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Home My WebLink About1994-03-23 P&Z Packetity of Henai, Alaska _ 21O Fidal~o, Suite 200 PL~INNING AND ZONING COMMISSION '~'~AGENDA~~ March 23, 1994 - 7:00 p.m. Chairman Nevin R'alker 1. ROLL CALL 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF 11IINIJTES March 9, 1994 4. 6 a. ",,:..~ ~ ••~C ~~ Petition to Vacate Fisherman's Point ~'~~ .....r / >,£?e;:eeeeeee;+~i,<R~~:+^:::dieeee;'~:i<. ».:.. :~fu~u:,u::x:u::::::u; ru:::s~~a r~~.r ....,, ~: ~:• ~` '° :' ''" ~ . ,~ ermit -Chester done -Boat e. Ft~A -'P`I'ilii••.~. •~i`~nent a. Review of 9. REPORTS a. City Council h. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. INFORMATION ITEMS 12. COMI~IISSION COMMENTS di OIIESTIONS ~ 13. ADJOIIRNMENT y a ~ ~~ 6W. $~. y.a W~ F .". ~~ City of Kenai. Alaska 210 Fidalgo. Suite 200 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ~~1MEETING'~* March 9, 1994 - 7:00 p.m. Chairman Kevin Walker 1. ROLL CALL Members present: Teresa Werner-Quade; Ron Goecke; Carl Glick; Kevin Walker; Phil Bryson Members absent: Lori McComsey (excused); Charlie Pierce (excused) Also present: Councilman Hal Smalley; City Engineer, Jack La Shot; Administrative Asst. Loretta Harvey 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman Kevin Walker noted that the dollar amount for Item 5b. was $50,000.00. Ron Goecke MOVED approval of agenda as modified. Carl Glick SECONDED. PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 3. APPROVAL OF MiNITTES February 23, 1994 Teresa Werner-Quade MOVED approval of minutes as presented and asked unanimous consent. Goecke SECONDED. PASSED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT. 4. PLANNING 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. PZ Resolution 94-11: Variance Permit -Michael Peterson, 404 Birch Street Lot 3, Waterlund S/D Phil Bryson MOVED approval of Resolution PZ 94-11. Goecke SECONDED. PUBLIC HEARING: Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes -March 9, 1994 Page 1 Chairman Walker opened the item to public hearing. Seeing and hearing no persons wishing to testify, the item was brought back to the Commission. DISCUSSION: Jack La Shot noted that the present structure is in conformance with the setback code. It is the two-story addition which requires the variance. Bryson asked if the signatures attached to the application had been determined to be surrounding property owners. Loretta Harvey said she had verified they were neighboring properties, and one more neighbor had brought in a signature after the packet was mailed. It appeared the neighbors had no abjection to the variance. VOTE: BRYSON GLICK WERNER-QUADE MCCOMSEY PIERCE GOECKE WALKER YES YES YES ABSENT ABSENT YES YES b. Community Development Block Grant -Rural Economic Development Initiative Program (CDBG-REDI) Chairman Walker introduced the item reiterating that the requested amount of the ~ grant will be $50,000. MOTION: Glick MOVED approval of Resolution PZ 9412. Goecke SECONDED. *PUBLIC HEARING: Chairman Walker opened the item to public hearing. Seeing and hearing no persons wishing to testify, the item was brought back to the Commission. *DISCUSSION: La Shot reported the reason for bringing the CDBG-REDI proposal before P&Z was that one of the requirements for the grant is that we have public hearings and establish a plan for utilizing the money. The project needs to be beneficial to the community. The city is attempting to get as much public input as possible to show that removal of barriers to comply with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes -March 9, 1994 Page 2 priority. The $50,000 figure is something that the City will have to match. It's not necessarily the amount of money the city will have to spend, but Administration had decided that a higher figure should be sought, in case unforeseen problems arise. Teresa Werner-Quade had prepared a memo to cover items which were specifically requested. Walker asked if the Administration had completed their study of the sites that will be improved? La Shot said no, but they would be working on that in the near future and also get a transition plan completed in time to make any changes before the ADA deadline. The improvements will be specific to city buildings, such as City Hall, Police and Fire, Library, etc. The law says we have to make changes that are reasonable. Werner-Quade said she had prepared the following statements after speaking to La Shot. The Community development needs include providing, within reason, on a long- term basis improved accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Our city buildings have been constructed using the "Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)" since UFAS inception in 1973. However, there are several other "special needs" standards by which buildings can be judged. Be it known that this body requests improved accessibility in all City of Kenai buildings, within