9, 2025
L. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
M. PENDING ITEMS
N. ADJOURNMENT
O. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
**COMMISSIONERS, PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE MEETING**
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 Planner at 907-283-8237.
Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to
register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/G5GS8wd4SnqI_Hqe4_pGNg
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KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 28, 2025 – 7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
VICE CHAIR EARSLEY, PRESIDING
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MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission was held on May 28, 2025, in City Hall
Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Vice Chair Earsley called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Vice Chair Earsley led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Sonja Earsley, Vice chair Jeanne Reveal
Glenese Pettey Gwen Woodard
Stacie Krause Diane Fikes
A quorum was present.
Absent:
Jeff Twait, Chair
Also in attendance were:
Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
Victoria Askin, City Council Liaison
Michelle Saner, City Clerk
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Vice Chair Earsley noted the following addition to the Packet:
Add to Item F. 1. Public Hearing - Resolution PZ2025-18
• Public Comment
MOTION:
Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the requested
revisions. Commissioner Fikes SECONDED the motion.
The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record.
Vice-Chair Earsley 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.
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B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of May 14, 2025
Approved by the consent agenda.
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
E. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS
1. Resolution No. PZ2025-20 - Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Ward Estates
Addition No. 2, a for a subdivision of Government Lot 16 and SE1/4 SW1/4 NE1/4 SE1/4 &
SE1/4 NE1/4 SE1/4, Section 26, Township 6 North, Range 12 West, Seward Meridian to
the Kenai Peninsula Borough, in the Rural Residential (RR) Zoning District.
MOTION:
Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-20. Commissioner Fikes SECONDED
the motion.
Planning Director Buettner read into the record the staff report as included in the packet and attached to
Resolution No. PZ2025-20; concluding that staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat for
Wellsway Estates with conditions.
There was discussion regarding Wells Way currently being an unmaintained, undeveloped right-of-way;
it functions as a driveway to existing residence, only serving two residences; no immediate road upgrades
are required; future development may trigger the need for road improvements; and questions related to
the responsible party for snow removal and signage.
VOTE:
YEA: Pettey, Fikes, Earsley, Krause, Woodard, Reveal
NAY: None
ABSENT: Twait
MOTION PASSED WITHOUT OBJECTION.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Resolution No. PZ2025-18 - Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to Operate a Retail
Marijuana Store on the Property Described as Cole Homestead Subdivision Tract A Located
at 7825 Kenai Spur Hwy, in the General Commercial Zoning District.
MOTION:
Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-18. Commissioner Fikes SECONDED
the motion.
Planning Director Buettner read into the record the staff report as included in the packet and attached to
Resolution No. PZ2025-18; concluding that staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit.
Vice Chair Earsley opened the floor for public hearing.
Michael Welch, applicant stated he purchased the building and made renovations, and noted he has
owned and operated another retail store on K-Beach Road since 2020.
The applicant provided clarification that the K-Beach establishment is a marijuana establishment; this
property before the Commission was originally purchased with the intent of a growing operation; since
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growing is not allowed on a parcel so small, plans changed to a retail store; and he clarified that there
would be no cultivation whatsoever on at this location.
Staff provided clarification the largest buffer distance requirements were related to schools; there was
not a buffer distance required between specific types of marijuana establishments; and the City did not
establish a maximum number of marijuana establishments allowed within the City.
Reed Knackstedt, Kenai resident addressed the Commission in opposition to retail marijuana stores and
marijuana cultivation, noting concerns with the proximity of this store to his home and the school; felt the
City and Borough should have more regulations on the matter; and he would rather not see this approved.
There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
At the request of the Commission the applicant clarified that hours of operation are intended to be 8:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m. during the winter and spring; summer hours would be 8:00 a.m. to Midnight.
VOTE:
YEA: Fikes, Earsley, Krause, Pettey
NAY: Woodard, Reveal
ABSENT: Twait
MOTION PASSED.
Vice Chair Earsley noted the 15-day appeal period.
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Discussion - Aspen Creek, 701 N. Forest Drive CUP
Planning Director Buettner provided an update noting the traffic count was not yet complete; the plan is
to conduct at least three spot traffic counts; each count will last about an hour; landscape contractors
were on-site finalizing work; internal construction is reportedly complete; and a more detailed report will
be provided at the next meeting.
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Requesting Excused Absences for the May 14, 2025 Regular Meeting –
Pettey
Approved by the consent agenda.
I. REPORTS
1. Planning Director - Planning Director Buettner reported on the following:
• Preliminary work on a high-level existing condition report on transportation in Kenai is
underway.
• Hazard Mitigation Plan is on hold due to changes in FEMA requirements and lack of
available funding.
2. Commission Chair - No report.
3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning - No report.
4. City Council Liaison – Council Member Askin reported on recent actions of the City Council.
J. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
K. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION
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1. Next Meeting: The June 11, 2025 meeting was cancelled, next meeting was scheduled for
June 25,2025.
L. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
General appreciation was stated for the thoroughness of staff.
M. PENDING ITEMS - None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
O. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None.
There being no further business before the Planning & Zoning Commission, the meeting was adjourned
at 7:49 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting of May
28, 2025.
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Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ2025-21
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT PRELIMINARY PLAT BEAVER CREEK ALASKA
SUBDIVISION AMENDED 2025 REPLAT ATTACHED HERETO BE APPROVED.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 6575 & 6607 Kenai Spur Highway and 3415
Mudhen Drive
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15, Block F, Beaver Creek Alaska
Subdivision Amended, Section 36, Township 6
North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian
KPB PARCEL NUMBER: 04106302, 04106303, & 04106317
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received a preliminary plat from McLane Consulting, on behalf of
property owner Casey Gaze aka Casey J. Gaze & Liana Gaze, to replat Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15,
Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended into one 4.546-acre lot to be known as Lot 2A, Block
F, Beaver Creek Subdivision Amended; and,
WHEREAS, the preliminary plat meets the minimum lot width and minimum lot depth
requirements as outlined in Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Section 14.10.070(d)(2); and,
WHEREAS, the existing street names are referenced correctly; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed lot has existing access from the Kenai Spur Highway (state-maintained
paved road); and,
WHEREAS, City water is not available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, City sewer is not available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, a 10-foot easement for utilities is located adjacent to rights-of-way, along the north
and south boundaries of the proposed lot; and,
WHEREAS, an installation agreement is not required; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites. The on-site water and wastewater systems are
subject to the regulatory requirements of ADEC.
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2. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, there are no minimum lot
sizes within the General Commercial zoning district, but the proposed lot sizes will allow
for commercial uses to be developed and operated on the new parcel
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with
the maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That preliminary plat Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended, for a replat Lots
2, 3, 14, & 15, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended, Section 36, Township 6 North, Range
11 West, Seward Meridian, be approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
Section 2. If the Preliminary Plat is approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough, the property
owner will rezone the newly created lot to General Commercial (CG) Zoning District to conform
with KMC 14.20.040(a)(2) – Rules for Interpretation: [Zoning] boundaries indicated as
approximately following platted lot lines shall be construed as following such lot lines
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
THIS 25th DAY OF JUNE, 2025.
