HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-05-28 P&Z MinutesCITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AN:D ZONING COMMISSION
**AGENDA**
1 KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
May 28, 1997 - 7:00 p.m.
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1. ROLL CALL:
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 14, 1997
4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
5. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS:
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7. NEW BUSINESS:
a. PZ97-23-Landscape Site Plan Review-Economic Development Center, Mile 14.5
Kenai Spur Highway (Tract C, Radar Subdivision, Replat No. 1)
b. Lease Application-Hertzl Benyamini Development, L.P. or Nominee, Lot 2-A, Baron
~ Park Subdivision No. 6
c. City Land Sale-Ten Lots in Inlet Woods Subdivision
8. OLD BUSINESS:
a. Review of Conditional Use Permit-PZ96-35-Paint Ball Playing Field, Tract A, Block
1, Bridge Road Subdivision No. 2
9. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS:
10. REPORTS:
a. City Council
b. Borough Planning
c. Administration
1 1. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED:
12. INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Memo regarding Airport Commission Public Hearing of June 12, 1997
b. Notice of KPB Borough Plat Committee of May 12, 1997
c. KPB "Quarterly Report of Kenai Economic Indicators"
13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS:
14. ADJOURNMENT:
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
May 28, 1997
~ * *MINUTES*
1. ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Carl Glick, Phil Bryson, Teresa Werner-Quade, Ron Goecke, Barb
Nord, Karen Mahurin, Michael Christian
Members Absent: None
Others Present: Councilman Smalley, City Engineer Jack La Shot, Administrative
Assistant Marilyn Kebschull
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE AGENDA AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
MOTION SECONDED BY MAHURIN. AGENDA APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 14, 1997
WERNER-QUADE MOVED TO APPROVE MINUTES OF MAY 14, 1997. GOECKE
SECONDED THE MOTION AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. MINUTES
APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
5. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS:
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7. NEW BUSINESS:
a. PZ97-23-Landscape Site Plan Review-Economic Development Center, Mile 14.5
Kenai Spur Highway (Tract C, Radar Subdivision, Replat No. 1)
GOECKE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF PZ97-23 LANDSCAPE/SITE PLAN. MOTION
SECONDED BY CHRISTIAN.
La Shot noted no additional staff comments.
Mahurin asked if she was missing something or if they are not landscaping. Glick noted
that the code requires they submit a plan because they are planning and addition. Mahurin
advised she was aware of that but doesn't see any landscaping. Glick agreed.
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Bryson noted that staff made comment on two areas, the parking and a comment
concerning the landscaping. Bryson stated he thought that this didn't need to be a
construction drawing and that they could show the parking without much ado. Bryson
added that whether landscaping was to be done as part of a specific contract they could
show it as part of the site plan. Bryson stated he thought that would be reasonable.
Goecke noted concern with the way the plan was presented. Goecke noted that everyone
else who has come before the Commission has shown what they were going to do for
parking. Goecke noted they haven't done this. Goecke stated others have shown where
they will plant and plow adding he didn't see any of that. Goecke noted he would have a
hard time voting on this unless he could be convinced otherwise.
Nord noted she has the same concerns adding there is nothing to show that there is a
landscape/site plan.
Bryson asked if it might be appropriate to postpone action until parking and landscaping
addressed.
Mahurin stated she was opposed to postponing if it doesn't come in a format that they can
take action on to postpone. Mahurin stated they need to say no to this plan and they need
to submit a new site plan. Mahurin stated she felt a postponement means waiting to take
action on what is before the commission tonight.
Bryson noted the recommendation of the city engineer is that the commission should
determine if the proposed plan meets the intent of the code. Bryson stated he cannot see
defeating this because it is the same item when reinitiated. Bryson stated he felt they
should request that they provide the information as required.
Werner-Quade stated she doesn't feel comfortable with the review and the city engineer is
saying they do not plan any landscaping. Werner-Quade stated that they say, "although
we do not note snow storage on the plan, there is abundant available." Werner-Quade
stated they don't seem to have adequate parking. Werner-Quade advised that given the
recommendation that the commission should determine if the plan meets the intent, stated
she personally doesn't feel it does.
