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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-09-17 Council PacketKenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 1 of 2 September 17, 2025 Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting September 17, 2025 ꟷ 6:00 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 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) 1. Kenai Silver Salmon Derby Grand Prize Awards, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, Samantha Springer. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated) E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 3485-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration) 2. Ordinance No. 3486-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant Received from the Rasmuson Foundation for the Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Project. (Administration) [KMC 1.15.070(d)] 1. Motion for Introduction 2. Motion for Second Reading (Requires a Unanimous Vote) 3. Motion for Enactment (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) F. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of September 3, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Page 1 Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 2 of 2 September 17, 2025 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 - Confirming the Appointment of the Election Precinct Boards for the October 7, 2025 Regular City Election. (City Clerk) 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/3QJlMxdhRzSWg6iIwDzdGg Page 2 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3485-2025 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING A GRANT FROM THE STATE OF ALASKA FOR THE PURCHASE OF LIBRARY MATERIALS. WHEREAS, the Kenai Community Library received the FY 2026 Public Library Assistance grant of $7,000 from the State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums; and, WHEREAS, the funds will be used to purchase library materials; and, WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to appropriate these grant funds for the purpose intended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the City Manager is authorized to accept a grant in the amount of $7,000 and to execute grant agreements and to expend the grant funds to fulfill the purpose and intent of this Ordinance. Section 2. That the following budget revision is authorized: General Fund: Increase Estimated Revenues – Library - State Grants $7,000 Increase Appropriations – Library - Books $7,000 Section 3. Severability: That if any part or provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in which this judgment shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder of this title or application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such part, provision, or application. Section 4. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon enactment. ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 17TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: Page 3 Ordinance No. 3485-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: _________________ Introduced: September 3, 2025 Enacted: September 17, 2025 Effective: September 17, 2025 Page 4 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director DATE: August 22, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3485-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for the Purchase of Library Materials. The Kenai Community Library has been awarded the annual Public Library Assistance Grant by the State of Alaska, Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Library, Archives & Museums. The amount for FY 2026 is $7,000. To receive the funds, the library must meet various eligibility requirements, including maintaining a collection, providing Interlibrary Loan and reference services, offering children's programming, and the library director’s participation in continuing education. The grant funds will be used for purchasing library materials. Your consideration is appreciated. Page 5 Sponsored by: Administration New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3486-2025 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING A GRANT RECEIVED FROM THE RASMUSON FOUNDATION FOR THE KENAI BRONZE BEAR FAMILY SCULPTURE PROJECT. WHEREAS, the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Rehabilitation Project removed all prior landscaping and irrigation systems, with subsequent landscaping improvements included in the City’s Capital Improvement Plan; and, WHEREAS, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service collaborated with Airport Administration and the City Manager’s Office in 2023 to discuss incorporating a bronze wildlife sculpture into the terminal’s landscape design, and provided conceptual sketches of a bronze bear family sculpture; and, WHEREAS, the Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Project was presented to the Kenai Airport Commission at its regular meeting on September 14, 2023, and the Commission unanimously supported the project; and, WHEREAS, on October 19, 2023, the City Council authorized Airport Administration to incorporate the Bronze Bear Family Sculpture into the airport landscape design, pursue grant funding, and support a community fundraising committee to purchase the sculpture on behalf of the City; and, WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has partnered with a community working group to bring the Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture to the Kenai Municipal Airport, enhancing the airport entrance as a cultural and community landmark; and, WHEREAS, the Rasmuson Foundation has awarded the City of Kenai a grant in the amount of $25,000 in support of the Kenai Bronze Bear Sculpture Project; and, WHEREAS, the City of Kenai is serving as the grant applicant and will pass through the awarded funds to the project’s fiscal sponsor, Bridges Community Resources, to support the efforts of the volunteer-led working group; and, WHEREAS, the Kenai Bronze Bear Sculpture Project aligns with the City’s mission to serve its citizens through listening and leading, and to promote growth and continually improve services by supporting a community-led initiative that balances public priorities with responsible management; and, WHEREAS, the project will enhance community spaces, celebrate local identity, support tourism development, provide long-term cultural and educational value for residents and visitors, and is in the best interest of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the City Manager is authorized to accept and expend the Rasmuson Foundation grant funds in the amount of $25,000 for the Kenai Bronze Bear Sculpture Project. Page 6 Ordinance No. 3486-2025 Page 2 of 2 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Section 2. That estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: General Fund: Increase Estimated Revenues - Legislative – Grants to Agencies $25,000 Increase Expenditures – Legislative – Grants to Agencies $25,000 Section 3. Severability: That if any part or provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in which this judgment shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder of this title or application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such part, provision, or application. Section 4. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon enactment. ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 17TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2025. ___________________________________ Brian Gabriel Sr., Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: _________________ Introduced: September 17, 2025 Enacted: September 17, 2025 Effective: September 17, 2025 Page 7 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Christine Cunningham, Assistant to City Manager DATE: September 5, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance 3486-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant Received from the Rasmuson Foundation for the Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Project. The Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Project is a community-led effort to install a life-sized bronze bear family sculpture at the entrance to the Kenai Municipal Airport. The idea first emerged during the Airport Terminal Rehabilitation Project, when landscaping concepts were under development. With support from the Kenai Airport Commission and the City Council, the project has grown into a significant community partnership. The City is serving as the grant applicant and would pass through awarded funds to the project’s fiscal sponsor, Bridges Community Resources, a local nonprofit, to support the volunteer working group leading the effort. This working group is made up of community partners, including members from the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Kenaitze Indian Tribe, Kenai Art Center, Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, and current and retired City of Kenai representatives. The Rasmuson Foundation has awarded the City of Kenai a grant in the amount of $25,000 to support the Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Project. The total project budget is $200,000. To date, $124,818 has been secured through sponsorships and individual donations. In addition, approximately $20,000 in in-kind contributions—including donated shipping and marketing services—has reduced the project’s effective cost to $180,000. These contributions reflect strong community support. Notification of the grant was received on September 5, 2025, creating a time- sensitive opportunity to secure funding and meet the October installation schedule. Pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(d), an ordinance making or changing appropriations may be read and passed the same day by unanimous consent. Same-day introduction and passage are requested to accept the funds and maintain the project timeline. The Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture will serve as a welcoming landmark at the Kenai Municipal Airport, celebrating Alaska’s wildlife, strengthening community identity, and supporting tourism. Adoption of the ordinance will allow the City to accept the Rasmuson Foundation grant and allow the Bronze Bear Family Sculpture to be installed in October. Council’s approval is respectfully requested. Page 8 From:grants@rasmuson.org To:Christine Cunningham Cc:; Terry Eubank; Christine Cunningham; Christine Cunningham Subject:Application Tier 1 19407: Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Approved Date:Thursday, September 4, 2025 4:35:21 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Congratulations! Rasmuson Foundation is pleased to award City of Kenai a Tier 1 grant in the amount of $25,000.00 for the Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture project. Your organization will receive an electronic Grant Agreement via AdobeSign in the coming weeks. The Agreement will include award terms and reporting requirements. To initiate payment, please ensure the Agreement is signed and returned to Rasmuson Foundation within 15 days of receipt, through AdobeSign electronic signature. We are interested in keeping in touch with your activities during the year. Please include us on your regular mailing list and inform us if you have a special event, receive recognition for your services, or have a significant accomplishment. We would enjoy hearing about it. If you have any questions, please contact grants management at grants@rasmuson.org or by phone at (907) 297-2700. From the entire Rasmuson Foundation team, thank you for everything you do to improve the lives of Alaskans. Best Regards, Christina Gheen Grants Manager Rasmuson Foundation Page 9 KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 – 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 MAYOR BRIAN GABRIEL, PRESIDING City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 1 of 7 September 3, 2025 MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on September 3, 2025, in City Hall Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Mayor Gabriel called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Gabriel led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Brian Gabriel, Mayor Henry Knackstedt, Vice Mayor Phil Daniel Deborah Sounart Alex Douthit Victoria Askin Sovala Kisena A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: Dave Ross, Acting City Manager Scott Bloom, City Attorney David Swarner, Finance Director Dan Castimore, IT Manager Kevin Buettner, Planning Director Lee Frey, Public Works Director Shellie Saner, City Clerk 3. Agenda and Consent Agenda Approval MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record. Mayor Gabriel 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. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. *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 - None. C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. Page 10 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 2 of 7 September 3, 2025 D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS Marion Nelson provided an update to Council regarding activities of the Kenai Art Center, noting the upcoming Harvest Auction and activities of the Potters Guild. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 3482-2025 - Amending the Official Zoning Map and Land Use Table by Rezoning Thirteen Properties Zoned with Multiple Zones and Assigning One Zoning District Per Parcel, Tract, or Government Lot. (Douthit) [On August 6, 2025 this item was referred to the Planning & Zoning Commission's August 27, 2025 meeting, and the public hearing was scheduled for September 3, 2025 City Council meeting.] MOTION: Council Member Douthit MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3482-2025. Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Douthit MOVED to amend Ordinance No. 3482-2025 as follows: The eight whereas clause to read, “at their regularly scheduled meeting held on August 27, 2025 the City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission recommended the subject properties be rezoned as proposed [ABOVE] below. Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion to amend. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. Planning Director Buettner presented the slideshow as included in the packet, highlighting the changes to each property. There was discussion in support of the changes and staff was requested to monitor the zoning of the smaller parcel located on Beaver Loop Road. VOTE ON MOTION AS AMENDED: YEA: Askin, Douthit, Kisena, Gabriel, Daniel, Sounart, Knackstedt NAY: None MOTION AS AMENDED PASSED. 2. Ordinance No. 3484-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the Airport Improvements Capital Project Fund and Accepting a Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration for the Kenai Municipal Airport Rehabilitate Runway 02L/20R; Reconstruct Runway 02L/20R Edge Lighting System Project. (Administration) [KMC 1.15.070(d)] 1. Motion for Introduction 2. Motion for Second Reading (Requires a Unanimous Vote) 3. Motion for Enactment (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to introduce Ordinance No. 3484-2025. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion to introduce. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. Page 11 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 3 of 7 September 3, 2025 MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to conduct the second reading on Ordinance No. 3484-2025. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. VOTE ON MOTION FOR SECOND READING: YEA: Douthit, Kisena, Gabriel, Daniel, Sounart, Knackstedt, Askin NAY: None MOTION FOR SECOND READING PASSED. MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3484-2025. Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. It was reported this would accept the grant and authorize the City Manager to sign the agreement; the main runway would be closed during the project; however, the taxi way would be reconfigured for use as a temporary runway. VOTE: YEA: Kisena, Gabriel, Daniel, Sounart, Knackstedt, Askin, Douthit NAY: None MOTION PASSED. 3. Resolution No. 2025-56 - Authorizing the Use of the Equipment Replacement Fund for Datacenter Equipment and Awarding a Contract for the Purchase of Datacenter Equipment. (Administration) MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-56. Council Member Daniel SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 4. Resolution No. 2025-57 - Amending City of Kenai Student Representative Policy No. 20.100 to Remove the City Residency Requirements for Student Representatives to Council and to Include Sophomores as Eligible Applicants. (City Clerk) MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-57. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. It was reported that if approved the application period would be extended until later in September and new applications would be distributed to the schools. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. Page 12 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 4 of 7 September 3, 2025 5. Resolution No. 2025-58 - Authorizing an Agreement for Rehabilitation of the Airfield Lighting at the Kenai Municipal Airport. (Administration) MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-58. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. It was reported that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) was the only one authorized to do this work and this would contract directly with the FAA. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 6. Resolution No. 2025-59 - Authorizing a Contract Award for the Kenai Municipal Airport - Rehabilitation Runway 02L/20R Project. (Administration) MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-59. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 7. Action/Approval - Amending Previously Adopted Resolution No. 2025-53 Authorizing A Contract Award for the City Dock Floats Purchase. (Administration) MOTION: Vice Mayor Knackstedt MOVED to amend previously adopted Resolution No. 2025-53 as follows: Second whereas clause to read, “four bids were received Contractor Cost Dock Builders Supply $[47,787.92] 49,787.92 Alaska efficient Energy Solutions, LLC $59,874.00 Alaska Docks $66,420.00 Clear Water Docks, LLC $77,593.20; and” Third whereas clause to read, “Dock Builders Supply was the lowest bidder with a cost of $[47,787.92] 49,787.92 for new dock floats; and,” Section 1 to read, “That the City Manager is authorized to execute a contract with Dock Builders Supply in the amount of $[47,787.92] 49,787.92 for the 2025 City Dock Floats purchase.” Council Member Askin SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. F. MINUTES Page 13 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 5 of 7 September 3, 2025 1. *Regular Meeting of August 20, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. H. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration) Approved by the consent agenda. 2. *Ordinance No. 3485-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration) Introduced by the consent agenda and Public Hearing set for September 17, 2025. 3. Discussion/Action - Scheduling a Board of Adjustment Meeting for the Purpose of Approving Minutes. (City Clerk) Direction was provided to schedule a Board of Adjustment meeting for September 17, 2025 immediately following the regular City Council meeting. I. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Council on Aging Commission No report, next meeting September 11, 2025. 2. Airport Commission No report, next meeting September 11, 2025. 3. Harbor Commission No report, next meeting cancelled. 4. Parks and Recreation Commission No report, next meeting September 18, 2025. 5. Planning and Zoning Commission Council Member Askin reported on the August 27, 2025 meeting, next meeting September 10, 2025. 