JEFF TWAIT, CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST:
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Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: June 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. PZ2025-21 – Preliminary Plat – Beaver Creek Alaska
Subdivision Amended 2025 Replat
Request The applicant is proposing a preliminary plat to replat Lots 2, 3, 14, &
15, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended into one 4.546-acre lot
to be known as Lot 2A, Block F, Beaver Creek Subdivision Amended.
Staff
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. PZ2025-21 recommending approval of
Preliminary Plat – Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended 2025
Replat, one 4.546-acre lot to be known as Lot 2A, Block F, Beaver
Creek Subdivision Amended.
Applicant: McLane Consulting
Attn: Andrew Hamilton
PO Box 468
Soldotna, AK 99669
Property Owner: Casey Gaze aka Casey J. Gaze & Liana Gaze
Legal Descriptions: Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15, Block F, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision
Amended, Section 36, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward
Meridian
Property Address: 6575 & 6607 Kenai Spur Highway and 3415 Mudhen Drive
KPB Parcel Nos.: 04106302, 04106303, & 04106317
Zoning District: General Commercial (CG) & Rural Residential (RR)
Land Use Plan: General Commercial (GC)
Surrounding Uses:
General Commercial (CG) & Rural Residential (RR)
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Preliminary Plat
Beaver Creek Alaska Sub. Amended 2025 Replat Page 2 of 3
SUMMARY
A preliminary plat has been submitted from McLane Consulting on behalf of the property owner
to replat Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended, Section 36, Township
6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian into one 4.546-acre lot to be known as Lot 2A, Block
F, Beaver Creek Subdivision Amended. Current improvements include an RV campground with
hookups and a main structure for administration.
Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Chapter 14.10 Subdivision Regulations states preliminary plats or
replats must first be submitted to the City for review and provide recommendation to the Kenai
Peninsula Borough Planning Commission.
ANALYSIS
The proposed replat meets intent of the General Commercial (CG) zoning district. There are no
minimum lot sizes within the General Commercial zoning district, but the proposed lot size will
allow for commercial uses to be developed and operated. The area is immediately adjacent to the
Kenai Spur Highway and commercial uses are preferred due to the increased road noise.
Commercial developments can help shield future residential development through proper
vegetative screening, and the increased distance from the highway.
City water and wastewater are not directly available in this area, as a water main is located on
the north side of the Kenai Spur Highway. The parcel is currently served by a well and septic
system. The water and septic systems must meet the regulatory requirements of the State of
Alaska, Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC).
Access to the proposed Lots is currently provided via the Kenai Spur Highway, a state-maintained
paved road. No direct access to state-maintained rights-of-way are permitted unless approved by
the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, as denoted in plat note
seven (7). All rights-of-way within the proposed preliminary plat are existing. The Public Works
Director has reviewed the preliminary plat and had no comments. Therefore, staff finds that an
installation agreement is not required for the preliminary plat.
A 10-foot easement for utilities is located along the north and south boundaries of the lot adjacent
to existing rights-of-way. This is denoted in plat note three (3), which states the front 10-feet
adjacent to rights-of-way is a utility easement.
Prior to new development, the City of Kenai Floodplain Administrator should be contacted for
information and regulations. The City of Kenai Floodplain Administrator has reviewed the
preliminary plat and has no comments.
Staff finds that the preliminary plat to replat Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision
Amended, Section 36, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian meets the following
Title 14 of Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) sections and aligns with the intent of the Kenai Zoning
Code.
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites, and the on-site water and wastewater systems
are subject to the regulatory requirements of ADEC.
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Preliminary Plat
Beaver Creek Alaska Sub. Amended 2025 Replat Page 3 of 3
2. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, there are no minimum lot
sizes within the General Commercial zoning district, but the proposed lot sizes will allow
for commercial uses to be developed and operated on the new parcel.
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with the
maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds that the proposed preliminary plat for Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended 2025
Replat meets the general standards of Kenai Municipal Code (KMC), Chapter 14.10 Subdivision
Regulations and Chapter 14.24 Development Requirements Table and hereby recommends that
the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Resolution No. PZ2025-21 to replat
Lots 2, 3, 14, & 15, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended, Section 36, Township 6 North,
Range 11 West, Seward Meridian to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. If the Preliminary Plat is approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough, the property owner
will rezone the newly created lot to General Commercial (CG) Zoning District to conform
with KMC 14.20.040(a)(2) – Rules for Interpretation: [Zoning] boundaries indicated as
approximately following platted lot lines shall be construed as following such lot lines
ATTACHMENTS
Aerial Map
Application
Preliminary Plat, Beaver Creek Alaska Subdivision Amended, 2025 Replat
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Beaver Creek AK Amended 2025 Replat
Legend
Transportation
Mileposts
Parcels and PLSS
Tax Parcels
0 300 600
ft
NOTE: Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these data. However, by accepting this material, you agree that the Kenai Peninsula Borough assumes no liability of any kind arising from the use of this data. The
data are provided without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to time, money or goodwill arising from the use, operation or modification of the data. In using these data, you further agree to
indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kenai Peninsula Borough for any and all liability of any nature arising from the lack of accuracy or correctness of the data, or use of the data.
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ2025-22
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT PRELIMINARY PLAT KENAITZE ACRES ATTACHED
HERETO BE APPROVED.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1000 Redoubt Avenue
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Section 30, Township 6 North, Range 11 West,
Seward Meridian
KPB PARCEL NUMBER: 04101002
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received a Right-of -Way Dedication plat from Edge Survey &
Design, LLC, on behalf of property owner Kenaitze Indian Tribe, for a replat of Section 30,
Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian; and,
WHEREAS, the preliminary plat meets the minimum lot width and minimum lot depth
requirements as outlined in Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Section 14.10.070(d)(2); and,
WHEREAS, the existing street names are referenced correctly; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed lots will have access from Redoubt Avenue (a maintained asphalt City
road); and,
WHEREAS, City water is available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, City sewer is available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, this plat grants a 30-foot by 487-foot utility easement and a 20-foot by 2,122-foot
utility easement along the western boundary; a 60-foot by 977-foot utility easement aligned to the
north of Walnut Avenue; a 30-foot by 180-foot utility easement between the aforementioned
easement and Windward Drive in the Inlet Woods Subdivision; and dedicating the 33-foot
Redoubt Avenue right-of-way with a 10-foot utility easement; and,
WHEREAS, an installation agreement is required; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites. The City water and wastewater is subject to the
regulatory requirements of the City of Kenai Public Works Department.