Glick asked which way the Commission wanted to proceed, to table and ask for more
information or to vote it down.
Christian asked if there was a motion to postpone. Glick stated no.
BRYSON MOVED TO POSTPONE UNTIL RECEIVING APPROPRIATE PARKING FOR THE
DESIGNATED USE, UNTIL THE DEVELOPER PROVIDES LANDSCAPING FOR REVIEW
PURPOSES, AND SNOW REMOVAL AREAS.
Goecke asked if it would be out of line to ask Bryson why he would rather postpone than
vote on the plan. Glick stated it could be asked as motion not seconded. Bryson
responded that if they defeat it, what is the Commission requesting. Bryson noted all he
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j wanted was for them to provide the designated parking and if they have an area they
propose to landscape, to put it in the general plan. Bryson added that presumably snow
storage would be addressed at that time. Goecke asked if it could be included in the
motion that they come back to the Commission with a definitive landscape and site plan
review. Glick stated the motion states they will postpone it until they do, or won't take it
up.
MOTION SECONDED BY GOECKE.
Bryson asked how many parking spots the business is short. La Shot stated he would
have the Building Inspector delineate how many spaces are required when it comes back
to the Commission. La Shot noted there is a lot of space available. Kebschull advised she
had discussed the plan with the Building Inspector and noted that he wanted the
Commission to be aware that the parking area is actually a gravel lot. Kebschull added
that it is difficult to ascertain parking required because of the proposed incubator
businesses and not knowing what type of business they will be. Kebschull noted the area
to the north on the drawing is all gravel and will be available for parking. Bryson asked if
this a matter of the architect not being able to define the use so they cannot make an
estimate. La Shot stated he wasn't sure adding he thought he would be at the meeting to
answer questions. La Shot noted he didn't have a problem postponing action.
VOTE ON AMENDMENT:
BRYSON YES WERNER-QUADE YES
GOECKE YES NORD YES
MAHURIN NO CHRISTIAN NO
GLICK YES
PASSED 5-2.. POSTPONED.
b. Lease Application-Hertzl Benyamini Development, L.P. or Nominee, Lot 2-A, Baron
Park Subdivision No. 6
CHRISTIAN RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST FOR LEASE APPLICATION.
MOTION SECONDED BY MAHURIN.
La Shot stated the question at this time is if the use complies with the zoning. La Shot
noted that the developers are hesitant to give out any more information. La Shot stated
the intended use is fine for that zone. La Shot stated that in the future he will have
additional comments depending on what the developers bring forward. Bryson clarified
there was no description other than commercial, retail. La Shot advised none. Bryson
noted this seems somewhat more conceptual rather than a specific lease application.
Bryson asked if he wondered if conceptually a finding that acommercial/retail development
in this are would be appropriate rather than a specific lease. Bryson stated he would defer
~ to staff on this. Glick asked if they conceptually agree that this type use is in agreement
with zone rather than approve the lease. La Shot asked if they wanted more information
adding he didn't know if they would provide more. La Shot reiterated that the question is
if the use if proper for the zone.
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Bryson asked if there was a withdrawal of the prior motion he would consider a more
general recommendation.
Goecke noted the only thing administration wants to know is if the Commission thinks the
city should lease this property to a retail vender. Goecke added it doesn't make any
difference what type of retail business it is, just if the Commission thinks it is a good spot
for a business.
La Shot stated the nature of these things is that the developer has other plans that are not
being divulged at this time. La Shot advised the administration will fashion a lease so that
the property is not tied up too long if it doesn't develop. La Shot noted that if it things do
develop, alandscape/site plan will be brought forward.
Goecke stated the developer would have to do something fairly soon, noting the
construction startup date provided by the developer. La Shot stated there is no guarantee
as to how bonafide this application is. La Shot noted that anyone can come forward with
an application but it is up to administration to make sure they do something within a
specified time frame.
Christian stated his concern that this is a large chunk of land and they may go in and clear
and grave- it up not knowing how long it would be left like that. Christian stated they have
no way of knowing how long it will be that way. Goecke stated it is already gravel.
Christian stated he thought that was the Baron Park along the airport that was gravel.