6. Beautification Commission Council Member Askin reported on the August 26, 2025 Work Session - Tour, next meeting October 14, 2025. J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR Mayor Gabriel reported on the following: • Attending a meeting with Senator Sullivan regarding the “Big Beautiful Bill”. • Attending Industry Appreciation Day noting the City was awarded the “Perseverance Award” in recognition of the decades committed to bringing the Bluff Stabilization project to reality. K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager - Acting City Manager Ross reported on the following: • Thanked exiting staff members Allen Young, Utility Operator II and Elizabeth Kleweno, Library Assistant for their years of service to the City. Page 14 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 6 of 7 September 3, 2025 • Welcomed new employees Trevor Hamilton, Police Officer and Firefighters Jacob Vigue and Emile Wadman. • Continued recruitement for Airport Manager, Building Official and Chief Animal Control Officer. • Parks & Recreation Department received 720 seedlings through a State of Alaska grant, which were planted in multiple City Parks. • Store Front Improvement application period closes on September 14, 2025. 2. City Attorney - No report. 3. City Clerk - City Clerk Saner reported on the following: • Absentee Voting would be open September 22, 2025 through Election Day. • Last day to register to vote or update your voter registration is September 7, 2025. L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Citizen Comments (Public comments limited to (5) minutes per speaker) Samantha Springer, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center provided an update to the City Council on the 9th Annual Silver Salmon Derby, noting a sponsorship from Alaska Airlines promoting the Club 49; the upcoming annual fundraiser; and the Kenai River Marathon. 2. Council Comments Council Member Douthit noted he was looking forward to the Chamber fundraiser; and reported he would be absent for the September 17, 2025 City Council meeting. Council Member Sounart noted she was looking forward to Fall. Council Member Askin reported attending Industry Appreciation Day; and noted she was also looking forward to Fall. Council Member Daniel reported attending Industry Appreciation Day and the Mayoral debates. Council Member Kisena wished everyone luck on their campaigns. Vice Mayor Knackstedt noted the Council debates would be next week; reported attending Industry Appreciation Day; and commented on the contractor working on the Bluff project being willing to adjust lighting for the residents at Vintage Pointe. M. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None. N. PENDING ITEMS O. ADJOURNMENT P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None. There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of September 3, 2025. ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC City Clerk Page 15 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 7 of 7 September 3, 2025 ** The student representative may cast advisory votes on all matters except those subject to executive session discussion. Advisory votes will not affect the outcome of the official council vote. Advisory votes will be recorded in the minutes. A student representative may not move or second items during a council meeting. Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: September 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Trading Bay Sewer Insulation Project – PO Increase The Public Works Department recommends an increase of $6,366 to the Trading Bay Road Sewer Insulation Project contract with Foster Construction LLC. The existing contract is for $48,500. This additional cost is for additional work required on the project including additional hauling, backfill, paving and a cleanout installation. Thank you for your consideration and I am available for any questions. Page 19 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: September 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Pump House Design Project – PO Increase The Public Works Department recommends an increase of $4,543 to the Pump House Design contract with HDL Engineering Consultants LLC. The existing contract is for $240,604. This cost is for completing structural design associated with adding pressure tanks to the existing Well House 3 building. Thank you for your consideration and I am available for any questions. Page 20 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: September 17, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - Confirming the Appointment of the Election Precinct Boards for the October 7, 2025 Regular City Election. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code 6.20.020(a), the Clerk, subject to approval by the Council shall appoint an election board of at least four judges in a precinct. The following persons have consented to serve as election officials, Council approval is respectfully requested. 07-015 - Kenai No. 1 07-020 - Kenai No. 2 07-025 - Kenai No. 3 Carol Freas Karen Monell Sharon Efta Kit Hill Jennifer Ticknor Mike Efta Paul Klaben Barbara Waters Jennie Hammond Suzanne Klaben Raleigh Van Natta Joan Seaman Gwen Woodard Thank you for your consideration. Page 21 KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 27, 2025 – 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 VICE CHAIR EARSLEY, PRESIDING Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Page 1 of 4 August 27, 2025 MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission was held on August 27, 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: Jeanne Reveal Glenese Pettey Sonja Earsley, Vice Chair Stacie Krause Diane Fikes Gwen Woodard A quorum was present. Absent: Jeff Twait Also in attendance were: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director Victoria Askin, City Council Liaison Shellie Saner, City Clerk Logan Parks, Deputy City Clerk 3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda Vice Chair Earsley noted the following additions to the Packet: Add to item F.1. Resolution PZ2025-26 • Public Comment MOTION: Commissioner Reveal MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda, with the requested revisions. Commissioner Pettey 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. Page 22 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Page 2 of 4 August 27, 2025 *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 July 23, 2025. Approved by the consent agenda. C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. E. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS 1. Resolution No. PZ2025-27 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Valhalla Heights Subdivision Thomsen Replat, Lots 8, 9, 27, & 28, Block 7, Valhalla Heights Subdivision Part Three, Township 5 North, Range 10 West, Section 6, Seward Meridian, to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, in the Rural Residential Zoning District. Planning Director Buettner read the staff report as included in the packet and attached to Resolution PZ2025-27. MOTION: Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-27. Commissioner Pettey SECONDED the motion. Vice Chair Earsley opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. There was discussion regarding double frontage rule; the intent of the property owner to construct a larger shop; and relocation of the utility easement. Clarification was provided that in single residential areas there were no restrictions on land clearing; and although the City did try to locate covenants, they were not enforceable by the City. VOTE: YEA: Reveal, Pettey, Earsley, Krause, Fikes, Woodard NAY: None ABSENT: Twait MOTION PASSED. F. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Resolution No. PZ2025-26 - Recommending the Kenai City Council Amend the Official Zoning Map by Rezoning Thirteen Properties Zoned with Multiple Zones and Assigning One Zoning District per Parcel, Tract, or Government Lot. MOTION: Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-26. Commissioner Pettey SECONDED the motion. Planning Director Buettner read the report as included in the packet and attached to Resolution PZ2025- 26. Page 23 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Page 3 of 4 August 27, 2025 Vice Chair Earsley opened the floor for public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing period was closed. It was reported that the proposed rezones were developed to align with the parcels existing use; property owners were contacted in advanced and several owners engaged in discussions; this was a housekeeping effort to clean up mapping; and property owners would still have the ability to apply for rezones in the future. VOTE: YEA: Pettey, Earsley, Krause, Fikes, Woodard, Reveal NAY: None ABSENT: Twait MOTION PASSED. G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. H. NEW BUSINESS 1. Action/Approval - Approving the Transfer of a Conditional Use Permit PZ2017-01 for the use of a Hotel/Motel, Restaurant, and Bar on the property described as Tract B, Kenai Landing Subdivision 2021 Addition, located at 2291 Bowpicker Lane within the Heavy Industrial Zoning District. [Clerk’s Note: Vice Chair Earsley passed the gavel to Commissioner Pettey and declared a conflict with the Transfer of the Conditional Use Permit as she is employed by the applicant. Vice Chair Earsley abstained from discussion and voting on the subject.] MOTION: Commissioner Krause MOVED to approve the transfer of the Conditional Use Permit PZ2017-01. Commissioner Reveal SECONDED the motion. Commissioner Pettey opened the floor for public comment there being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. VOTE: YEA: Krause, Fikes, Woodard, Reveal, Pettey NAY: None ABSTENTION: Earsley ABSENT: Twait MOTION PASSED. [Clerk’s Note: Commissioner Pettey returned the gavel to Vice Chair Earsley.] 2. Discussion – Alaska Walkability Action Institute – Kenai Peninsula Action Plan. Planning Director Buettner, Alecia Gottlob and Julie Bunch provided a presentation identifying potential areas for improving walkability within the City of Kenai. I. REPORTS 1. Planning Director Planning Director Buettner reported on the following: • Expressed gratitude to the Commission • Training of Jessica See, Planning Technician 2. Commission Chair – No report. Page 24 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Page 4 of 4 August 27, 2025 3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning – Commissioner Fikes reported on recent actions of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission. 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 1. Next Meeting: September 10, 2025. L. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS Commission Members welcomed Deputy City Clerk Logan Parks, thanked the City staff for their hard work, and expressed gratitude for the presentation. 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 8:17 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting of August 27, 2025. ___________________________________ Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Page 25 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Mary Bondurant, Interim Airport Manager DATE: September 10, 2025 SUBJECT: Airport Mid-month Report August 2025 FY2025 Airport Capital Improvement Projects • Apron crack sealing, marking, and sealcoat Council approved Ordinance No. 3483-2025 accepting the grant from the FAA at the August 20, 2025 meeting. This project will start in the Spring of 2026. • Acquire SRE (Loader & Plow Truck with Sander) Update: the CAT 980 loader should be here the end of September 2025 and the plow truck and sander should be delivered the end of January 2026. • Airport Master Plan – Phase 1 Phase 1 documents are currently being reviewed by City Administration with a deadline of October 7, 2025. • ARFF Building Rehabilitation This project replaces two boilers and HVAC controls at the Airport Operations Facility Project. The boiler startup is schedule for September 17 with a project completion of September 30, 2025. In-house Activities • OPS crew continues with mowing, equipment maintenance and wildlife hazing activities • Early planning stages of the Tri-Annual Airport Exercise with the Kenai Police and Fire Departments • Painted the dock and fuel tank at the Float Plane Basin and also performed repairs to the dock Page 26 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Dave Ross, Police Chief FROM: Sasha Coleman, Acting Animal Control Chief DATE: September 2th, 2025 SUBJECT: August 2025 Monthly Report This month the Kenai Animal Shelter took in 29 animals. DOGS: INTAKE 18 DISPOSITION 15 Waiver 10 Adopted 9 Stray 0 Euthanized 0 Impound 8 Claimed 5 Protective Custody 0 Field Release 0 Quarantine 0 Transferred 1 CATS: INTAKE 11 DISPOSITION 4 Waiver 9 Adopted 3 Stray 1 Euthanized 0 Impound 1 Claimed 1 Protective Custody 0 Field Release 0 Quarantine 0 Transferred 0 Page 27 Page 2 of 2 4 Animal dropped with After Hours (days we are closed but cleaning and with KPD) 17 Field Investigations & patrols 3 Pet Food Bank Request 0 Volunteer Hours Logged 3 Citations 0 Educational Outreach 8 Microchips Total Animal Contacts: 9 Animals are known borough animals 14 Animals are known City of Kenai 6 Animals are known City of Soldotna 0 Animals are unknown location Statistical Data: 360 2023 YTD Intakes 284 2024 YTD Intakes 228 2025 YTD Intakes Teller Knutson started August 11, 2025 to fill the