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2. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.080 Minimum improvement required, the right-of-way within the
proposed preliminary plat is newly dedicated. The proposed, private right-of-way is a
continuation of an existing street and is determined acceptable access.
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the preliminary plat meets
City standards for minimum lot size in the RR zoning district of 20,000 square feet (≈
0.47 acre), with the lot remaining 158.275 acres.
4. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with
the maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That preliminary plat Kenaitze Acres for a right-of -way dedication of Section 30,
Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian, be approved, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. An exception to KMC 14.10.070(d)(1) – Block length greater than 1,400 feet is
recommended in order to maintain a large parcel suitable for future tribal-led
development.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
THIS 25th DAY OF JUNE, 2025.
JEFF TWAIT, CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: June 10, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. PZ2025-22 – Preliminary Plat – Kenaitze Acres
Request The applicant is proposing a Right-of-Way Dedication plat of SE 1/4,
Section 30, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian.
Staff
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. PZ2025-22 recommending approval of Right-of-
Way Dedication plat – Kenaitze Acres, granting utility easements and a
33-foot right-of-way along Redoubt Avenue.
Applicant: Edge Survey & Design, LLC
Attn: Jason Young
PO Box 208
Kasilof, AK 99610
Property Owner: Kenaitze Indian Tribe IRA
Legal Descriptions: SE 1/4, Section 30, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward
Meridian
Property Address: 1400 Redoubt Avenue
KPB Parcel No.: 04101002
Zoning District: Rural Residential (RR)
Land Use Plan: Low Density Residential (LDR)
Surrounding Uses: Rural Residential, Suburban Residential, and Airport
SUMMARY
A Right-of-Way Dedication plat has been submitted by Edge Survey & Design, LLC on behalf of
the property owner granting utility easements and a 33-foot right-of-way along Redoubt Avenue
on SE 1/4, Section 30, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian. This plat will grant
a 30-foot by 487-foot utility easement and a 20-foot by 2,122-foot utility easement along the
western boundary; a 60-foot by 977-foot utility easement aligned to the north of Walnut Avenue;
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Preliminary Plat
Kenaitze Acres Page 2 of 3
a 30-foot by 180-foot utility easement between the aforementioned easement and Windward
Drive in the Inlet Woods Subdivision; and dedicating the 33-foot Redoubt Avenue right-of-way
with a 10-foot utility easement. There is a steep ravine impacting the southeast corner of the
parcel. There are no current plans to bridge this ravine until future development warrants.
Redoubt Avenue will terminate in a cul-de-sac on either side of the ravine. The western end of
Redoubt Avenue will approach from N. Forest Drive and the east will terminate at the edge of
the airport until development warrants. Redoubt Avenue is on a section line easement, which
allows for the continuation of the easement through ravine.
This plat does not intend to subdivide the property, as it is Kenaitze Indian Tribe’s intention to
retain ownership of the entire parcel, even after development is completed.
Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Chapter 14.10 Subdivision Regulations states preliminary plats or
replats must first be submitted to the City for review and provide recommendation to the Kenai
Peninsula Borough Planning Commission.
ANALYSIS
The proposed Right-of-Dedication plat far exceeds the minimum lot size requirement of 20,000
square feet (≈ 0.47 acre) for the Rural Residential (RR) zoning district. The parcel is 158.275
acres.
City water and sewer is available along Redoubt Avenue and North Forest Drive at the southwest
corner of the parcel. Extensions of the water and sewer mains onto the parcel will be completed
as a condition of development.
Access to the proposed Lots is provided via Redoubt Avenue, a maintained asphalt City road.
A private road ROW is within the proposed preliminary plat and is newly dedicated as of this plat.
The proposed dedicated ROW overlays a utility easement that is granted to the City of Kenai for
the installation and maintenance of water and wastewater utilities. The City of Kenai Public Works
Department has reviewed the preliminary plat and has no comments. There is an existing
agreement between the City of Kenai, as agreed to in Resolution 2025-37 where the City of Kenai
will conduct limited road maintenance for a period of ten years. Therefore, staff finds that an
installation agreement may be required for the final plat.
This plat will grant a 30-foot by 487-foot utility easement and a 20-foot by 2,122-foot utility
easement along the western boundary; a 60-foot by 977-foot utility easement aligned to the north
of Walnut Avenue; a 30-foot by 180-foot utility easement between the aforementioned easement
and Windward Drive in the Inlet Woods Subdivision; and dedicating the 33-foot Redoubt Avenue
right-of-way with a 10-foot utility easement.
The parcel has been designated by FEMA as non-regulatory flood zone D, described as
Undetermined Flood Risk (See Floodplain Designation Exhibit A). Prior to development, the City
of Kenai Floodplain Administrator should be contacted for information and regulations. The City
of Kenai Floodplain Administrator has reviewed the preliminary plat and has no comments.
Staff finds that the preliminary plat for Right-of-Way Dedication plat of SE 1/4, Section 30,
Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian meet s the following Title 14 of Kenai
Municipal Code (KMC) sections and aligns with the intent of the Kenai Zoning Code.
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Preliminary Plat
Kenaitze Acres Page 3 of 3
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the Right-of-Way Dedication
plat for subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements,
provides satisfactory and desirable building sites. The City water and wastewater is
subject to the regulatory requirements of the City of Kenai Public Works Department.
a. An exception is requested for KMC 14.10.070(d)(1) – Blocks. No block shall be
longer than one thousand four hundred (1,400) feet. Due to the use of this land as
a private, tribally-owned community, future private roads will be constructed at the
discretion of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe and will provide reasonable access to
buildings within the larger parcel.
2. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.080 Minimum improvement required, the right-of-way within the
proposed preliminary plat is newly dedicated. The proposed right-of-way is a continuation
of an existing street and is determined acceptable access.
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the preliminary plat meets
City standards for minimum lot size in the Rural Residential zoning district of 20,000
square feet (≈ 0.47 acre), with the lot remaining 158.275 acres.
4. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with the
maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds that the proposed preliminary plat for Kenaitze Acres meets the general standards of
Kenai Municipal Code (KMC), Chapter 14.10 Subdivision Regulations and Chapter 14.24
Development Requirements Table and hereby recommends that the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend approval of Resolution No. PZ2025-22 for a Right-of-Way Dedication
plat of SE 1/4, Section 30, Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian to the Kenai
Peninsula Borough, subject to the following conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. An exception to KMC 14.10.070(d)(1) – Block length greater than 1,400 feet is requested
by the City in order to maintain a large parcel suitable for future tribal-led development.