Smalley noted it is right across from K-Mart. La Shot noted this parcel is fully treed. La
Shot stated the gravel pad is Baron Park No. 3. Christian stated he would hate to see this
approved unless there is a proposal that they will be building as soon as they could.
Christian commented he would hate to see another gravel pit.
Smalley noted that Mr. Goecke's discussion was correct and the Commission is being
asked if the city should enter into a lease agreement with a retailer to develop a business
that is appropriate for the area. Smalley noted the developer will have to come back with
a plan before they do anything with the property.
Mahurin asked if it is appropriate for the lease agreement to stipulate that there will not be
clearing before the city is aware and there is a bonfire plan. La Shot noted that he believes
it would be an appropriate to make that recommendation to council, no clearing take place
without a bonafide plan. Glick asked Councilman Smalley if he felt the council would
approve of that recommendation and Smalley advised yes.
Glick noted they would need a motion to amend the motion.
CHRISTIAN AMENDED THE MOTION TO RECOMMEND THAT COUNCIL NOT ALLOW
CLEARING OF THE LAND UNTIL SPECIFIC PLANS ARE SUBMITTED BY THE LESSEE.
~ GOECKE SECONDED THE MOTION.
Bryson stated he feels it still misses the point that conceptually they presumably agree that
the area is appropriate for retail development.
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CHRISTIAN WITHDRAW THE AMENDMENT UNTIL A MORE SPECIFIC AMENDMENT
SUGGESTED.
BRYSON PROPOSED AN AMENDMENT TO REPLACE ORIGINAL MOTION IN FULL TO THE
EFFECT THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION FINDS THE PROPOSED PARCEL
APPROPRIATE FOR RETAIL/COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND RECOMMENDS THAT
THE CITY CONSIDER ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT FOR LEASE WITH THE APPLICANT.
MAHURIN SECONDED THE AMENDMENT.
Glick explained the motion replaces original motion.
MAHURIN AMENDED MOTION TO ADD THAT THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDS TO CITY COUNCIL THAT THE LEASE HAS LANGUAGE
STIPULATING THERE WILL BE NO CLEARING OF THE PROPERTY UNTIL A BONAFIDE
PLAN SUBMITTED BACK TO THE CITY. CHRISTIAN SECONDED THE MOTION.
VOTE ON AMENDMENT NO. 2:
WERNER-QUADE YES GOECKE YES
NORD YES MAHURIN YES
CHRISTIAN YES BRYSON YES
GLICK YES
MOTION PASSED-UNANIMOUS.
VOTE ON AMENDMENT NO. 1:
Glick explained that it this amendment passed it would replace the original motion.
GOECKE YES NORD YES
MAHURIN YES CHRISTIAN YES
BRYSON YES WERNER-QUADE YES
GLICK YES
MOTION PASSED-UNANIMOUS.
Smalley noted that procedurally when a motion is made, it is owned by the body and it
cannot be removed by the maker unless it is allowed by body. Christian stated he tried to
remove the motion but was not allowed to. Bryson stated he believes that anyone on the
Commission could take issue with the action and stop it, not just the maker of the motion.
Smalley agreed.
Bryson called for point of order advising a need to vote on the main motion as doubly
amended. Glick stated he thought Bryson's motion, the way it was worded, replaced the
main motion. Discussion and agreement that the Commission needed to vote to approve
the motion as doubly amended.
VOTE ON MOTION AS AMENDED:
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j NORD YES MAHURIN YES
CHRISTIAN YES BRYSON YES
WERNER-QUADE YES GOECKE YES
GLICK YES
MOTION PASSED-UNANIMOUS AS AMENDED.
c. City Land Sale-Ten Lots in Inlet Woods Subdivision
BRYSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND THE TEN INDICATED PARCELS BE ADVANCED FOR
SALE. CHRISTIAN SECONDED THE MOTION.
La Shot stated nothing additional unless the Commission finds any lot that will be needed
for public purposes.
Bryson asked if Parks and Recreation has looked at the information to evaluate if a park
would be appropriate in this development. La Shot stated that to his knowledge they
haven't. La Shot stated that could be a recommendation or as the back of the subdivision
reviews utilities, maybe a lot in the back would be appropriate.
