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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-12-12 Planning & Zoning MinutesCITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS December 12, 2001 - 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER: a. Roll Call b. Agenda Approval c. Consent Agenda *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. 2. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 2$, 2001 3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT: a. Eileen Bechtol, Consultant, Kevin Waring Associates-Kenai Comprehensive Plan Draft Chapter 2-Review of Goals and Objectives 4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 6. OLD BUSINESS: 7. NEW BUSINESS: a. *PZO1-72-Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)---For the property known as Mornmen's Subdivision Part of Additions 1 & 2 (1111 First Street). Application submitted by Myrna Hogg, 1111 First Street, Kenai, Alaska. b. *PZ01-73---Home Occupatian Permit (Day Care)-For the property known as Thompson Park Subdivision, Lot 3, Block 5 (40$5 Lupine Drive). Application submitted by Lucinda Owens, 4085 Lupine Drive, Kenai, Alaska. c. *PZO1-74-Home Occupation Permit {Day Care}-For the property known as Anchor Trailer Park, Gov't Lots 27-29, 32 & 33 (11823 Kenai Spur Highway #1}. Application submitted by Tammy Freeman, 11823 Kenai Spur Highway #1, Kenai, Alaska. 8. PENDING ITEMS: 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT: Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda 10. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. Zoning Bulletin {11110101 & 11/2S/O1} b. City Council Roster c. Planning & Zoning Roster d. KPB Piat Committee Action 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: Page 2 December 12, 2001 14. ADJOURNMENT: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING 8a ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 12, 2001 - 7:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN RON GOECKE, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER 1-a. Roll Call Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at 7:Q0 p.m. and roll was confirmed as follows: Members Present: Bryson, Erwin, Goecke, Nord, Osbarne, and Aaronson Members Absent: Glick Others Present: City Clerk Freas, City Planner Kebschull, and Councilman Bannock 1-b. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to adopt the agenda as presented, and including the lay down material regarding Item 7c. Commissioner Osborne SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 1-c. Consent Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Osborne MOVED for approval of the consent agenda and Commissioner Erwin SECONDED the motion. MOTION TO AMEND: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to remove item C-7 from the consent agenda and Commissioner Aaronson SECONDED the rnodon. VOTE ON AMENDMENT: B son Yes Erwin Yes Goecke Yes Nord Yes Osborne Yes Aaronson Yes Glick Absent MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. VOTE ON MAIN AMENDED MOTION: B son Yes Erwin Yes Goecke Yes Nord Yes Osborne Yes Aaronson Yes Glick Absent MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- November 28, 2001 ITEM 3: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT 3-a. Eileen Bechtol, Consultant, Kevin Waring Associates-Kenai Comprehensive Plan -Draft Chapter 2-Review of Goals and Objectives Bechtol explained the information before them was the first draft of the goals and objectives which were developed from comments received at the town meeting on October 27. She noted, at the town meeting, the focus groups separated into teams and developed their lists of goals and objectives. That information was then put into lists of goals/targets and objectives. Bechtol added, the items in the list were not prioritized. Bechtol reviewed the development schedule; (1) prepare background report (approximately 95% completed and copies would be distributed within the next two to three weeks); (2) hold a town meeting (held on October 27 and from that the first draft of goals & objectives before the Commission); (3) develop specific land use plans and community facility plans after knowing the goals and objectives are on target (specific alternatives defined and clarified); (4) develop an implementation plan (identifying specific projects, what department is in charge, time frames, monetary impacts, etc.). Bechtol advised the Commission to keep their options open and if there is something in the first draft that is off-target, it would be the Commission's position to delete it or if there is something which was missed, add it. Comments of the Commission, additions/deletions, public comments, etc. will be included in the minutes of the meeting and they will keep a record of the minutes, as well as any newspaper articles, etc. The Commission was asked whether they wanted to review the goals one by one and it was decided the floor would be opened for public comments first and then address specifics. Speakers were given three minutes in which to offer their comments. PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE 2 Ricky Gease, Executive Director, Kenai Convention & Visitor