ATTACHMENTS
Aerial Map
Application
Preliminary Plat, Kenaitze Acres
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Kenaitze Acres
Legend
Transportation
Mileposts
Parcels and PLSS
Tax Parcels
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ2025-23
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT PRELIMINARY PLAT TERRA-B SUBDIVISION 2025
REPLAT ATTACHED HERETO BE APPROVED.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 108, 110, & 112 Baker St
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots 7, 8, & 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision,
Township 6N, Range 11 West, Section 34, Seward
Meridian
KPB PARCEL NUMBERS: 04522040, 04522041, 04522042
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received a preliminary plat from McLane Consulting, on behalf of
property owner Patrick Devlin, for a replat of Lots 7, 8, & 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision,
Township 6 North, Range 11 West, Section 34, Seward Meridian; and,
WHEREAS, the preliminary plat meets the minimum lot width and minimum lot depth
requirements as outlined in Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Section 14.10.070(d)(2); and,
WHEREAS, the existing street names are referenced correctly; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed lots will have access from Baker Street (a maintained gravel City road);
and,
WHEREAS, City water is not available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, City sewer is not available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, an easement for utilities is already located adjacent to rights-of-way, along the west
boundary of the proposed lot; and,
WHEREAS, an installation agreement is not required; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites. The on-site water and wastewater systems are
subject to the regulatory requirements of ADEC.
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2. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.080 Minimum improvement required, the Baker Street right-of-way
exists within the proposed preliminary plat. Baker Street is an existing street and is
determined acceptable access. Therefore, an installation agreement is not required.
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the preliminary plat meets
City standards for minimum lot size in the RS zoning district of 7,200 square feet (≈ 0.17
acre), with a proposed lot size of 2.04 acres or 88,862 square feet.
4. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with
the maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That preliminary plat Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat, for a replat of Lots 7, 8, &
9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision, Township 6N, Range 11 West, Section 34, Seward Meridian,
be approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
THIS 25th DAY OF JUNE, 2025.
JEFF TWAIT, CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: June 10, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. PZ2025-23 – Preliminary Plat – Terra-B Subdivision 2025
Replat
Request The applicant is proposing a preliminary plat to replat Lots 7, 8, & 9,
Block One, Terra-B Subdivision.
Staff
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. PZ2025-23 recommending approval of
Preliminary Plat – Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat, creating one (1) lot
of 2.2028 acres.
Applicant: McLane Consulting
Attn: Andrew Hamilton
PO Box 468
Soldotna, AK 99669
Property Owner: Patrick Devlin
Legal Descriptions: Lots 7, 8, & 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision, Township 6N, Range
11 West, Section 34, Seward Meridian
Property Address: 108, 110, & 112 Baker St
KPB Parcel Nos.: 04522040, 04522041, 04522042
Zoning District: Suburban Residential (RS)
Land Use Plan: Suburban Residential (SR)
Surrounding Uses: Suburban Residential
SUMMARY
A preliminary plat has been submitted from McLane Consulting on behalf of the property owner
for a replat of Lots 7, 8, & 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision, Township 6N, Range 11 West,
Section 34, Seward Meridian, to create one (1) parcel.
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Resolution No. PZ2025-23
Preliminary Plat
Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat Page 2 of 3
Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Chapter 14.10 Subdivision Regulations states preliminary plats or
replats must first be submitted to the City for review and provide recommendation to the Kenai
Peninsula Borough Planning Commission.
ANALYSIS
The proposed replat meets the minimum lot size requirement of 7,200 square feet (≈ 0.17 acre)
for the Suburban Residential (RS) zoning district. The size of the proposed lot is approximately
88,862 square feet (2.04 acres).
City water is not available along Baker Street. City wastewater is not available along Baker Street
therefore private septic systems have been proposed. The water well and private septic systems
are subject to the regulatory requirements of the State of Alaska, Department of Environmental
Conservation (ADEC).
Access to the proposed Lots is provided via Baker Street, a maintained gravel City road. The City
of Kenai Public Works Department has reviewed the preliminary plat and has no comments.
Therefore, staff finds that an installation agreement is not required for the preliminary plat.
The northeast and eastern portions of the proposed lots are prone to riverine inundation. Prior to
development, the City of Kenai Floodplain Administrator should be contacted for information and
regulations. The City of Kenai Floodplain Administrator has reviewed the preliminary plat and has
no comments.
Staff finds that the preliminary plat for a replat of Lots 7, 8, & 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision,
Township 6N, Range 11 West, Section 34, Seward Meridian meets the following Title 14 of Kenai
Municipal Code (KMC) sections and aligns with the intent of the Kenai Zoning Code.
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites. The on-site water and wastewater systems are
subject to the regulatory requirements of ADEC.
2. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.080 Minimum improvement required, the right-of-way within the
proposed preliminary plat exists prior to this plat. The right-of-way is a continuation of an
existing street and is determined acceptable access. Therefore, an installation agreement
is not required.
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the preliminary plat meets
City standards for minimum lot size in the Suburban Residential zoning district of 7,200
square feet (≈ 0.17 acre), with a proposed lot size of 2.04 acres.
4. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with the
maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds that the proposed preliminary plat for Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat meets the
general standards of Kenai Municipal Code (KMC), Chapter 14.10 Subdivision Regulations and
Chapter 14.24 Development Requirements Table and hereby recommends that the Planning and
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Preliminary Plat
Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat Page 3 of 3
Zoning Commission recommend approval of Resolution No. PZ2025-23 for a replat of Lots 7, 8,
& 9, Block One, Terra-B Subdivision, Township 6N, Range 11 West, Section 34, Seward Meridian,
to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, subject to the following conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
ATTACHMENTS
Aerial Map
Application
Preliminary Plat, Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat
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Terra-B Sub. 2025 Replat
Legend
Transportation
Mileposts
Parcels and PLSS
Tax Parcels
0 150 300
ft
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data are provided without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to time, money or goodwill arising from the use, operation or modification of the data. In using these data, you further agree to
indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kenai Peninsula Borough for any and all liability of any nature arising from the lack of accuracy or correctness of the data, or use of the data.
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ2025-24
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT PRELIMINARY PLAT RUBY’S DAZZLING SCENIC
VIEW SUBDIVISION HENDRIKS ADDITION ATTACHED HERETO BE APPROVED.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1312 & 1402 Barabara Dr.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View
Subdivision, Township 5 North, Range 11 West,
Section 10, Seward Meridian
KPB PARCEL NUMBERS: 04912060 & 04912061
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received a preliminary plat from Edge Survey and Design, LLC, on
behalf of property owner LJ Hendriks Trust, for a replat of Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic
View Subdivision, Township 5 North, Range 11 West, Section 10, Seward Meridian; and,
WHEREAS, the preliminary plat meets the minimum lot width and minimum lot depth
requirements as outlined in Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Section 14.10.070(d)(2); and,
WHEREAS, the existing street names are referenced correctly; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed lots will have access from Barabara Drive (a maintained gravel City
road); and,
WHEREAS, City water is not available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, City sewer is not available to the proposed lots; and,
WHEREAS, an easement for utilities is already located adjacent to rights-of -way, along the east
and southeast boundaries of the proposed lot; and,
WHEREAS, an installation agreement is not required; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
1. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites. The on-site water and wastewater systems are
subject to the regulatory requirements of ADEC.