reason, and standard compliance according to the needs of the citizens that use these buildings, such as: parking; door openers; width restrictions; elevators; handrails; wheelchair/walker ramps; counter top/drinking fountain height; and braille; etc. The City of Kenai has chosen to apply for FY94 CDBG grant funds; matched by the city. Funds in the amount of $50,000 will allow for accessibility on existing buildings, and also, any other city buildings or remodels that may require upgrades, which the public uses, such as the Library and Airport Terminal. Councilman Smalley noted that one of the things that ADA requires is just having a plan in action. La Shot said that the city is behind in the plan but they do have until January 26, 1995 to make structural modifications. Goecke asked what buildings were in need of improvements? La Shot said City Hall is one with the main changes to be designated parking areas, Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes -March 9, 1994 Page 3 doors, signage, lower counter tops, etc. The Library has a few areas to work on, there is a restroom which could be used by the disabled, just the signage is needed to indicate this area. Being in compliance does not always mean renovation is necessary. For example, having people available to help direct the public to available facilities, signage indicating areas, are adequate attempts to comply. VOTE: BRYSON GLICK WERNER-QUADE MCCOMSEY PIERCE GOECKE WALKER YES YES YES ABSENT ABSENT YES YES La Shot noted there will be another public hearing at the Council Meeting, March 16th. Goecke asked if a list of improvements will be available at that hearing. La Shot said he hoped to have a rough list by then. 6. NEW BUSINESS 7. OLD BUSINESS a. Review of Commercial Zones -Spur Highway ~ Walker noted this item has been carried over until the March 23rd meeting. 8. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS La Shot reported that the Police Department was working on the situations at Foto Quick and the Katmai Motel. Most of the cars which were for sale in front of the motel have been moved. The Legal Department is pursuing citing Gus Rhodes for code violations concerning abandoned vehicles. Administration will be reviewing further action on the Quandt property situation this spring. Goecke asked if Administration had investigated the situation of junk vehicles on 4th and Forest as requested in the previous minutes? La Shot said he hadn't, but he would try to before the next meeting. 9. REPORTS a. City Council Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes -March 9, 1994 Page 4 Councilman Smalley reported on agenda items including: awarding a Fuel Service bid to Doyle's Fuel; awarding a Contract for Telemetry System to Airtek; and, transferring money for Mission Street Improvement project for additional engineering design cost. Smalley also explained that the Council wished to seat the Historic Board but upon further review realized that a large percentage of applicants lived outside city limits. This item will be discussed at the next Council meeting. b. Borough Planning Bryson reported there were no items germane to the city. One item "Shipwrecks and Rats" had to do with the eradication and control of rats on off-shore islands. c. Administration La Shot said there are several building projects tentatively scheduled for spring. Peninsula Counseling Center is seeking a grant for a new office building; there are several churches seeking to expand; the old courthouse is being renovated for offices; the old Carr's Mall may be getting a face lift, with office buildins facing the Spur; and there may be a new car wash. l0. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCREDIILED 11. IIVFOI~Mt~TION ITEMS 12. COMMLSSION COMMENTS ~ OIIESTIONS Bryson wished to bring to the Commission's attention a Bill which would allow tax forgiveness for habitat improvement by residents along the Kenai River. He is concerned that this would raise the taxes far city and Borough residents. La Shot said this had been a discussion item at the last meeting of the Kenai River Special Management Board. Suggestions have been made to State officials to expand the bill to include the entire state. Any improvements must be reviewed by State Fish & Game to qualify for tax credit. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:50 p.m. Res tfully submitted, oretta , Administrative Assistant Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes -March 9, 1994 Page 5 PZ VOTING ~ 1994 ROLLCALL ~ 9`~~/3 VOTE p ~ OTE BRYSON ;~ - GOECKE GLICK GOECKE PIERCE GOECKE X PIERCE MCCOMSEY PIERCE ~ MCCOMSEY WERNER-QUADE MCCOMSEY WERNER-QUADE BRY N S O WERNER-QUADE BRYSON p ~ . ~yC~l~ WALKER WALKER WALKER G~~ _Cj~~j~"'"~ VOTE ~~~ -~~ VOTE VOTE PIERCE MCCOMSEY WERNER-QUADE MCCOMSEY WERNER-QUADE BRYSON WERNER-QUADE ~~ BRYSON Q~L-tOK BRYSON ~ C GOECKE GOECKE PIERCE GOECKE PIERCE MCCOMSEY WALKER WALKER WALKER