ACO position. We currently have the Chief of Animal Control position vacant. One Temporary Enforcement Officer from the Police Department is currently working at the shelter. She has been a tremendous help to the shelter during this period of being short staffed. OTHER ANIMALS: INTAKE DISPOSITION Chinchilla 0 Chinchilla 0 DOA: OTHER STATISTICS: Dog 0 Licenses (City of Kenai Dog Licenses) 11 Cat 0 Rabies Clinic 0 Rabbit 0 Bird 0 Page 28 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Dave Swarner, Finance Director DATE: September 9, 2025 SUBJECT: Finance Department Mid-Month Report – August 2025 With the end of FY2025, the department’s focus has switched to closing of that year’s books and completion of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This process includes closing of the FY25 financial records, fiscal year end grant reporting, completion of the annual Audit and finally financial statement preparation. The annual audit is scheduled for the third week of November. IT has deployed twelve of the twenty desktops scheduled for lifecycle replacement this year. The remaining eight desktops and six laptops should completed by the end of September. Sales of IT surplus equipment sold at the library has been received well by the public once again, with eleven computers, four printers and thirteen monitors having been sold in the past two weeks. Page 29 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Jay Teague, Fire Chief DATE: September 9, 2025 SUBJECT: Fire Department Mid-Month Report – August. August 2024 2025 % change Month totals 144 140 -5.76% EMS 99 106 +6.9% All Other 45 34 -4.95% Year Total 1027 1016 -1% Total training hours: • Total recorded hours- (312) Special Topics/external training • Two new hires in orientation and EMS skills evaluations w/Dr. Levy. Page 30 Page 2 of 2 • FF Martin continuing Paramedic Course practical/preceptor evaluations. • 4 personnel in AEMT, 2 in Paramedic Program • B-Shift participate in joint water shuttle operations training with Central Emergency Services Upcoming training/events • Tri-Annual Airport Drill in planning process. • Fire Marshal Hamilton and Captain Summers will be attending Admin Training for FirstDue RMS in Kansas City (September) • Chief Teague conducting ICS(Incident Command Training with Officers). Projects/Grants/Misc: • Annual Hose Testing has begun. • Annual SCBA recertification/Fit Testing in progress. • Still waiting for awarding of AFG grant. • Have not received SEMT Final Payments (Final Desk Audits in progress). • Received notification from Hilcorp Alaska, LLC that they will be drilling a gas development well at the Cannery Loop Unit Pad beginning around December 4, 2025 • Fire Marshal conducted 26 facility Life Safety Inspections in July. • Crews preparing for Fire Prevention Month and School Events. Budget/Misc: • Fire Marshal replacement vehicle now in service. o • Three new Motorola Radios to be ordered in September for new personnel (Part of Approved Special Project). $19k Page 31 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Stephanie Randall, Human Resources Director DATE: September 9, 2025 SUBJECT: Human Resources Activity – August 2025 Recruitment Human Resources is continuing to work with Administration on the recruitment of an Airport Manager. The Police Department is still recruiting for a Chief Animal Control Officer with a limited number of qualified applicants so far. The Public Works Department is recruiting for a Building Official and has initiated recruitment for a Utility Operator. The Library received more than 50 applications for the full time Library Assistant position and is preparing to schedule interviews. Parks and Recreation recruited for two part-time Recreation Center Attendants. Several new employees joined the City this month, including an Animal Control Officer, a Deputy Clerk, a Police Officer and two Firefighters. Safety There were no accident reports submitted in August, and no Workers’ Compensation claims were filed. Special Projects Human Resources has been working to improve internal processes, including organizing employee files for access in retention and updating key personnel policies. Page 32 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director DATE: September 4, 2025 SUBJECT: Library Report for August 2025 CIRCULATION 6,541 7,843 6,979 1,615 2,041 2,206 2023 2024 2025 Physical Checkouts August Digital Checkouts August PROGRAMS AND EVENTS 170 18 46 96 276 Everyone Adults Teens Children Babies and Toddlers SERVICES 5443 Visitors 60 New Members 518 Computer Sessions 7502 WiFi Sessions 158 Room Reservations 354 Hours of Use 606 Participants 40 Programs Program Attendance 4,820 1,274 2,168 466 73 Print DVD Digital Other Audio *Does not include in-house use. Page 33 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director DATE: September 10th, 2025 SUBJECT: Mid-Month Report - August The start of August begins with the wrapping up of the PU Fishery. The fishery ended on July 31st, and for the first two days of August, the Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Public Works teams get together to clean up and pick up all the fishery infrastructure. This includes tasks like raking the beach and picking up the dipnet shacks. During mid-August, the Annual Industry Event took place on the Greenstrip. This is a great local Kenai event that Parks and Recreation helps set up and break down. It's a wonderful celebration of industry in the community, and a great benefit is that everything at the event is free! August means the Kenai Field of Flowers is blooming and looks amazing. On the few non-rainy days there are in August, there are families and friends taking pictures in the field. See some photos attached. The Kenai Recreation Center started to see an influx of after-school traffic at the end of the month as school started up. It is a popular place to shoot hoops and work out after school. Kenai Recreation Center Visits – Month of July Weight Room/Cardio Room 844 Racquetball /Wallyball Court 126 Shower/Sauna 243 Gymnasium & Other (not including rental parties) 1291 Total Number of Visits 2,504 Page 34 Page 2 of 2 Page 35 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director DATE: September 9, 2025 SUBJECT: Planning and Zoning – August 2025 Monthly Report General Information Code Enforcement remains a centerpiece of the department, as we strive to ensure full compliance with the new policies. With the help of Planning Technician Jessica See, the department returns to full staffing levels and can adequately dedicate time to ensure compliance. The Planning and Zoning Department has also been active in the City working group for