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2. Pursuant to KMC 14.10.080 Minimum improvement required, the Baker Street right-of-way
exists within the proposed preliminary plat. Baker Street is an existing street and is
determined acceptable access. Therefore, an installation agreement is not required.
3. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the preliminary plat meets
City standards for minimum lot size in the Rural Residential (RR) zoning district of
20,000 square feet (≈ 0.47 acre), with a proposed lot size of two (2) acres or 87,120
square feet.
4. Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with
the maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That preliminary plat Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision,
Township 5 North, Range 11 West, Section 10, Seward Meridian, be approved, subject to the
following conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
THIS 25th DAY OF JUNE, 2025.
JEFF TWAIT, CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: June 12, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. PZ2025-24 – Preliminary Plat – Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View
Subdivision Hendriks Addition
Request The applicant is proposing a preliminary plat to replat Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s
Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision Hendriks Addition.
Staff
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. PZ2025-24 recommending approval of
Preliminary Plat – Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision Hendriks
Addition, creating one (1) two-acre lot.
Applicant: Edge Survey & Design, LLC
Attn: Jason Young
PO Box 208
Kasilof, AK 99610
Property Owner: LJ Hendriks Trust
Legal Descriptions: Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision, Township 5
North, Range 11 West, Section 10, Seward Meridian
Property Address: 1312 & 1402 Barabara Dr.
KPB Parcel Nos.: 04912060 & 04912061
Zoning District: Rural Residential (RR)
Land Use Plan: Low Density Residential
Surrounding Uses: Low Density Residential
SUMMARY
A preliminary plat has been submitted from Edge Survey & Design on behalf of the property owner
for a replat of Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision, Township 5 North, Range 11
West, Section 10, Seward Meridian, to create one (1) two-acre parcel.
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Resolution No. PZ2025-23
Preliminary Plat
Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat Page 2 of 3
Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) Chapter 14.10 Subdivision Regulations states preliminary plats or
replats must first be submitted to the City for review and provide recommendation to the Kenai
Peninsula Borough Planning Commission.
ANALYSIS
The proposed replat meets the minimum lot size requirement of 20,000 square feet (≈ 0.47 acre)
for the Rural Residential (RR) zoning district. The size of the proposed lot is approximately 87,120
square feet (2.00 acres).
City water is not available along Barabara Drive. City wastewater is not available along
Barabara Drive, therefore a private septic system has been installed on proposed Lot 7A. The
water well and private septic systems are subject to the regulatory requirements of the State
of Alaska, Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC).
Access to the proposed Lots is provided via Barabara Drive, a maintained gravel City road. The
City of Kenai Public Works Department has reviewed the preliminary plat and has no comments.
Therefore, staff finds that an installation agreement is not required for the preliminary plat.
According to Plat Note 8, some or all of the property has been designated by FEMA as a flood
hazard area (X-U). Prior to development, the City of Kenai Floodplain Administrator should be
contacted for information and regulations. The City of Kenai Floodplain Administrator has
reviewed the preliminary plat and has no comments.
Staff finds that the preliminary plat for a replat of Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View
Subdivision, Township 5 North, Range 11 West, Section 10, Seward Meridian meet s the following
Title 14 of Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) sections and aligns with the intent of the Kenai Zoning
Code.
1.Pursuant to KMC 14.10.070 Subdivision Design Standards, the preliminary plat for
subdivision, subject to the listed conditions, provides utility/access easements, provides
satisfactory and desirable building sites. The on-site water and wastewater systems are
subject to the regulatory requirements of ADEC.
2.Pursuant to KMC 14.10.080 Minimum improvement required, the right-of-way within the
proposed preliminary plat exists prior to this plat. The right-of-way is a continuation of an
existing street and is determined acceptable access. Therefore, an installation agreement
is not required.
3.Pursuant to KMC 14.24.010 Minimum lot area requirements, the preliminary plat meets
City standards for minimum lot size in the Rural Residential zoning district of 20,000
square feet (≈ 0.47 acre), with a proposed lot size of two (2) acres.
4.Pursuant to KMC 14.24.020 General Requirements, the preliminary plat meets City
standards for minimum lot width/depth and access/utility easements. Compliance with the
maximum lot coverage, maximum height, and setbacks will be reviewed during the
building permit review.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds that the proposed preliminary plat for Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision
Hendriks Addition meets the general standards of Kenai Municipal Code (KMC), Chapter 14.10
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Preliminary Plat
Terra-B Subdivision 2025 Replat Page 3 of 3
Subdivision Regulations and Chapter 14.24 Development Requirements Table and hereby
recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Resolution No.
PZ2025-24 for a replat of Lots 7 & 8, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision, Township 5 North,
Range 11 West, Section 10, Seward Meridian, to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, subject to the
following conditions:
1. Further development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
ATTACHMENTS
Aerial Map
Application
Preliminary Plat, Ruby’s Dazzling Scenic View Subdivision Hendriks Addition
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Ruby's DSV Sub. Hendriks Replat
Legend
Transportation
Mileposts
Parcels and PLSS
Tax Parcels
0 500 1000
ft
NOTE: Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these data. However, by accepting this material, you agree that the Kenai Peninsula Borough assumes no liability of any kind arising from the use of this data. The
data are provided without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to time, money or goodwill arising from the use, operation or modification of the data. In using these data, you further agree to
indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kenai Peninsula Borough for any and all liability of any nature arising from the lack of accuracy or correctness of the data, or use of the data.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: June 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Aspen Creek CUP – 701 N. Forest Drive Findings
At the regular Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on January 8, 2025, Commissioner
Petty requested copies of the Conditional use Permits for Aspen Creek Assisted Living Facility
be included as additional information in preparation for a potential future public hearing.
They following resolutions were submitted:
• Resolution PZ2012-22: Conditional Use Permit to Clint Hall, for Assisted Living Facility –
Building 1
• Resolution PZ2015-24: Conditional Use Permit to Clint Hall for Assisted Living Facility –
Building 2
• Resolution PZ2023-05: Amendment to the CUP to Aspen Creek/Douglas Clegg, to allow
the expansion of the facility, connecting buildings 1 and 2
• Resolution PZ2023-18: Granting a modification to PZ2023-05 to Aspen Creek/Douglas
Clegg to reduce the width of the ROW easement to/from Ponderosa Street from 60 ft
width to 30 ft width.
• 2023-CTR-4: CUP Transfer from Brooks Holding LLC and Miriam, LLC to Aspen Creek
Kenai Property, LLC.