Smalley stated that in an attempt to help bring Inlet Woods to closure, this is one of the
parties to which the city is owed and these ten lots are owned by a different individual
than the family who started the addition. Smalley stated the city contacted the individual
and paid an amount of money for quit claim deeds on the parcels so the city doesn't have
to wait ten years for clear title. Smalley stated the idea was to get building lots available
this summer. Smalley added the idea of a park is a good one.
Christian asked Smalley if the city is thinking in terms of a park or recreation area.
Christian commented he felt the central area would be more appropriate for a park.
Smalley stated the council was not thinking of a park but the plan was to get lots on the
market for building. Smalley noted building is down because of the non-availability of
building lots in the city.
Bryson stated in looking at Attachment A, the area seen is about half of the subdivision.
Bryson stated that even beyond the top of this is half way through the subdivision adding
there is still lots of room for a park in the future.
Smalley stated there is another 128 lots the city is soon hoping to have control over in the
near future.
Werner-Quade asked Smalley if the Inlet Wood situation still in litigation. Smalley stated it
is with the judge right now in foreclosures and the city is trying to get him to make a
~ decision. Smalley stated they hope that the motions being filed bring resolution to it.
Smalley stated that they need to be careful so that they end up with the property with
title. Werner-Quade asked if the prospective buyer would be purchasing the land from the
city and Smalley advised yes. Werner-Quade asked about status of water and sewer. La
Shot stated all the water and sewer is included. Werner-Quade asked if this is an
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assessment district. La Shot noted that is the reason for the litigation because of a default
on the assessment and the city is basically taking the property back and putting them out
for sale to recoup the cost of development. La Shot noted that in 1985 the developers
approached council to provide funds in the way of a 100 percent assessment district and
then the real estate market collapsed. Some lots have been built on but the majority have
ended up in litigation. Werner-Quade asked if there are several different owners. Smalley
stated he felt there were four owners. Bryson stated the lots have water, sewer, paved
streets, curb and gutter, and utilities. Werner-Quade questioned if this was incurred at city
expense and that was the basis for the litigation and was advised correct. Werner-Quade
asked if it is the hopes of the city to sell off lots as they become available. Smalley stated
this is one owner and that is why they are able to meet with them and deal with them.
Smalley noted the owner with 128 lots will be dealt with at once adding the city's hands
are tied by the judge. Smalley commented the city would liked to have had this settled
years ago.
VOTE:
MAHURIN YES CHRISTIAN YES
BRYSON YES WERNER-QUADE YES
GOECKE YES NORD YES
GLICK YES
MOTION PASSED-UNANIMOUS.
8. OLD BUSINESS:
a. Review of Conditional Use Permit-PZ96-35-Paint Ball Playing Field, Tract A, Block
1, Bridge Road Subdivision No. 2
MAHURIN MOVED TO APPROVE RENEWAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ96-35.
MOTION SECONDED BY BRYSON.
La Shot stated nothing additional. Kebschull added nothing but noted staff has not
received any public comments.
Mahurin stated she remembers the applicants coming before the Commission and that they
seemed to be very conscientious young. Mahurin noted she has not heard any complaints
from the community adding if there was a problem, the Commission would have heard
about it.
Glick clarified that staff has not had any complaints throughout the year and was advised
that is correct.
Christian asked for clarification on location of field and was informed.
Glick noted one owner was concerned when the permit was issued regarding parking but
since no complaints have been received they must not be being too hard on the neighbors.
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l Werner-Quade asked if this was being reviewed because of the stipulation by the
commission to review in one year. Glick advised yes.
VOTE:
CHRISTIAN YES BRYSON YES
WERNER-QUADE YES GOECKE YES
NORD YES MAHURIN YES
GLICK YES
MOTION PASSED-UNANIMOUS.
9. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS:
10. REPORTS:
a. City Council
Smalley stated there is a copy of the copy of agenda in the packet. Smalley stated that
before proceeding with his report, in regards to Item 7C, he will advise council the
Commission's interest that they check with Parks and Rec about parks in the subdivision
~ when the city obtains additional properties.