both the Airport and Parks Master Plan, guiding development at the Kenai Municipal Airport and throughout the City into the future. Department Summary Lands & Leases: • Continued updating of P/W water and sewer map • Continued cleaning up Zoning map • Continued reviewing and itemizing of leases • Execution of Airport Lands Lease (Schilling Rentals) • Assignment of Airport Lands Lease (Legacy Electric to Peninsula Hangar Association) • Discussed plats, easements and leases with various departments, surveyors and members of the public • Reviewed/Revised City Lands Appraisal • Execution of Hilcorp drill permits • Mapping of City Lands released by FAA for purposes other than aeronautical • Corresponded with Habitat for Humanity regarding development deadline of dedicated lands Planning & Zoning:  See attached report. Code Enforcement and Compliance Page 36 Page 2 of 2 In August, Planning and Zoning completed a full review of all 2025 complaints. Staff continues to work to stay up to date with Code Enforcement, and work with property owners to bring their properties into compliance with Kenai Municipal Code. See attached report for the current case breakdown and statuses. Planning and Zoning Commission One (1) public meeting was held in the month of August with the following actions/recommendations. Resolution PZ2025-26 – Recommending the Kenai City Council Amend the Official Zoning Map by Rezoning Thirteen Properties Zoned with Multiple Zones and Assigning One Zoning District per Parcel, Tract, or Government Lot Resolution PZ2025-27 – Recommending Approval of Preliminary Plat – Valhalla Heights Subdivision Thomsen Replat, Lots 8, 9, 27, & 28, Block 7, Valhalla Heights Subdivision Part Three, Township 5 North, Range 10 West, Section 6, Seward Meridian, to the Kenai Peninsula Borough, in the Rural Residential Zoning District Action/Approval – Approving the Transfer of a Conditional Use Permit PZ2017-01 for the use of a Hotel/Motel, Restaurant, and Bar on the property described as Tract B, Kenai Landing Subdivision 2021 Addition, located at 2291 Bowpicker Lane within the Heavy Industrial Zoning District. Page 37 Page 38 Last Month Case Status Cases by Violation Type (Can Overlap) Complaints   Page 39 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: David Ross, Police Chief DATE: September 3, 2025 SUBJECT: Police & Communications Department Activity – August 2025 Police handled 642 calls for service in August and 311 calls were received by dispatch via 911. Year to date, the police calls for service are approximately 10% above 2024. Officers made 29 arrests. Traffic enforcement resulted in 177 traffic contacts with 46 traffic citations issued and there were 4 DUI arrests. There were 16 reported motor vehicle collisions. There were 5 collisions involving a moose or caribou, and no collisions involving drugs or alcohol. One new officer started employment August 25th and began field training and one new officer continued in field training for the month of August. One new dispatcher completed field training in the month of August. The dispatch center is now fully staffed with all dispatchers done with field training. One more Temporary Enforcement Officer (TEO) completed their summer employment in August, leaving just one that will be working into September. Two police administrators attended a Multi-Agency Response Workshop in Kenai, hosted by the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Investigator Chad Larsen is the new School Resource Officer this year for KPD, and he spent time in August introducing himself to school students, staff, and administrators. He also responded to a number of police related calls in the schools. 4528 2147 4030 2098 4444 2269 0 2000 4000 6000 Total Police Service Calls 911 Calls Received 2023(Jan 1 - Aug 31)2024(Jan 1 - Aug 31)2025(Jan 1 - Aug 31) Page 40 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: September 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Public Works Mid-month Report September 2025 Capital Projects currently in process: • Parks & Recreation Master Plan – Project ongoing • Emergency Services Facility Assessment – Project ongoing • KMA Apron Sealcoating and Crack Sealing – Awarding contract with work to occur next spring • Kenai Municipal Airport Runway Rehabilitation Project - Awarding contract with work to occur next spring • Kenai Municipal Airport Operations Building HVAC Controls Upgrade & Boiler Replacement Project – Construction ongoing. Will be completed in October • Kenai Municipal Airport Master Plan Update – Revewing drafts from Phase 1 and starting on Phase 2 • USACE Kenai Bluff Bank Stabilization Project – Construction ongoing • Wastewater Plant Digester Blowers Replacements – Waiting for EPA funding approvals • Water Treatment Plant Pumphouse – In design and working on additional funding • Harbor Float Replacement – Purchase awarded • Aliak Storm Drain Repairs – Design completed. Will bid for work in spring of 2026 • Community Wildfire Protection – Phase 3 work has started • Vintage Pointe Recarpeting – Hallways completed. Working on stairs • Street Condition Assessment – Onsite survey completed • Street Light Assessment – Onsite survey scheduled for October • Trading Bay Sewer Insulation – Project Completed • Vintage Pointe Exterior Door Replacement – Contractor ordering materials Capital Projects in planning to be released: • Senior Center Front Entry and Canopy Repair • Vintage Point Kitchen/Bathroom Remodel Design • Sewer Lift Station Upgrades • Municipal Park Pavilion Replacement Page 41 Page 2 of 2 Public Works Mid-Month Report The Building Department has issued 55 residential and 32 commercial building permits so far in calendar year 2025. We processed a total of 92 permits in calendar year 2024 and 96 in calendar year 2023. We have a temporary Building Official to help as needed and are working to fill the vacant position with interviews ongoing. The Streets crew is working on roadway, tree and ditch maintenance. They are working to repair some damaged asphalt roadway sections this fall. The Shop is conducting the second public surplus auction that closes on September 14th. The Buildings crew is working on annual services for boilers as we head into colder temperatures. The Utility Department is catching up on work as locate requests have declined. Annual lift station cleaning has started. We are also recruiting for a Utility Operator position after the resignation of Allen Young. Page 42 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director DATE: September 9, 2025 SUBJECT: August 2025 Monthly Report August was a month full of activities and community connections! We enjoyed a visit from the Boys & Girls Club, a No-Host Dinner trip to Cooper Landing, and tours of historical cabins in Kenai, Kasilof, and Soldotna. Our Director also gave a presentation on area senior center transportation programs during the Transportation Gaps & Solutions Meeting at the Challenger Center. A major highlight was the Area-Wide Old Timer’s Luncheon on August 15, where we celebrated local centenarians Al Hershberger, Peggy Arness, Peachie Kobylk, and Marge Mullen, honoring their remarkable contributions and life stories. 