At the regular Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on February 12, 2025, the owner of
Aspen Creek requested to give Scheduled Public Comments. Further discussions with nearby
property owners and testimony received during public meetings were noted and it was
determined that the Planning & Zoning Department would determine if traffic levels remained
elevated as winter ended and interior construction was completed in early May.
In May 2025, traffic volume and speed were captured on various days by Temporary
Enforcement Officers with the Kenai Police Department in an unmarked vehicle between May
19th and 27th. The attached report shows a small number (5 out of 150) of vehicles were
speeding over 25 MPH and only 8 out of 150 came from the rear entrance to Aspen Creek.
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From:David Ross
To:Kevin Buettner
Cc:Terry Eubank
Subject:FW: Message from Dispatch650i
Date:Thursday, May 29, 2025 2:57:49 PM
Attachments:SDispatch6525052914200.pdf
Kevin,
Our TEO did speed measurements on Pine and Ponderosa from an unmarked car from 5/19-5/27
until she measured 50 vehicle at each of three times per day (7-8:30A, 11-12:30p, and 4:30-6p.) Out
of those 150 vehicles I counted 5 that were over the 25 MPH speed limit, and three of those were
going 26 MPH. Only 8 of those 150 vehicles came or went from Ponderosa St. which leads to the
back of the Aspen Assisted Living.
The data is attached.
Dave
From: bizhub@kenai.city <bizhub@kenai.city>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 3:21 PM
To: David Ross <DRoss@kenai.city>
Subject: Message from Dispatch650i
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
DATE: June 17, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-38 - Street Renaming of South Spruce Street to
Kenai Beach Street
On June 4, 2025, Resolution 2025-38 was introduced to the Kenai City Council during a
regularly scheduled meeting. This resolution seeks to change the street name of South Spruce
Street to Kenai Beach Street. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.15.140, City
Council may change, rename, or name an existing street or newly established street within City
limits upon recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission and after consultation
with the Kenai Peninsula Borough (KPB) or any other affected municipality. In accordance with
this section of code, the resolution has been referred to the Planning & Zoning Commission for
their review and recommendation.
Planning & Zoning staff met with the Kenai Post Office Postmaster on June 5, 2025. On June
17, 2025, staff was informed that if the resolution is passed by Council, the legislation should
then be taken to the post office as soon as possible to forward to Anchorage’s main post office.
The main Anchorage post office will officially forward all mail of affected properties for a period
of one year to allow for new addresses to be updated.
On June 5, 2025, Planning & Zoning staff emailed all affected City departments to include Fire,
Police, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works. One comment was received on behalf of the
Wastewater Treatment Plant. There are four distinct addresses associated with the plant, two of
which are on South Spruce Street. It was recommended to reduce this to one and readdress the
plant to Kenai Avenue, which is the street on which it physically has frontage. A copy of this
comment is attached to this memorandum.
On June 11, 2025, written notices were mailed to all property owners and property lessees
along South Spruce Street. In addition to those notices, a 300’ buffer for public noticing was set
along the entire length of the street. Notices were sent to these additional properties to inform
the surrounding area of the potential name change. The notice contained information about the
June 25, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting, as well as the public hearing to take
place on July 2, 2025 City Council meeting. As of the date of this memorandum, no comments
had been received.
On June 17, 2025, staff contacted the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The Borough confirmed the
proposed name does not conflict with any other Borough or Municipality street name. If passed,
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a copy of the resolution must be sent to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Department to
allow them to update their addressing system and other data used by their GIS department and
Central Emergency Services dispatch, which is the backup emergency dispatch to the City of
Kenai.
Lastly, on June 17, 2025, staff contacted the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public
Facilities’ regional planner. An inquiry was made to determine any potential impacts to the Kenai
Spur Highway and relevant signage. As of the date of this memorandum, no comments had
been received.
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CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-38
A RESOLUTION RENAMING SOUTH SPRUCE STREET TO KENAI BEACH STREET.
WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.15.140 authorizes City Council to name and rename an
existing street or newly established street within City limits upon recommendation from the Planning and
Zoning Commission and after consultation with the Kenai Peninsula Borough (KPB) or any other affected
municipality; and,
WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.15.010(b)(1) provides that all through east and west
streets shall carry the designation “avenue,” and all through or potentially through north and south streets
shall carry the designation “street.”; and,
WHEREAS, access to Kenai’s North Beach is important to the City of Kenai as an amenity for residents
and visitors and anchors the City’s summer economic boom during fishing season; and,
WHEREAS, the change to Kenai Beach Street would function as built-in wayfinding to guide residents
and visitors to the beach access without the need for additional road signage; and,
WHEREAS, the KPB Planning Department has no objection to renaming South Spruce Street to Kenai
Beach Street; and,
WHEREAS, adjacent property owners have been notified by mail to changing the street name to Kenai
Beach Street; and,
WHEREAS, the street name assignment would not adversely impact 911 navigation; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission during their June 25, 2025 regular meeting
recommended Council ___________ this resolution renaming South Spruce Street to Kenai Beach
Street; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to rename the street to use the road name to
safely guide increased tourist traffic, reducing sudden braking applications on the Kenai Spur Highway
due to late or missed turns.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. That South Spruce Street in the City of Kenai is renamed Kenai Beach Street.
Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 2ND DAY OF JULY, 2025.
___________________________________
Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members
FROM: Henry Knackstedt, Vice Mayor
DATE: May 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-XX38 - Street Renaming of South Spruce Street to
Kenai Beach Street
This resolution seeks to change the street name of South Spruce Street to Kenai Beach Street.
The City of Kenai’s North Beach is a fundamental part of the city’s tourism and fishing seasons,
drawing thousands of visitors annually for the year-round world-class views of the inlet and
Redoubt Volcano and as the base of dip-net fishing in summer. The beach is also used
extensively by residents as a recreational space.
Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.15.140, City Council may change, rename, or name
an existing street or newly established street within City limits upon recommendation from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and after consultation with the Kenai Peninsula Borough (KPB)
or any other affected municipality.
This resolution will be referred to Planning and Zoning Commission for their recommendation at
their regularly scheduled meeting on June 25, 2025.
All property owners along South Spruce Street will be notified of the proposed street renaming
and the scheduled public meetings to provide several opportunities for submissions of comments.
In addition, staff will request for comments from the Public Works Department, Police Department,
Fire Department, and local United States Post Office.
Thank you for your consideration.
Attachment
Map
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S.Spruce St.-Kenai,AK
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From:Eric Jean
To:Kevin Buettner
Subject:RE: Comments Requested - Street Name Change - S. Spruce
Date:Friday, June 6, 2025 8:01:45 AM
Attachments:image001.png
image002.png
Kevin,
The WWTP's address has multiple listings. It is listed as 600 S. Spruce St. with the city and DEC. The
borough has 2 addresses listed for it, 200 S. Spruce St. and 301 S Forest Drive. Google lists the
address as 1450 Kenai Ave.