Smalley reported, Item B-1, Mr. Phelps of the Division of Lands regarding the Kenai River
Comprehensive Plan. Smalley stated they also found out they need to talk to Phelps about
the BOR land near the golf course. Smalley advised that council objects to the lower river
below the bring being incorporated into the plan. Smalley noted the language is far too
restrictive when speaking of priority during certain time frames. Smalley noted this could
be of potential impact to the canneries. Several council members suggested that the
document was wonderful noting that people had worked hard on it but would like to see
the line drawn at Mile 12.5. Smalley noted the city owns the bottom of the river. Smalley
stated that discussion expressed concern about the Kenai River column of waterway and
that the city feels that within the city they are doing a more than adequate job of
regulation. Smalley noted that the city needed to get this input onto the record.
Item H-10 was moved to Item B-2, this was the handicapable trail for picnicking possibly
at the Municipal Park behind the National Guard. Smalley explained the. possible location
and advised they would have a trail, picnic tables, etc. for people in wheel chairs. The
Lyons Club will put the park in but the city would have to maintain the trail. Smalley noted
the tables and cooking facilities would meet the wheel chair height. Smalley added there
will be a small amount of clearing done.
Under Public Hearings, 1 through 5, were approved. Item 3 involved additional moneys,
around S 160,000, which will come back to the city from PERS. Smalley stated that this
sets up for the people participating in the RIF. Item 6, was a resolution for funding for the
Volcano Learning Center. Smalley advised the resolution is to assist them in obtaining
funding and states the City supports the center. Item 7b, the Historic District Board will
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\i reduce the Shk'ituk't Village sign. Under Challenger Board, Bill Popp has been hired as the
temporary manager of the board. Smalley advised there were only two applicants.
New Business, Item 9, was approved which was for putting a batting cage at the softball
fields. Smalley advised a new committee has been formed through the Chamber to look at
economic development within the city and to see what types of things can be done to
promote business within the city. Item 12, goals and objectives, Smalley advised the city
will work without bringing in a facilitator. Mr. Hodgins has asked to join as the
representative in Juneau. He will be listening so he has more information when projects
are sent to Juneau. Smalley noted they will begin working on this is the near future. Item
13, developed a letter in support of funding to build a center in the city to replace the
current center. Smalley noted they went into executive session to evaluate the city
attorney and city clerk and they were successful evaluations.
Mahurin asked about the ordinances listed. Smalley stated they are on the consent agenda
for introduction. Mahurin asked Mr. Smalley to clarify Hodgins roll and Smalley advised
that he will be sitting in on discussions so he will know personally what city projects
involve. He will be an observer. Mahurin asked if the meetings were open to the public
and advised yes.
Goecke asked about promoting the city and asked who is in that group. Goecke stated
there was an article in the paper designating Mr. Fabiano as the leader. Smalley stated
there were several businesses from the city at the meeting. Smalley stated it was set up
basically by the Chamber. Smalley drew attention to the report being prepared by the EDD
of economic indicators within the city. Smalley stated this can be used to compare the
city with other cities in the borough. Smalley stated in the last ten years no four plexes
have been built in the city and part of it is because of the availability of building lots in the
city. Goecke asked if this group is the same group that will possibly be put together by
city hall and Smalley advised no. Smalley stated this group will be working in lieu of one
from city hall noting it should come from the community rather than from the council.
Goecke commented he had seen the list of that group and had concern that over half of
those who didn't have any money invested in the city. Smalley stated this is a
subcommittee of the Chamber and will report directly to the Chamber. Smalley stated that
at that meeting 53000 was raised and the city has agreed to match up to 515,000 to help
the group do such things as flyers, advertising.
Smalley noted the budget will be brought forth for approval on June 4t''. Money being
appropriated from the fund balance is about 5378,000 which is the smallest in the past
several years.
Christian questioned gravel being used for the handicap trails. Smalley stated that most of
the wheel chairs have larger wheels or are motorized. Christian stated he felt gravel would
require a lot of maintenance. Discussion about how the city will keep motorized vehicles
off the trail.
Mahurin asked about the budget and reduction of programs and asked if there will be a
reduction of city staff. Smalley advised there will be retirements from the fire department,
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airport and one person has resigned. Smalley stated when positions become available they
will not be automatically filled. Mahurin clarified it would be normal attrition.