Bureau -- Stated he and his board supported the city's comprehensive planning and especially Goal 1, Create an attractive, vital, cutlural center, in downtown Kenai with a mix of private and public facilities and activities to benefit residents and visitors, and 10, Expand or provide public facilities that increase hte quality of life for Kenai's citizens and visitors. He added, he and his Board were fully behind these goals and would work in any they can with the city to see that the wishes of the citizens are realized in that way. Gease added, during the next year, the Bureau would also be doing strategic planning for their organization and the Kenai Visitor & Cultural Center. They would like to work with the city to develop along-term plan for that building. He added, he believed the city/non-profit partnership between the Bureau and the city had been very successful and should be used as a model in working together. Randy Daly, 108 Deepwood Court, Kenai -- Daly stated he was speaking on behalf of the Economic Development District. He mirrored Gease's statement that the EDD was very interested in the city's economic plan and extended their hand to help in whatever way they can in providing data, etc. in the process. He commended the city on Goal No. ~F.3, support and promote reuse and renovation projects of vacant or underusd again commercial buildings along Spur Highway. Daly added, they were very interested in what unique things (incentives) the city would develop to this regard. Debbie Harris, 310 Portlock, Kenai -- Stated she was representing the Kenai River Council on the Arts and expressed their support to the Commission and the Comprehensive Plan. She noted, their focus is cultural and quality of life, and were very supportive of Goals 1 and 10. Harris added, they were in the process of finding and creating a performing arts/cultural center and would like to work with the Commission in their work. John Williams, Mayor, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai -- Suggested the following items to be corrected, added or removed from the list of goals: • Objective 1.3 -- Explained the Daubenspeck Tract was a small portion of the area that has been referred to as "Millennium Square" and suggested, for planning purposes, instead of identifying the property as Daubenspeck, it be referred to, and officially at some point, as Millennium Square. • Objective 1.8, Objective 6.2, and Objective 7.3 -- All refer to the bluff erosion control program (stabilizing the Kenai River bluff, pursuing a stabilization project, developing the coastal and bluff trail system). Because the city is having difficulty in developing the project and because it is something the community would like to see pursued, he requested this information be emphasized as a community priority so the permitting agencies will understand that in their consideration of the city's project applications. • Objective 3.1 -- In the area of developing an assisted living facility, an assessment of what the city's role in an assisted living facility should be considered, PLANNING 8s ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE 3 i.e. should the city assist a developer; how active a role should the city take; should the city be involved itself in the development and operation of a facility; or is it beyond the city's scope of services as a city. • Objective 3.2 -- In regard to development of additional senior housing, how should the city address that issue. • ADD -- Objective 5.9.1 -- Would like to add: Provide for a community center for use by a variety of groups. • ADD -- Objective 8.6 -- Would like to add: Work toward or assist in the development of a new National Guard Armory. He explained, currently the community doesn't have a cammunity center. There will be discussions with the National Guard to build a new facility closer to the airport. If it is built, it would be the city's request to take over the current National Guard Armory and use it as a community center. • REMOVE: Objective 9.1 and 9.2 -- Williams noted anything dealing with education and the public school system is not within the purview of the city government and suggested the item be removed from the list. • ADD Objective 10.5 -- Provide for a community center. • ADD Objective 10.6 -- Williams reported the council would have a work session with the Planning & Zoning Commission, as well as other commissions of the city to hear a presentation from the Central Peninsula General Hospital in regard to an overview of future development of hospital facilities within the city. Whether it should be made a part of the plan should be considered. He also suggested "expanded hospital facilities" could be added in other areas of the Plan. Commissioner Aaronson distributed a list of goals/objectives that he took from the list included in the packet. He noted, there was a lot of repetition on the consultant's list and suggested the items on their list be more specific, identifying the primary goals. Commissioner Bryson explained there were same items on the consultant's list that he didn't remember having the significance they received on the list. He noted the fallowing items: • Objective 4.2 -- AHFC mortgage loans was mentioned but in the context of the cit. • Objective 7.1 -- Referring to preserving the old trails in Section 36: It is a trail, but entirely on private property. • Objective 7.4 -- Expanding trails along all state highway corridors is an issue addressed since 1979 when pedestrian/bicycle trails were requested for along the spur highway system and Beaver Loop. There are many reports that would substantiate that interest. • Objective 8.5 -- He wasn't aware there was a perception there was not adequate police protection. • Objective 9.1 -- Local control of education is out of the purview of the city government (noted by Mayor Williams). PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE 4 Objective 9.3 -- Wasn't aware this item was discussed at the town meeting. Commissioner Goecke stated he agreed with Bryson's comments that there were some items on the list he did not think were significantly important, but understood other members of the public did feel were important, which was the paint of holding the town meeting. He noted there would be some that would be eliminated. City Planner Kebschull noted the following: + Felt it was important the Commission understand this was the time they should give input as to items to remove, add, wording changes, etc. If they decided not to do it at this meeting, they should schedule another meeting for that purpose. She added, the consultants now need a draft list of goals and objectives. • Commissioner Glick discussed the list with her and reiterated the items Mayor Williams and Commissioner Bryson noted on Objective 9.1 and 9.2, in regard to the control of public schools and stated they should be removed from the list. • ADD Objective 9.1 -- Kebschull reported Glick requested another item be placed on the list entitled, "The city should work with the school district to create community schools in Kenai similar to Soldotna." • Kebschull noted she received a comment from City Attorney Graves regarding Objective 2.8. He reported, under the Fair Housing Act, the city cannot limit or restrict group homes. Kebschull requested direction from the Commission in regard to going through the list itenn by item during this meeting or do it during another meeting. Aaronson noted, since there were a number of items mentioned mare than once, he asked a tally of the mentions. Bechtol stated they listed all the information from the transparencies prepared by the teams at the town meeting. She added, they would forward the requested information. Williams noted, some years ago the council chase not to fund community schools and the information could be researched by the City Clerk. Bryson suggested another meeting be held to address specifics and provide direction for the consultants. He noted Goal 9 for which he agreed with the general statement, but not necessarily the items listed under it. At his table they discussed other endeavors that could be included, i.e. improved education services for advanced age adults, medical, etc. Councilman Bannock suggested going through the list quickly during this meeting to gain consensus whether to remove an item or not. The Commission considered taking a break and then reviewing the list or holding a work session to review instead. Williams noted, the consultants agreed through their contract to make several trips to PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE S Kenai in regard to development of the Plan. Kebschull reminded the Cocx~mission the goal was to have a final draft of the Plan approved by the Commission by May. Aaronson agreed the Commission could go through the list individually by the next meeting and then discuss it again at their next meeting. Daly agreed with Aaronson and suggested they review the lists individually, talk with their constituents, and then edit the list. Bryson stated his concern that if the Commission is constructing something, it should be in the Commission's sphere of authority to construct. He noted, the Commission recommends to the Department of Transportation, the Borough, etc. He added, there were a number of verbs in the report's wording that were inappropriate for the authority. Kebschull noted there were no goals included for the airport and airport lands and incorporating some to that regard should be considered by the Commission. Williams noted a work session the council would be holding on January 16 to hear future plans of the hospital presentation and suggested the Commission should also attend as that information may need to be included in the Plan. Deciding how to go forward with the information was discussed further. Gease asked how the public would be able to give input in the process. It was noted, the development of the Plan would continue through Planning & Zoning Commission meetings for the next several months. Kebschull noted, in her discussions with the contractor, they will hold additional town meetings as needed, or by direction of the council or commission. Bechtol noted, the contract states the draft plan deadline as "generally by May" and she didn't think a later finish date would affect anything if everyone agrees with the