I don’t know which one we want to go with, but we should probably get everything straightened
out. The only road that the WWTP fronts is Kenai Ave. Would we want to make this the actual
address? I know it is really hard to get any deliveries down at the plant and for people to find the
facility. Listing the address as Kenai Ave may help with that issue as the wastewater treatment plant
is the only facility that lies on Kenai Ave.
I am open to anything, but most of all, it would be nice to just have it straightened out.
Thank you,
Eric Jean
City of Kenai
Assistant Public Works Director
ejean@kenai.city
Office: 907-283-8247
Cell: 507-382-9067
From: Kevin Buettner <kbuettner@kenai.city>
Sent: Thursday, June 5, 2025 4:44 PM
To: Planning Department <planning@kenai.city>
Subject: Comments Requested - Street Name Change - S. Spruce
All,
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On June 4, 2025, Resolution 2025-38 was introduced to City Council and subsequently referred
to the Planning & Zoning Commission. This resolution is intending to change the name of S.
Spruce St. to Kenai Beach St. I have met with the local postmaster for their feedback and will be
reaching out to KPB and the Alaska DOT.
On behalf of the Planning & Zoning Commission, I am seeking to understand any potential
impacts that may arise that could affect your respective departments. Impacts may include, but
are not limited to:
Time needed to coordinate with other entities (KPB, etc.)
Traffic safety/motorist confusion
Deliveries to site (wastewater?)
Time needed to change addresses/directions on website or marketing materials
Other comments as appropriate
Comments can be sent back by emailing me back for inclusion into the Staff Report I will put
together for the commission. I am asking for comments by June 19th so they can be included in
the commission packet.
I appreciate your attention to this matter and welcome any feedback received.
Kevin Buettner, AICP, LEED AP, CNU-A
Planning Director
(907) 283-8235 (O) | (907) 971-0867 (M)
www.kenai.city
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
THROUGH: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director
FROM: Brandon McElrea, Planning Technician
DATE: June 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Action/Approval – Lease of Airport Reserve Land for the Property
Described as Lot 3, Block 2, General Aviation Apron According to Plat No.
73-68
Schilling Rentals, LLC (“Schilling Rentals”) submitted a land lease renewal application of Airport
Reserve Land for the property described as Lot 3, Block 2, General Aviation Apron Subdivision,
located at 155 Granite Point Court (KPB Parcel No. 04324006). Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code
(KMC) 21.10.080(e) Length of Lease Term, the applicant is requesting a term of 45 years based
on a professional opinion of remaining useful life, supplied by Larson Engineering & Design. The
30-day notice of competitive land lease application will expire on June 16, 2025. As-of-date, the
City has not received any competing lease applications for the subject property.
The applicant intends to continue to use the premises for aviation related purposes. Schilling
Rentals currently holds several leases with the City and is in compliance with the terms and
conditions of their leases.
The subject property is approximately 1.15 acres and located within the Airport Light Industrial
(ALI) Zone. The intent of the ALI Zone is to protect the viability of the Kenai Municipal Airport as
a significant resource to the community by encouraging compatible land uses and reducing
hazards that may endanger the lives and property of the public and aviation users. The continuing
use is permitted in the ALI Zone and is an airport compatible use. Furthermore, the use is
consistent with the 2016 Imagine Kenai 2030 Comprehensive Plan. It supports Goal 5-
Transportation, which has a vision for Kenai Municipal Airport as a gateway to the Kenai
Peninsula.
Pursuant to KMC 14.05.010(b)(2), the Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission shall act in an
advisory capacity to City Council regarding City and airport land leases. P&Z Commission makes
their recommendation based on the proposed development and compliance with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Code. The Airport Commission will also review the
application and provide a recommendation to City Council. City Council will be notified of your
commission’s recommendation as part of their consideration of the lease application.
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Does your Commission recommend approval to City Council on the lease renewal
application of Airport Reserve Land at the property described as Lot 3, Block 2, General
Aviation Apron?
Attachments
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Application
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June 9, 2025 – 7:30 PM Action Agenda Betty J. Glick Assembly Chambers
George A. Navarre Kenai Peninsula
Borough Administration Building and Through
Jeremy Brantley, Chair Sterling/Funny River Term Expires 2027
Pamela Gillham, Vice Chair
Kalifornsky / Kasilof District
Term Expires 2026
Virginia Morgan
Cooper Landing / Hope
Eastern Peninsula District
Term Expires 2025
Diane Fikes
City of Kenai
Term Expires 2025
Paul Whitney
City of Soldotna
Term Expires 2027
Franco Venuti
City of Homer
Term Expires 2025
Karina England
City of Seward
Term Expires 2026
Jeffrey Epperheimer
Nikiski District
Term Expires 2026
Dawson Slaughter
South Peninsula District
Term Expires 2025
Remote participation will be available through Zoom, or other audio or video means, wherever technically feasible
ZOOM MEETING DETAILS
Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9077142200
Zoom Toll Free Phone Numbers: 888-788-0099 or 877-853-5247 Zoom Meeting ID: 907 714 2200
To join the meeting from a computer, visit the Zoom meeting link above. If you connect
by computer and do not have speakers or a microphone, connect online and then select
phone for audio. A box will come up with toll free numbers, the meeting ID, and your
participant number. To attend the Zoom meeting by telephone, use the Zoom toll free
phone numbers listed above.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
(Action items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial
by the Planning Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.)