Werner-Quade commented regarding Mr. Smalley's comment that no building permits had
been issued for four plexes in the city, that on 4/1 1 /96 a permit was issued at 309 James
Street was for amulti-family four plex. Smalley stated the city has determined that that is
not a four plex.
Nord commented, regarding the Inlet Woods situation, stating she doesn't know how the
city will proceed when they have 128 lots but speaking personally that it could be a
problem to other private property owners if the city flooded the market with 128 parcels at
one time. Nord stated she hoped the city will consider not doing such a thing. Smalley
advised they haven't discussed a plan for disposing of these properties. Nord commented
that she had been involved in the situation when it first started and they could not give
them away for the assessments owned. Smalley advised he thinks there will be about
518,000 of assessments on the lots adding that the city will be responsible for the
borough taxes. Nord asked if the city was prepared to take a loss and Smalley advised the
city has taken a loss not counting the legal expenses.
b. Borough Planning
Bryson noted they held a meeting on Tuesday night in place of the Monday night meeting.
Bryson drew attention to the agenda in packet. Item D was a presentation from Jim
Hanson State of Alaska concerning state lease procedures and what is proposed in the
inlet. Item E-1 authorized the sale of some 8000 acres of lands in North Kenai. This item
was indefinitely tabled by the Borough Assembly until they receive response from the
applicants. Item E-2 involved a borough ordinance regarding hearings and appeals. Bryson
noted this involved the appeals board for Planning Commission action. Several
modifications have been proposed among which the appeals board being able to receive
new information. Bryson noted it was the opinion of the Planning Commission that it
would override a hearing by the initial board if additional information could be brought in at
a subsequent hearing and there would be no reason for person to go through expert
witness until at the appeal board which is the assembly. Bryson advised the commission
recommended not to adopt the change.
Item E-3 assembly appointed a community committee that addressed halfway houses. The
assembly will create another committee comprised of assembly persons and others in the
community. The commission recommended that restricting residential centers to municipal
properties not be approved.
Under public hearings, a petition to vacate a right of way easement that provides access to
Longmere Lake the commission recommended to deny the vacation. Bryson noted this
~ would cut down public access to this public lake to one point if it were approved. The
remaining access is not developed which would in effect have created aland-locked public
lake.
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There were 49 name changes in North Kenai, most notably was Arness Road. Final action
of the commission was to recommend Arness Road be retained and the areas of that
continuous road be changed to reflect the name Arness Road. Bryson explained the
procedures the commission is going through to try to delete duplicate names. At the end
of this process all of the names will go through another public comment period. After that,
with ordinance approval, the borough will go to the expense of putting up signs.
Bryson advised there is another geophysical exploration proposed for Cook Inlet and there
were recommendations for test scheduling and locations. They recommended approval
with comments.
c. Administration
La Shot drew attention to the information items advising the June 12t" the Airport
Commission will hold a public hearing on the final Airport Master Plan. On June 1 1t" from
6 to 7 p.m. in council chambers there will be a public informational meeting concerning the
design of Forest Drive.
1 1. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED:
12. INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Memo regarding Airport Commission Public Hearing of June 12, 1997
b. Notice of KPB Borough Plat Committee of May 12, 1997
c. KPB "Quarterly Report of Kenai Economic Indicators"
13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS:
Goecke requested that Mr. Smalley make sure that Parks and Rec do a better job of
keeping the dandelion problem under control this year. Goecke asked council to speak to
Parks and Rec to talk about the problem.
Bryson stated he wished to clarify one point from the last planning commission meeting
regarding Buffalo Run Subdivision. Bryson noted that the action the borough took was
contingent upon the rezoning and it was contingent upon the vacation of the easement.
Smalley advised July 5t" is the planned party for the ARFF project. Smalley advised it
looks like everything is a go. La Shot noted that bids will be opened on June 12t" and the
ground could have been broken by then.
La Shot advised that bids were received on an airport project today that were well below
the engineer's estimates which may help with this project. Smalley advised that the city
received word from the FAA that the animal control shelter comes within the airport funds
and the city will be starting in that direction.
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14. ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:18 p.m.
Re pectf Ily submitted:
Ma ily Kebschull
Administrative Assistant
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