progress. Kebschull added, the completion of the draft should be done within a compact amount of time because if it stretches out too long, the process may then have to start over. Whether to hold Saturday work sessions to hone the list was considered because it was felt it could be facilitated by the contractor and held in a less formal situation which could be more effective. However, it was decided the Commission would go through the list individually, go through the list item by item at their next meeting (January 9), and then schedule another town meeting to review the work. ITEM 4: CONSIDERATION OF PLATS -- None ITEM 5: PUBLIC HEARINGS -- Nane ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS -- None ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE 6 7-a. PZO1-72-Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)-For the property known as Mommen's Subdivision Part of Additions 1 8~ 2 (1111 First Street). Application submitted by Myrna Hogg, i 111 First Street, Kenai, Alaska. Approved by consent agenda. 7-b. PZO1-73-Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)-For the property known as Thompson Park Subdivision, Lot 3, Block 5 (4085 Lupine Drivel. Application submitted by Lucinda Owens, 4085 Lupine Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Approved by consent agenda. 7-c. PZO1-74-Home Occupation Permit (Day Care)-For the property known as Anchor Trailer Park, Gov't Lats 27-29, 32 & 33 (11823 Kenai Spur Highway #1). Application submitted by Tammy Freeman, 11823 Kenai Spur Highway #1, Kenai, Alaska. MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED for approval of PZO1-74 for a Home Occupation Permit and Commissioner Nord SECONDED the motion. Commissioner Bryson explained he requested the item be removed from the consent agenda because the applicant didn't include the number of children to be at the facility and in which lot within the trailer court the applicant resides. He noted, the information added to the agenda at the beginning of the meeting, answered his questions sufficiently. He added, the application conforms to the requirements of the Code, however he was concerned the property was close to the highway and had no fencing and which he saw as potential of a hazard. He added, the Commission did not have the authority to speak to that issue. Kebschull stated, she spoke to Bryson about the day care application and they agreed the application definitely met the requirements of the Code and the day care is registered with the state. She noted, the KMC allows eight children and suggested the Commission rrxay want to revisit the Code requirements and consider whether they want to amend the city code to be the same as the state's. Goecke asked if the city code could be made more restrictive than the state's and Kebschull answered, that would have to be researched by the city attorney. Bryson stated he wasn't proposing the safety aspect be made a condition of the permit, but thought the issue should be reviewed by the city. He added, he would support the approval of the permit. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE 7 VOTE: B son Yes Erwin Yes Goecke Yes Nord Yes Osborne Yes Aaronson Yes Glick Absent MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 8: PENDING ITEMS ITEM 9: CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEM 10: REPORTS 10-a. City Council -- Bannock reviewed the action agenda included in the packet and reported on actions taken at the December 5, meeting as follows: • A presentation from Robert Ruffner of the Kenai Watershed Forum regarding preliminary findings of a water quality study. • A joint work session with the Airport Commission would be held on Thursday, December 13 to continue discussions about taxation of private aircraft at the airport and suggested the Commission may want to attend. • Council formed a committee to consider a new design of the city's logo. • The council denied a request for a discounted pay-off of deed of trust notes in the McLane Bankruptcy cases. • The Commission will be invited to attend a joint work session with council on January 16 at 6:00 p.m. to hear a presentation by the Hospital regarding their plans far expansion and how it would impact the city. 10-b. Borough Planning -- Bryson reviewed actions taken by the Borough Planning Commission. 10-c. Administration -- Kebschull wished the Commission happy holidays since the regularly scheduled December 26 meeting had been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on January 9, 2002. ITEM 11: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None. ITEM 12: INFORMATION ITEMS 12-a. Zoning Bulletin (11/10/01 & 11/25/01) 12-b. City Council Roster 12-a. Planning & Zoning Roster 12-d. KPB Plat Connmittee Action PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER i2, 2001 PAGE 8 ITEM 13: COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS -- None. ITEM 14: ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to adjourn. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:21 p.m. Minutes transcribce/d and prepared by: /Jl, - ~/~~--~ Carol L. Freas, City Clerk PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2001 PAGE 9