ACTION ITEMS CURRENTLY ON CONSENT AGENDA:
*1. Time Extension Requests
a. Bostwick Subdivision; KPB File 2021-068 b. Jack Gist Subdivision No. 3; KPB File 2020-107
*3. Plats Granted Administrative Approval
a. Ageya Homestead 2024 Replat; KPB File 2024-088 b. Atkinson Subdivision Savely Addition; KPB File 2024-095
c. Bayview Gardens Subdivision Addition 2 Jennings 2024 Replat; KPB File
2024-109
d. Dawn Estates Whitten Berg Addition; KPB File 2024-120R1
e. Eker Estates No. 3 Tract A-1 2024 Replat; KPB File 2024-089
f. Glacier View Subdivision No. 28; KPB File 2024-041
g. Kyzer Subdivision Carlson Addition; KPB File 2024-130
h. Sea Watch Estates 2024 Addition; KPB File 2024-121 i. Shepherd Subdivision; KPB File 2024-098
j. Trust Land Survey 2023-05 Three Ponds Subdivision; KPB File 2024-006 k. Trust Land Survey 2024-066 Emerald Subdivision; KPB File 2024-066
*7. Minutes
a. May 12, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Motion to approve the concent and regular agendas passed by unanimous
vote (9-Yes
Planning Commission
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D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None
E. NEW BUSINESS
Public Hearing: Legislative Matters
1. Ordinance 2025-10: Authorizing the sale of certain parcels owned by the Kenai Peninsula Borough via a live public outcry/simulcast online auction followed by a secondary online-only
auction. (Staff Person: Land Agent Jennifer Shields)
Motion to forward to the Assembly a recommendation to adopt Ordinance 2025-10 passed by
unanimous vote (9-Yes)
2. Resolution 2025-XX: Authorizing the correction of title to a parcel of land originally acquired by
Peninsula General Hospital (Staff Person Land Management Officer Aaron Hughes)
Motion forward to the Assembly a recommendation to adopt Resolution 2025-XX: Authorizing
the correction of title to a parcel of land originally acquired by Peninsula General Hospital, passed
by unanimous vote (9-Yes)
3. Ordinance 2025-11: Amending KPB 2.56.007 to adopt the 2025 Kenai Peninsula Borough Safe
Streets & Roads For All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan as an element of the 2019 Kenai
Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan (Staff Person: Planning Director Robert Ruffner)
Motion forward to the Assembly a recommendation to adopt Ordinance 2025-11 passed by
unanimous vote (9-Yes)
4. Ordinance 2025-12: Amending KPB 21.18.081 to clarify the requirements for conditional use
permits and amending KPB 21.18.140 to define “Water-Dependent” (Staff Person: KRC Manager
Samantha Lopez)
Motion forward to the Assembly a recommendation to adopt Ordinance 2025-12 passed by
unanimous vote (9-Yes)
Public Hearing: Quasi-Judicial Matters - None (Commission members may not receive or engage in ex-parte
contact with the applicant, other parties interested in the application, or members of the public concerning the application or issues presented in the application) F. PLAT COMMITTEE REPORT – The plat committee will review 5 plats
G. OTHER
H. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT APPEARING ON THE
AGENDA (3 MINUTES PER SPEAKER)
I. DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS
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J. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
K. ADJOURNMENT
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING The next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting will be held Monday, June 23, 2025 in the Betty J. Glick Assembly Chambers of the Kenai Peninsula Borough George A. Navarre Administration Building, 144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna, Alaska at 7:30 p.m.
CONTACT INFORMATION KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH PLANNING DEPARTMENT Phone: 907-714-2215 / Toll free within the Borough 1-800-478-4441, extension 2215 e-mail address: planning@kpb.us website: http://www.kpb.us/planning-dept/planning-home
A party of record may file an appeal of a decision of the Planning Commission in accordance with the requirements of the Kenai
Peninsula Borough Code of Ordinances. An appeal must be filed with the Borough Clerk within 15 days of the notice of decision, using the proper forms, and be accompanied by the filing and records preparation fees.
Vacations of rights-of-way, public areas, or public easements outside city limits cannot be made without the consent of the borough assembly. Vacations within city limits cannot be made without the consent of the city council. The assembly or city council shall have 30 calendar days from the date of approval in which to veto the planning commission decision. If no veto is received within the specified period, it shall be considered that consent was given.
A denial of a vacation is a final act for which the Kenai Peninsula Borough shall give no further consideration. Upon denial, no reapplication or petition concerning the same vacation may be filed within one calendar year of the date of the final denial action except in the case where new evidence or circumstances exist that were not available or present when the original petition was filed.
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June 04, 2025
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
June 04, 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;
twenty (20) minutes aggregated)
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ENACTED AS AMENDED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3471-2025 - Adopting the Annual
Budget, Salary Schedule and Employee Classification Plan for the Fiscal Year Commencing
July 1, 2025 and Ending June 30, 2026 and Committing $2,850,457 of General Fund, Fund
Balance for Future Capital Improvements. (Administration)
2. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3472-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating Grant
Funds from the Alaska High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area for Drug Investigation Overtime
Expenditures. (Administration)
3. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3473-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant
Received Through the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to the Kenai
Animal Shelter for Attendance at the Alaska Animal Control Association 2025 Training
Conference. (Administration)
4. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3474-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriation in the Wastewater, Water & Sewer, and Municipal Roadway Improvements
Capital Project Funds to Transfer Residual Balance from Completed Projects Back to their
Original Funding Sources. (Administration)
5. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY. Ordinance No. 3475-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations in the General Fund – Legislative Department and Increasing the Purchase
Order Amount to BDO USA, P.C. for the FY2024 and FY2025 Financial Audits. (Administration)
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6. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-35 - Approving a Memorandum of
Understanding Between the City of Kenai and the Salamatof Tribe to Recognize Areas of Mutual
Concern and Support, establish a Framework for Cooperative Relationships, and Promote
Government-to-Government Communication for the Benefit of the Community of Kenai as a
Whole. (Daniel)
7. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-36 - Approving a Memorandum of
Understanding Between the City of Kenai and the Kenaitze Indian Tribe to Recognize Areas of
Mutual Concern and Support, establish a Framework for Cooperative Relationships, and
Promote Government-to-Government Communication for the Benefit of the Community of Kenai
as a Whole. (Daniel)
8. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-37 - Approving a Limited Road
Maintenance Agreement Between the City of Kenai and the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.
(Administration)
9. REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AND POSTPONED TO JULY 2,
2025. Resolution No. 2025-38 - Renaming South Spruce Street to Kenai Beach Street.
(Knackstedt)
10. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-39 - Fixing the Rate of Levy of Property
Tax for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 2025 and Ending June 30, 2026. (Administration)
11. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2025-40 - Amending the Comprehensive
Schedule of Rates, Charges and Fees to Incorporate Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Changes to
Include Adjusting Airport Fees, Animal Control Fees, Library Fees, Multipurpose Facility Fees,
Building Permit Fees and Adjusting the Monthly Rental Rates for Vintage Pointe.
(Administration)
F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of May 21, 2025. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Action/Approval - Purchase Orders and Purchase Order Amendments Requiring Council
Approval in Accordance with KMC 7.15.020. (Administration)
3. *Action/Approval - Special Use Permit to Empire Airlines, Inc. for Use of 11,250 Square Feet
of Apron Space at the Kenai Municipal Airport for Aircraft Parking. (Administration)
4. *Action/Approval - First Amendment to the Agreement with Tyler Distributing Company, Inc.
for ATM Services at the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal. (Administration)
5. *Ordinance No. 3476-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
General Fund - Fire Department Personnel Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 for Unanticipated
Overtime Costs Resulting from Vacancies and Retirements. (Administration)
6. *Ordinance No. 3477-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the
General Fund - Police Department and Accepting Grants from the United States Department of
Justice and Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association for the Purchase of a Ballistic
Vest. (Administration)
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7. *Ordinance No. 3478-2025 - Enacting Kenai Municipal Code Section 13.30.070 - Travel
Through Private or Public Property, and Incorporating a Fine into Kenai Municipal Code
13.10.015 - Minor Offense Fine Schedule. (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
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 at 907-283-8231.
Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to
register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zU7rP4QRQVyOWlljBEoM7w
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