2025 2024 Home Delivered Meals 1924 2090 Individuals 100 98 Dining Room (Congregate) Meals 1444 1792 Individuals 154 155 Transportation (1-way rides) 296 291 Individuals 35 33 Grocery Shopping Assistance 15/26 19/35 Writers Group 35 9 Caregiver Support Group 28 10 Growing Stronger Exercise 269 268 Tai Chi Class 30 44 TOPS Weight Loss Class 55 63 Bluegrass & Music Sessions 82 60 Card Games 143 168 Wii Bowling 23 25 Arts & Crafts 43 26 Volunteers Hours 431 505 Individuals 36 29 Total Event Sign-ins * 1837 2139 Individuals * 232 240 Vintage Pointe Manor Vacancies 1 1 *(not including home meals clients) Page 43 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 CITY OF KENAI COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the City Council of the City of Kenai will conduct a public hearing on the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolution(s) on the above -noted meeting date: 1. Ordinance No. 3485-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration) 2. Ordinance No. 3486-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant Received from the Rasmuson Foundation for the Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture Project. (Administration) [KMC 1.15.070(d)] 1. Motion for Introduction 2. Motion for Second Reading (Requires a Unanimous Vote) 3. Motion for Enactment (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) The public hearing will commence at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting telephonically/virtually or in -person and participate in the public discussion. See the agenda for additional information. Written comments may be sent to the Kenai City Council, c/o Kenai City Clerk, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, AK, 99611. Copies of the ordinances and/or resolutions are available in the Office of the Kenai City Clerk and will be available at the meeting for public review. Please be advised, subject to legal limitations, ordinances and/or resolutioons may be amended by the Council prior to adoption without further public notice. Shelli'i� Srner-,�, City Clerk Posted: September 12, 2025 � CITY OF KENAI City Council K E N A I Notice of Meeting City Hall Council Chambers, 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK The Kenai City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 17, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Visit the City Meeting web page for information regarding this meeting: https://www.kenai.city/meetings The public is invited to attend and participate. Virtual and telephonic options for participation are available. Additional information is available through the City Clerk's Office or by visiting our website at www.kenai.city. Shellie Saner, MMC, City Clerk Publish: 09/12/2025 CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION & POSTING I, Shellie Saner, City Clerk of the City of Kenai, do hereby certify that on the 4th day of September 2025, 1 electronically mailed or caused to be published the foregoing Notice of Meeting to the Peninsula Clarion and requested that this Notice be published in the September 12, 2025 edition of their newspaper. On the 12th day of September, 2025, the Notice of Public Hearing and full meeting agenda was posted at Kenai City Hall and on the internet aMww.kenai.city. ie er, C, City Clerk �' " \ @�k33 U04 k/ »cy � 0 @ @ a [ R a cc'2 ©� o / � % R n 0 : c: ` k ( c c a m t_ c a wk� cu � 0 ��k��� §: �o a kk�&� 75 u � %&ƒ�t�S A 0 CL— h 2 ■ ■ 2 > ���b�mcn o_— (kDMd m >1 ■�o0 �— m 'u !E .0 O k§ - @ c J-0«�3§ QU >»� 2: CD • C' � CD c 7 §U' mo 0k�c�&� t707®m2 oa�kf > f q[ f 2 2/ wo—RCL> g q .E o ■ CITY OF KENAI NOTICE OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ENACTED AT THE SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 KENAI CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the City of Kenai Council passed or took other actions as identified below on the following Ordinance(s) and/or Resolution(s) at the above -referenced meeting. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ENACTED WITHOUT OBJECTION. Ordinance No. 3485-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the State of Alaska for the Purchase of Library Materials. (Administration) 2. 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The existing contract is for $48,500. This additional cost is for additional work required on the project including additional hauling, backfill, paving and a cleanout installation. Thank you for your consideration and I am available for any questions. APPROVED BY COUNCIL Date: CC) It-] 1 2s-- City of Kenai 1 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.7535 1 www 6nai.city MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: September 8, 2025 SUBJECT: Pump House Design Project — PO Increase The Public Works Department recommends an increase of $4,543 to the Pump House Design contract with HDL Engineering Consultants LLC. The existing contract is for $240,604. This cost is for completing structural design associated with adding pressure tanks to the existing Well House 3 building. Thank you for your consideration and I am available for any questions. --n- k 4jVED BY COUNCIL. Date: 0911 -1 I' 700, K 1 A City of Kenai 1 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.7535 1 www.6nai.city MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Brian Gabriel and Kenai City Council FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: September 17, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - Confirming the Appointment of the Election Precinct Boards for the October 7, 2025 Regular City Election. Pursuant to Kenai Municipal Code 6.20.020(a), the Clerk, subject to approval by the Council shall appoint an election board of at least four judges in a precinct. The following persons have consented to serve as election officials, Council approval is respectfully requested. 07-015 - Kenai No. 1 07-020 - Kenai No. 2 07-025 - Kenai No. 3 Carol Freas Karen Monell Sharon Efta Kit Hill Jennifer Ticknor Mike Efta Paul Klaben Barbara Waters Jennie Hammond Suzanne Klaben Raleigh Van Natta Joan Seaman Gwen Woodard Thank you for your consideration. nPPRoveo By couwcIL Hate: