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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-01-07 Council PacketPage 1 / Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting January 07, 2026 — 6:00 PM Kenai City Council Chambers r LC � A//�\► I 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska Kwww.kenai.city **Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 3** Agenda A. CALL TO ORDER 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda and Consent Agenda (Public comments on Consent Agenda Items limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, thirty (30) minutes aggregated) *All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non -controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker, twenty (20) minutes aggregated) D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, thirty (30) minutes aggregated) E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 3497- 2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Donation to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Wayfinding, and Programming. (Administration) 2. Resolution No. 2026-01 - Amending the City of Kenai's Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees by Increasing the City League Participation Fee and Removing the City League Basketball Team Fee. (Administration) F. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of December 17, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS H. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration) 2. *Action/Approval - Purchase Orders and Purchase Order Amendments Requiring Council Approval in Accordance with KMC 7.15.020. (Administration) Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 1 of 3 January 07, 2026 Page 2 3. Ordinance No. 3498-2026 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund to Provide Supplemental Funding for Election Costs in Excess of Budgeted Amounts for the Purpose of Conducting a Special Election. (City Clerk) 4. Ordinance No. 3499-2026 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $6,500 in the General Fund for Expenditures Which Could Influence the Outcome of the City of Kenai Ballot Proposition No. 2026-A at the April 14, 2026 Special Election. (City Clerk) 5. Action/Approval - Authorizing the City Manager to Complete an Agreement for Mutual Aid and Assistance for the Alaska Water / Wastewater Agency Response Network. (Administration) 6. Action/Approval - Consent to Assignment and Assignment of Lease Agreement of Tract A and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1. (Administration) 7. Discussion/Action - 2026 Special Election - Proposition Question(s) (City Clerk) 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 1. Boys and Girls Clubs of the Kenai Peninsula - Thank You Letter 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. Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 2 of 3 January 07, 2026 Page 3 Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to register: https:Hus02web.zoom.us/meetinq/register/ZwezbcRNQ5SaKnTwxyTEeA Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting Page 3 of 3 January 07, 2026 Page 4 KENAI CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3497-2025 Sponsored by: Administration AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING A DONATION TO THE KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY FOR LIBRARY MATERIALS, WAYFINDING, AND PROGRAMMING. WHEREAS, the Kenai Community Library received a $1,000 donation for general support from Derek Kaufman Fund, a Hilcorp donor advised fund of the Alaska Community Foundation; and, WHEREAS, the Kenai Community Library received $3,500 from the Friends of the Kenai Community Library; and, WHEREAS, these funds will be used for library materials, wayfinding, and programming support; and, WHEREAS, acceptance of these donations to further the mission of the Kenai Community Library is in the best interest of the City and its residents. 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 these funds in the amount of $4,500 Section 2. That the following budget revision is authorized: General Fund: Increase Estimated Revenues — Miscellaneous Donation SA 500 Increase Appropriations Library — Books $3,500 Library — Small Tools 750 Library — Operating and Repair Supplies 250 4 500 Section 3. That the City Manager is authorized to expend these funds in line with the intentions of the donors and this ordinance. Section 4. 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 5. 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 7T" DAY OF JANUARY, 2026. New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Ordinance No. 3497-2025 Page 2 of 2 ATTEST: Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: Page 5 Henry H. Knackstedt, Mayor Introduced: December 17, 2025 Enacted: January 7, 2026 Effective: January 7, 2026 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Katja Wolfe, Library Director DATE: December 4, 2025 SUBJECT: Donations to the Kenai Community Library The Kenai Community Library recently received a generous $1,000 donation for general support from the Derek Kaufman Fund, a Hilcorp Donor Advised Fund of The Alaska Community Foundation, along with $3,500 from the Friends of the Kenai Community Library. These contributions will help us: • Expand our physical and digital collections • Add signage to improve wayfinding and accessibility • Purchase equipment and supplies for programs We are deeply grateful for the continued support of our library! Your consideration is appreciated. Page 6 Page 7 KENAI CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01 Sponsored by: Administration A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CITY OF KENAI'S SCHEDULE OF RATES, CHARGES, AND FEES BY INCREASING THE CITY LEAGUE PARTICIPATION FEE AND REMOVING THE CITY LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAM FEE. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai City League Basketball has historically charged both a player registration fee and a team fee; and, WHEREAS, the player registration fee has encouraged individual accountability and commitment, while helping to cover league operating costs; and, WHEREAS, the team fee has only served to help cover league operating costs; and, WHEREAS, the two fees have overlapping purposes; and, WHEREAS, consolidating to a single fee will simplify the fee collection process; and, WHEREAS, increasing the player registration fee to $100 from $50 and eliminating the $325 team fee will continue to ensure the City recovers league operating costs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA: Section 1. That the City of Kenai Schedule of Rates Charges and Fees - Parks and Recreation Fees for the Kenai Recreation Center are hereby amended as follows: Parks and Recreation Fees Kenai Recreation Center Weights/Cardio/Sauna - includes weight/cardio room, shower, sauna and gym. (When using the weight room, must be 17 or older unless accompanied by guardian) Day Pass: Adults* Day Pass: College Students, Veterans & Seniors (55 and older)* High School Students and younger 10 visit punch card: Adults* 10 visit punch card: College Students, Veterans & Seniors (55 and older)* Monthly Pass: Adults* Monthly Pass: College Student, Veterans & Senior (55 and older)* [CITY LEAGUE BASKETBALL (PER TEAM) City League Player Participation Fee* Annual Locker Rental $5.00 $2.50 FREE $40.00 $20.00 $50.00 $25.00 $325.001 [$50.001 $100.00 $120.00 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Resolution No. 2026-01 Page 8 Page 2 of 2 Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 7th DAY OF JANUARY, 2026. Henry H. Knackstedt, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager FROM: Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director DATE: December 18, 2026 SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2026-01 - Amending the City of Kenai's Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees by Increasing the City League Participation Fee and Removing the City League Basketball Team Fee. This memo supports amending the City of Kenai Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees by increasing the player registration fee to $100 and eliminating the $325 team fee. Before the season began, City staff met with league representatives, who expressed a desire to simplify fee collection to make the process easier for both the City and participating teams. The player fee encourages individual accountability and helps cover league operating costs, while the team fee's sole purpose is to help recover league operating costs, making it redundant. Consolidating to a single fee simplifies fee collection and ensures the City continues to recover league operating costs. Council's support for Resolution 2026-01 is respectfully requested. Page 9 KENAI CITY COUNCIL — REGULAR MEETING Page 10 DECEMBER 17, 2025 — 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 MAYOR HENRY H. KNACKSTEDT, PRESIDING MINIITFS A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on December 17, 2025, in City Hall Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Mayor Knackstedt called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Knackstedt led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Star Spangled Banner The Star-Spangled Banner was performed by Cook Inlet Academy Students Conner West (Tuba) and Braden Mannhardt (Euphonium). 3. Roll Call There were present: Henry Knackstedt, Mayor Victoria Askin, Vice Mayor Sovala Kisena Bridget Grieme Deborah Sounart Glenese Pettey Phil Daniel (remote participation) A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: **Josh Bolling, Student Representative Terry Eubank, City Manager Scott Bloom, City Attorney David Swarner, Finance Director Kevin Buettner, Planning Director Lee Frey, Public Works Director Jay Teague, Fire Chief Dave Ross, Police Chief Logan Parks, Deputy City Clerk Shellie Saner, City Clerk 4. Agenda and Consent Agenda Approval MOTION: Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Council Member Pettey SECONDED the motion. The items on the Consent Agenda were read into the record. Mayor Knackstedt 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. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 1 of 7 December 17. 2025 *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 City of Kenai Community Survey Results, Probolsky Research, Principal Researcher Joshua Emeneger. Mr. Emeneger presented a comprehensive overview of the community survey results, outlining the methodology, participant demographics and key findings; and reported the following: • Top Community issue identified jobs, the economy, public safety and transportation. • High overall satisfaction was reported with quality of life and City services, to include police, fire, emergency services, parks and recreation, library, senior services, water and sewer, and city employee interactions. • Key priorities identified were infrastructure, economic development and support for local business. • Mixed satisfaction was identified with land use and growth management, property code compliance, street maintenance and snow and ice removal. • Housing affordability and availability were identified as ongoing concerns. • Satisfaction with the value received for tax dollars was identified; opposition to raising local taxes was identified; and preferred funding approaches were recommended such as bed taxes, state and federal grants, selective excise taxes and seasonal sales tax. 2. City of Kenai Public Safety Building Assessment Results, K+A designstudios, Principal Architect Chris Parker. Mr. Parker provided an overview of the City of Kenai Public Safety Building Assessment Results, outlining the process used to conduct the survey and assess existing conditions; and reported the following: • Findings included an aging infrastructure, limited ceiling heights, presence of hazardous materials, security and storage deficiencies and upcoming roof replacement needs. • Fire Department space deficiencies include sleeping quarters, showers, carcinogen separation, exhaust removal, training, administrative and apparatus needs. • Police Department deficiencies include lobby security, interview space, dispatch capacity, storage, training space, vehicle storage and mechanical system upgrades. • Additional square footage was needed to support current and future operational needs. • Presented the four facility options: renovate in place, expand the existing building, construct a new combined station, or construct two separate stations. [Clerk's Note: Council Member Daniel left the meeting at 6:50 p.m.] C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 3496-2025 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund to Provide Supplemental Funding for Utilities and Building Maintenance Costs in Excess of Budgeted Amounts for the Challenger Learning Center. (Administration) MOTION: City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 2 of 7 December 17. 2025 Page 12 Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 3496-2025. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. Mayor Knackstedt opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. Appreciation was noted for the work session prior to the regular meeting. VOTE: YEA: Grieme, Askin, Pettey, Kisena, Sounart, Knackstedt NAY: None ABSENT: Daniel "Student Representative Bolling: Yea MOTION PASSED. 2. Resolution No. 2025-70 - Authorizing a Change Order with HDR Engineering, Inc. for Preliminary Design of the Bluff Structure Access Pathways. (Administration) MOTION: Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-70. Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. Mayor Knackstedt opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. A summary overview of the memo as attached to Resolution No. 2025-70 was provided. It was reported this would allow HDR Engineering to evaluate the project and provide a 30% design, which would allow the City to determine a cost estimate for the project. Clarification was provided regarding the proposed number of access points; the intent at this time was for maintenance purposes; and public access could be determined in the future. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection. 3. Resolution No. 2025-71 - Approving a Cooperative Agreement between Kenaitze/Salamatof Tribally Designated Housing Entity, the Kenai Peninsula Borough, and the City of Kenai. (Legal) MOTION: Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-71. Council Member Pettey SECONDED the motion. Mayor Knackstedt opened the floor for public comment. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. It was reported that use of Federal funds for this project required the applicant to enter into an agreement with the local governments, or to attempt to enter into an agreement; in order to not be taxed the development could only be used for senior or low-income housing; and the building if used for senior housing would otherwise qualify for the Kenai Peninsula Borough exemption. There was discussion regarding the benefits of additional senior and low income housing in the City; the loss of property tax revenues; and zoning requirements. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 3 of 7 December 17. 2025 4. Resolution No. 2025-72 - Requesting the Governor of the State of Alaska Designate by Proclamation the Area of the Upper Cook Inlet East Side Set Net Fishery as an Area Impacted by an Economic Disaster in 2025 and Supporting a Recovery Plan. (Askin and Grieme) MOTION: Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2025-72. Council Member Grieme SECONDED the motion. Mayor Knackstedt opened the floor for public comment. Lisa Gabriel addressed the Council in support of Resolution No. 2025-72, clarified she was representing the Kenai Peninsula Fishermen's Association, noting the ongoing economic impact of the fishery disaster; the significant revenue losses; provided a summary of limited fishing activities during the season; the importance of past City resolutions in securing disaster relief funding; and thanked the City for their support. There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. There was discussion in support of the resolution, noting similar support from the City in the past; the City received approximately $78,000 in disaster related funds from the 2018 and 2020 declaration; the broader economic and community impacts of reduced fishing income; and the importance of continued support for the commercial fishing industry. VOTE: YEA: Askin, Pettey, Kisena, Sounart, Knackstedt, Grieme NAY: None ABSENT: Daniel **Student Representative Bolling: Yea MOTION PASSED. F. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of December 3, 2025. (City Clerk) G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. H. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration) Approved by the consent agenda. 2. *Action/Approval - Special Use Permit to TOTE Maritime Alaska, LLC for Truck Trailer Storage. (Administration) Approved by the consent agenda. 3. *Ordinance No. 3497- 2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Donation to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Wayfinding, and Programming. (Administration) Introduced by the consent agenda and Public Hearing set for January 7, 2026. 4. Action/Approval - Mayoral Nominations for Appointments to the Advisory Commissions. (City Clerk) MOTION: City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 4 of 7 December 17. 2025 Page 14 Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to confirm the following Mayoral Nominations for appointment to the City of Kenai Advisory Commissions: Name Commission James Bielefeld Airport James Zirul Airport Sarah Douthit Beautification Kit Hill Council on Aging Barbara Modigh Council on Aging Sharon Fischer Parks & Recreation Heidi Renner Parks & Recreation Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection. Term January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 5. Action/Approval - Nominations Received for Council Consideration for Appointment to the Arbitration Panel. (City Clerk) MOTION: Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to confirm the following Employee Nominations for appointment to the Employee Arbitration Panel: Name Term Jerry Nassen January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 Terry Turner January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 Deborah Myers January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 Joan Seaman December 18, 2025 - December 31, 2026 Council Member Sounart SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection. 6. Action/Approval - Mayoral Nominations for Appointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission. (Knackstedt) MOTION: Vice Mayor Askin MOVED to confirm the following Mayoral Nominations for appointment to the City of Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission: Name Term Diane Fikes January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 Stacie Krause January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 Alexander Douthit December 18, 2025 - December 31, 2026 Council Member Grieme SECONDED the motion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: Motion APPROVED, without objection. COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 5 of 7 December 17. 2025 1. Council on Aging Commission No report, next meeting January 8, 2026. 2. Airport Commission No report, next meeting January 8, 2026 3. Harbor Commission Public Works Director Frey reported that the Commission met on December 8, 2026 and recommended Council approval of legislation recommending sunsetting the Harbor Commission. 4. Parks and Recreation Commission No report, next meeting February 5, 2026. 5. Planning and Zoning Commission Council Member Kisena reported on the December 10, 2025 work session and meeting, next meeting January 14, 2026. 6. Beautification Commission Council Member Pettey reported on the December 9, 2025 meeting, next meeting January 13, 2026. J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR Mayor Knackstedt reported on the following: • Attending the Alaska Conference of Mayors and Alaska Municipal League conferences. • Providing opening comments at the meeting of Alaska Federation of Republican Women. • He wished everyone a Happy Solstice and a Merry Christmas. K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager - City Manager Eubank reported on the following: • Provided a staffing and recruitment update, welcoming new equipment operator Dawson Shangin; and reported ongoing recruitment for Airport Manager, Building Official and Police Officer. • Thanked Planning Director Buettner for submitting a Community Development Block Grant application, which would assist with some utility and infrastructure improvements; the Council for the opportunity to attend the Alaska Municipal Managers Association Conference; City staff for the response to the recent high winds; and the Homer Electric Association crews for keeping our community lit and warm. • Reported working with Elaina Spraker with Senator Sullivan's office for coordinating meetings with federal agencies regarding programs and infrastructure funding. • Recognized the City employees, noting the survey results show the efforts and quality of the City employees. 2. City Attorney - City Attorney Bloom reported on the following: • In 2019 the City of Kenai and City of Soldotna were instrumental in starting the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Commission; he had been a board member since the commission started; and he was no longer a board member as he was replaced by City of Kenai Controller Jennifer Anderson. 3. City Clerk - City Clerk Saner reported on the following: • There were still multiple vacancies on the various commissions of the City. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 6 of 7 December 17. 2025 Page 16 • Thanked the Council for the opportunity to attend the Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks (AAMC) Conference; and for their support during her term as the Communications Director for AAMC. L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Citizen Comments (Public comments limited to (5) minutes per speaker) -None. 2. Council Comments Student Representative Bolling reported on activities and Kenai Central Highs School, noting a recent drive -in -movie; the Site Council is discussing attendance, sports, capital improvements and standardized testing; and the Strive for 5 attendance initiative has been extremely successful, with higher attendance rates. Council Member Sounart reported playing and performing with the Kenai Peninsula Orchestra in Kenai and Homer. Vice Mayor Askin reported attending the conference of the Alaska Mayors and Alaska Municipal League, noting it was encouraging to hear other municipalities were experiencing some of the same issues; thanked the City employees, noting the survey results speak very highly for what Kenai does; and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Council Member Kisena reported that he will be meeting with the high school leadership group; and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Council Member Pettey stated her appreciation for being able to attend the Alaska Municipal League conference; thanked the community members who stepped up to serve on the commissions; and complimented the Triumvirate Theater for their White Christmas show. Council Member Grieme reported attending the Newly Elected Officials Training and Alaska Municipal League conference; stated the survey results show Kenai is a pretty great place to live and to work; she was looking forward to the basket ball season kicking off; and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. M. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None. N. PENDING ITEMS - None. O. ADJOURNMENT P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None. There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of December 17, 2025. Michelle M. Saner, MMC City Clerk ** 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. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 7 of 7 December 17. 2025 PAYMENTS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL RATIFICATION COUNCIL MEETING OF: JANUARY 7, 2026 VENDOR DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT ACCOUNT AMOUNT PERS PERS VARIOUS LIABILITY 116,066.66 HOMER ELECTRIC ELECTRIC USAGE VARIOUS UTILITIES 125,776.75 ENSTAR NATURAL GAS GAS USAGE VARIOUS UTILITIES 39,638.74 INVESTMENTS VENDOR DESCRIPTION MATURITY DATE AMOUNT Effect. Int. PURCHASE ORDERS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL APPROVAL COUNCIL MEETING OF: JANUARY 7, 2026 VENDOR DESCRIPTION DEPT. ACCOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE OF EXISTING PURCHASE ORDER VENDOR DESCRIPTION P.O. # - DEPT. REASON AMOUNT TOTAL PO AMT ZONES FY26 MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE AGRMT VARIOUS INCREASED COST 8,309.71 41,685.63 L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: David Swarner, Finance Director FROM: Dan Castimore, IT Manager DATE: December 19, 2025 SUBJECT: Microsoft Enterprise Agreement — PO Increase The Finance Department recommends an increase of $8,309.71 to the PO for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal. Council authorized a three year contract with resolution 2025-5 with an annual amount of $33,375.92. Additional licensing for Microsoft Exchange Online was added which resulted in an increased cost. Because our Microsoft licensing is covered under this Enterprise Agreement, an increase to the PO amount is needed. The new total for this PO is $41,685.63 and sufficient funds are available. Thank you for your consideration and I am available for any questions. KENAI CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3498-2026 Sponsored by: Administration AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GENERAL FUND TO PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING FOR ELECTION COSTS IN EXCESS OF BUDGETED AMOUNTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONDUCTING A SPECIAL ELECTION. WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that a Special Election is necessary to allow the qualified voters to consider Proposition No. 2026-A, amending Charter Section 10-1 Annual Election - times; and, WHEREAS, Proposition No. 2026-A, would align the City of Kenai's annual election date from the first Tuesday in October to the first Tuesday following a Monday in November; and, WHEREAS, if approved by the voters, the City of Kenai annual election would be held on the same date as the Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska annual elections; and, WHEREAS, the cost of conducting the Special Election is estimated to be approximately $21,000, including ballots, election staff, equipment, printing, mailing and administrative expenses; and, WHEREAS, the Council finds it in the best interest of the City to appropriate sufficient funds to ensure a Special Election is conducted efficiently, accurately and in compliance with applicable State and Local laws. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Increase Estimated Revenues Increase Estimated Revenues Appropriation of Fund Balance $ 21,000 Increase Appropriations - City Clerk Professional Services $ 12,900 Advertising 3,000 Printing & Binding 5,000 Rentals 100 21,000 Section 2. 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 3. Effective Date: That pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f), this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon enactment. New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Ordinance No. 3498-2026 Page 2 of 2 ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, THIS 17T" DAY OF JANUARY, 2026. ATTEST: Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: Henry H. Knackstedt, Mayor Introduced: Enacted: Effective: January 7, 2026 January 21, 2026 January 21, 2026 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: December 24, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3498-2026 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the General Fund to Provide Supplemental Funding for Election Costs in Excess of Budgeted Amounts for the Purpose of Conducting a Special Election. The City Council provided direction to schedule a Special Election to allow the qualified voters of the City to amend Kenai Municipal Charter Section 10-1, Annual Election - Times. The proposed amendment would move the City's annual election from October to November, aligning it with the Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska elections. The estimated cost of conducting the Special Election is approximately $21,000, which includes ballots, election staffing, equipment, printing and administrative expenses. Appropriating sufficient funds to ensure the special Election is conducted efficiently, accurately and in compliance with State and City law is recommended. KENAI CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 3499-2026 Sponsored by: Administration AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $6,500 IN THE GENERAL FUND FOR EXPENDITURES WHICH COULD INFLUENCE THE OUTCOME OF THE CITY OF KENAI BALLOT PROPOSITION NO. 2026-A AT THE APRIL 14, 2026 SPECIAL ELECTION. WHEREAS, at the October 7, 2025 Municipal Election, Borough Voters approved Kenai Peninsula Borough (KPB) Citizens Initiative Proposition No. 5; and, WHEREAS, KPB Proposition No. 5 moved the Borough Regular Election Date from October to November to coincide with State and Federal Elections; and, WHEREAS, although Proposition No. 5 did not alter the City of Kenai's election schedule, it was supported by 66.5% of the City voters who participated in the Borough election; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that a Special Election is necessary to allow the qualified voters to consider Proposition No. 2026-A, amending Charter Section 10-1 Annual Election - times; and, WHEREAS, if approved by the voters, the City of Kenai annual election would be held on the same date as the Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska annual elections; and, WHEREAS, mailers will be sent to all registered voters of the City for the purpose of noticing the Special Election and provide information regarding Proposition No. 2026-A, which will include information that may influence the outcome of the election; and, WHEREAS, Alaska Statutes 15.13.145 allows for municipalities to utilize fund to influence the outcome of election concerning ballot propositions or questions, only if the funds have been specifically appropriated for that purpose by a state law or municipal ordinance; and, WHEREAS, in order to inform the voters of the effects of Proposition No. 2026-A, the City Council must specifically appropriate funds for that purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: Increase Estimated Revenues Increase Estimated Revenues Appropriation of Fund Balance Increase Appropriations - City Clerk Professional Services $ 6,500 $ 6,500 Section 2. 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 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Ordinance No. 3499-2026 Page 2 of 2 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 3. 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 17T" DAY OF JANUARY, 2026. ATTEST: Michelle M. Saner, MMC, City Clerk Approved by Finance: Henry H. Knackstedt, Mayor Introduced: Enacted: Effective: January 7, 2026 January 21, 2026 January 21, 2026 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: December 24, 2025 SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 3499-2026 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $6,500 in the General Fund for Expenditures Which Could Influence the Outcome of the City of Kenai Ballot Proposition No. 2026-A at the April 14, 2026 Special Election. At the October 7, 2025 Municipal Election, Kenai Peninsula Voters approved Citizen Initiative Proposition No. 5, moving the Borough's regular election date from October to November to coincide with State and Federal Elections. Although the initiative did not change the City of Kenai's election schedule, it was supported by 66.5 percent of the City Voters participating in the Borough election. The City council has determined that a Special Election is necessary to allow voters to consider Proposition No. 2026-A, which would amend Charter Section 10-1, Annual Election Times. If approved the City's annual election would be held on the same date as the Borough and State elections. Informational mailers will be sent to all registered City voters to notice the Special Election and to explain the effects of Proposition No. 2026-A. Alaska Statutes 15.13.145 requires that public fund used to provide information that may influence the outcome of an election, must specifically be appropriated for that purpose. L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: December 22, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval —Authorizing the City Manager to Complete an Agreement for Mutual Aid and Assistance for the Alaska Water / Wastewater Agency Response Network Public Works requests the City to complete the Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement for the Alaska Water / Wastewater Agency Response Network (AKWARN). The purpose of this agreement is to outline the framework for Water and Wastewater Utilities to assist each other in the event of an emergency. This could be providing supplies, equipment, labor or other resources that a Utility may require during an event. The agreement does not bind the City to providing any services. We recommend entering the agreement to formalize this process for create an agreement for something our neighboring Utility Departments already do for each other if needed. City of Homer and City of Soldotna have both signed these agreements. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement for Alaska Water / Wastewater Agency Response Network (AKWARN) AGREEMENT This Agreement is made and entered into by public and private Water and Wastewater Utilities that have, by executing this Agreement, manifested their intent to participate in an Intrastate Program for Mutual Aid and Assistance. ARTICLE I. PURPOSE Recognizing that emergencies may require aid or assistance in the form of personnel, equipment, and supplies from outside the area of impact, the signatory utilities hereby establish an Intrastate Program for Mutual Aid and Assistance. Through the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program, Members coordinate response activities and share resources during emergencies. This Agreement sets forth the procedures and standards for the administration of the Intrastate Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. ARTICLE II. DEFINITIONS A. Authorized Official — An employee or officer of a Member utility that is authorized to: 1. Request assistance; 2. Offer assistance; 3. Refuse to offer assistance; or 4. Withdraw assistance under this agreement. B. Emergency — A natural or human caused event or circumstance causing, or imminently threatening to cause, loss of life, injury to person or property, human suffering or financial loss, and includes, but is not limited to, fire, explosion, flood, severe weather such as freezing, drought, earthquake, volcanic activity, tsunami, releases of oil or hazardous material or sewage, contamination, utility or transportation emergencies, mechanical or electrical malfunctions, disease, infestation, civil disturbance, intentional acts or sabotage, that is, or could reasonably be beyond the capability of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of a Mutual Aid and Assistance Program Member to fully manage and mitigate internally. C. Members — Any public or private Water or Wastewater Utility that manifests intent to participate in the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program by executing this Agreement. 1. Associate Member — Any non -utility participant, approved by the Steering Committee, that provides a support role for the AKWARN program, such as the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, and other applicable associations, and do not officially sign the WARN agreement. AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx 1 Flnal FINAL AKWARN_Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 2. Requesting Member — A Member who requests aid or assistance under the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. 3. Responding Member — A Member that responds to a request for aid or assistance under the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. 4. Non -Responding Member - A Member or Associate Member that does not provide aid or assistance during a Period of Assistance under the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. D. Confidential Information - Any document shared with any signatory of this Agreement that is marked confidential, including but not limited to any map, report, notes, papers, opinion, or e-mail which relates to the system vulnerabilities of a Member or Associate Member. E. Period of Assistance — A specified period of time when a Responding Member assists a Requesting Member. The period commences when a Responding Member begins mobilization of personnel, equipment, or supplies to depart from the Responding Member's facility and ends when the resources return to their facility and are demobilized. All protections identified in the agreement apply during this period. The specified Period of Assistance may occur during response to or recovery from an emergency, as previously defined. F. National Incident Management System (NIMS): A national, standardized approach to incident management and response that sets uniform processes and procedures for emergency response operations. G. Steering Committee: The decision making body for AKWARN which is responsible for oversight and administration of the AKWARN Program. ARTICLE III. ADMINISTRATION The Mutual Aid and Assistance Program shall be administered through a Steering Committee. In addition to representing the interests of the Members, the Steering Committee includes representatives from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, the Alaska Water Wastewater Management Association, the Alaska Rural Water Association, and other affiliated organizations. Under the leadership of the Chair, the Steering Committee members shall plan and coordinate emergency planning and response training for members of the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. The Steering Committee shall also be responsible for maintaining the AKWARN website. ARTICLE IV. PROCEDURES The Steering Committee shall develop operational and planning procedures for the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. These procedures shall be reviewed at least annually and updated as needed by the Steering Committee. AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx 2Flnal FINAL AK_WARN_Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL I ARTICLE V. 2 REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE 3 4 A. Member Responsibility: Members shall identify an Authorized Official and alternates; 5 provide contact information including 24-hour access and maintain resource information that 6 may be available from the utility for mutual aid and assistance response. Such contact 7 information shall be updated at least annually or when changes occur, and provided to the 8 Steering Committee via electronic format. 9 10 In the event of an Emergency, a Member's Authorized Official may request mutual aid and 11 assistance from a participating Member. Requests for assistance can be made orally or in 12 writing. When made orally, the request for personnel, equipment, and supplies shall be 13 prepared in writing as soon as practicable. Requests for assistance shall be directed to the 14 Authorized Official of the participating Member. Specific protocols for requesting aid shall 15 be provided in the required procedures (Article IV). 16 17 B. Response to a Request for Assistance — Members of the agreement are not obligated to 18 respond to a request. After a Member receives a request for assistance, the Authorized 19 Official evaluates whether or not to respond, whether resources are available to respond, or 20 if other circumstances would hinder response. Following the evaluation, the Authorized 21 Representative shall inform, as soon as possible, the Requesting Member whether it will 22 respond. If the Member is willing and able to provide assistance, the Member shall inform 23 the Requesting Member about the type of available resources and the approximate arrival 24 time of such assistance. 25 26 C. Discretion of Responding Member's Authorized Official — Execution of this Agreement does 27 not create any duty to respond to a request for assistance. When a Member receives a 28 request for assistance, the Authorized Official shall have sole and absolute discretion as to 29 whether or not to respond, or the availability of resources to be used in such response. An 30 Authorized Member's decisions on the availability of resources shall be final. 31 32 33 34 ARTICLE VI. 35 RESPONDING MEMBER PERSONNEL 36 37 A. Incident Command System (ICS) — When providing response and recovery assistance 38 under this Agreement, the Requesting Utility shall be organized and shall function under the 39 Incident Command System. 40 41 B. Control - While employees so provided may be under the supervision of the Responding 42 Member, the Responding Member's employees come under the direction and control of the 43 Requesting Member, consistent with the NIMS Incident Command System to address the 44 needs identified by the Requesting Member. The Requesting Member's Authorized Official 45 shall coordinate response activities with the designated supervisor(s) of the Responding 46 Member(s). The Responding Member's designated supervisor(s) must keep accurate 47 records of work performed by personnel during the specified Period of Assistance. 48 49 C. Food and Shelter — Whenever practical, Responding Member personnel must be self 50 sufficient for up to 72 hours. When possible, the Requesting Member shall supply 51 reasonable food and shelter for Responding Member personnel. If the Requesting Member 3Flnal FINAL AK_WARN _Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx I is unable to provide food and shelter for responding personnel, the Responding Member's 2 designated supervisor is authorized to secure the resources necessary to meet the needs of 3 its personnel. Except as provided below, the cost for such resources must not exceed the 4 State per diem rates for that area. To the extent Food and Shelter costs exceed the State 5 per diem rates for the area, the Responding Member must demonstrate that the additional 6 costs were reasonable and necessary under the circumstances. Unless otherwise agreed 7 to in writing, the Requesting Member remains responsible for reimbursing the Responding 8 Member for all reasonable and necessary costs associated with providing food and shelter, 9 if such resources are not provided. 10 11 D. Communication — The Requesting Member shall provide Responding Member personnel 12 with radio equipment as available, or radio frequency information to program existing radios, 13 in order to facilitate communications with local responders and utility personnel. 14 15 E. Status - Unless otherwise provided by law, the Responding Member's officers and 16 employees retain the same privileges, immunities, rights, duties and benefits as provided in 17 their respective jurisdictions. 18 19 F. Licenses and Permits — To the extent permitted by law, Responding Member personnel that 20 hold licenses, certificates, or permits evidencing professional, mechanical, or other skills 21 shall be allowed to carry out activities and tasks relevant and related to their respective 22 credentials during the specified Period of Assistance. 23 G. Right to Withdraw - The Responding Member's Authorized Official retains the right to 24 withdraw some or all of its resources at any time for any reason in the Responding 25 Member's sole and absolute discretion. Notice of intention to withdraw must be 26 communicated to the Requesting Member's Authorized Official as soon as soon as it is 27 practicable under the circumstances. 28 29 30 ARTICLE VII. 31 COST- REIMBURSEMENT 32 33 The Requesting Member shall reimburse the Responding Member for each of the following 34 categories of costs incurred during the specified Period of Assistance as agreed in whole or in 35 part by both parties; provided, that any Responding Member may assume in whole or in part 36 such loss, damage, expense, or other cost, or may loan such equipment or donate such 37 services to the Requesting Member without charge or cost. 38 39 A. Personnel — The Responding Member shall be reimbursed by the Requesting Member for 40 personnel costs incurred for work performed during the specified Period of Assistance. 41 Responding Member personnel costs shall be calculated according to the terms provided in 42 their employment contracts or other conditions of employment. The Responding Member's 43 designated supervisor(s) must keep accurate records of work performed by personnel 44 during the specified Period of Assistance. Requesting Member reimbursement to the 45 Responding Member should consider all personnel costs, including salaries or hourly 46 wages, costs for fringe benefits, and indirect costs. 47 4Flnal FINAL AK_WARN _Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx I B. Equipment — The Requesting Member shall reimburse the Responding Member for the use 2 of equipment during the specified Period of Assistance, including, but not limited to, 3 reasonable rental rates, all fuel, lubrication, maintenance, repairs, transportation, and 4 loading and unloading of loaned equipment. The Responding Member must provide 5 equipment rates orally or in writing to the Requesting Member prior to supplying the 6 equipment. Mutual agreement on which rates are used must be reached in writing prior to 7 mobilization of the equipment. All equipment shall be returned to the Responding Member 8 in good working order as soon as is practicable and reasonable under the circumstances. If 9 the Responding Member must lease a piece of equipment while its equipment is being 10 repaired, Requesting Member shall reimburse Responding Member for such rental costs. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 C. Materials and Supplies — The Requesting Member must reimburse the Responding Member in kind or at actual replacement cost, plus handling charges, for use of expendable or non- returnable supplies. The Responding Member must not charge direct fees or rental charges to the Requesting Member for other supplies and reusable items that are returned to the Responding Member in a clean, damage -free condition. Reusable supplies that are returned to the Responding Member with damage must be treated as expendable supplies for purposes of cost reimbursement. D. Payment Period — The Responding Member must provide an itemized bill to the Requesting Member for all expenses incurred by the Responding Member while providing assistance under this Agreement. The Responding Member must send the itemized bill not later than (90) ninety dates following the end of the Period of Assistance. The Responding Member may request additional periods of time within which to submit the itemized bill, and Requesting Member shall not unreasonably withhold consent to such request. The Requesting Member must pay the bill in full on or before the forty-fifth (45t") day following the billing date. The Requesting Member may request additional periods of time within which to pay the itemized bill, and Responding Member shall not unreasonably withhold consent to such request, provided, however, that all payment shall occur not later than one- year after the date a final itemized bill is submitted to the Requesting Member. E. Records - Each Responding Member and their duly authorized representatives shall have access to a Requesting Member's books, documents, notes, reports, papers and records which are directly pertinent to this Agreement for the purposes of reviewing the accuracy of a cost bill or making a financial, maintenance or regulatory audit. Each Requesting Member and their duly authorized representatives shall have access to a Responding Member's books, documents, notes, reports, papers and records which are directly pertinent to this Agreement for the purposes of reviewing the accuracy of a cost bill or making a financial, maintenance or regulatory audit. Such records shall be maintained for at least three (3) years or longer where required by law. 5Flnal FINAL AK_WARN _Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx I ARTICLE VIII. 2 DISPUTES 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 If any controversy or claim arises out of, or relates to, the execution of the Agreement, including, but not limited to, alleged breach of the Agreement, the disputing Members shall first attempt to resolve the dispute by negotiation, followed by mediation and finally shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association. Any court of competent jurisdiction may enter the judgment rendered by the arbitrators as final judgment that is binding on the parties. ARTICLE IX. WORKER'S COMPENSATION CLAIMS The Responding Member is responsible for providing worker's compensation benefits and administering worker's compensation for its employees. The Requesting Member is responsible for providing worker's compensation benefits and administering worker's compensation for its employees. ARTICLE X. NOTICE A Member who becomes aware of a claim or suit that in anyway, directly or indirectly, contingently or otherwise, affects or might affect other Members of this Agreement shall provide prompt and timely notice to the Members who may be affected by the suit or claim. Each Member reserves the right to participate in the defense of such claims or suits as necessary to protect its own interests. ARTICLE XI. INSURANCE Each Participating Utility shall bear the risk of its own actions, as it does with its day-to-day operations, and determine for itself what kinds of insurance, and in what amounts, it should carry. Members of this Agreement shall maintain an insurance policy or maintain a self insurance program that covers activities that it may undertake by virtue of membership in the Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. Nothing herein shall act or be construed as a waiver of any sovereign immunity or other exemption or limitation on liability that a Participating Utility may enjoy. ARTICLE XII. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION To the extent provided by law, any Member or Associate Member shall maintain in the strictest confidence and shall take all reasonable steps necessary to prevent the disclosure of any Confidential Information disclosed under this Agreement. If any Member, Associate Member, third party or other entity requests or demands, by subpoena or otherwise, that a Member or 6Flnal FINAL AK_WARN _Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx I Associate Member disclose any Confidential Information disclosed under this Agreement, the 2 Member or Associate Member shall immediately notify the owner of the Confidential Information 3 and shall take all reasonable steps necessary to prevent the disclosure of any Confidential 4 Information by asserting all applicable rights and privileges with respect to such information and 5 shall cooperate fully in any judicial or administrative proceeding relating thereto. 6 7 8 ARTICLE XIII. 9 EFFECTIVE DATE 10 11 This Agreement shall be effective after the Water and Wastewater Utility's authorized 12 representative executes the Agreement and the Steering Committee receives the Agreement. 13 The Steering Committee shall maintain a master list of all members of the Mutual Aid and 14 Assistance Program. 15 16 17 ARTICLE XIV. 18 WITHDRAWAL 19 20 A Member may withdraw from this Agreement by providing written notice of its intent to 21 withdraw to the Statewide Chair. Withdrawal takes effect 30 days after the Statewide Chair 22 receives notice. Withdrawal from this Agreement shall in no way affect a Requesting Member's 23 duty to reimburse a Responding Member for cost incurred during a Period of Assistance, which 24 duty shall survive such withdrawal. 25 26 27 ARTICLE XV. 28 MODIFICATION 29 30 No provision of this Agreement may be modified, altered or rescinded by individual parties to the 31 Agreement. Modifications to this Agreement may be due to programmatic operational changes 32 to support the agreement, legislative action, creation of an interstate aid and assistance 33 agreement, or other developments. Modifications require a simple majority vote of Members. 34 The Steering Committee must provide written notice to all Members of approved modifications 35 to this Agreement. Approved modifications take effect 60 days after the date upon which notice 36 is sent to the Members. 37 38 39 40 ARTICLE XVI. 41 SEVERABILITY 42 43 The parties agree that if any term or provision of this Agreement is declared by a court of 44 competent jurisdiction to be illegal or in conflict with any law, the validity of the remaining terms 45 and provisions shall not be affected, and the rights and obligations of the parties shall be 46 construed and enforced as if the Agreement did not contain the particular term or provision held 47 to be invalid. 48 49 50 7Flnal FINAL AK_WARN _Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 ARTICLE XVII. PRIOR AGREEMENTS This Agreement supersedes all prior Agreements between Members to the extent that such prior Agreements are inconsistent with this Agreement. ARTICLE XVIII. PROHIBITION ON THIRD PARTIES AND ASSIGNMENT OF RIGHTS / DUTIES This Agreement is for the sole benefit of the Members and no person or entity will have any rights under this Agreement as a third party beneficiary. Assignments of benefits and delegations of duties created by this Agreement are prohibited and will be without effect. ARTICLE XIX. INTRASTATE AND INTERSTATE MUTUAL AID AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS To the extent practicable, Members of this Agreement may participate in Mutual Aid and Assistance activities conducted under the State of Alaska Intrastate Mutual Aid and Assistance Program and the Interstate Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). Members may voluntarily agree to participate in an interstate Mutual Aid and Assistance Program for water and wastewater utilities through this Agreement if such a Program were established. Now, therefore, in consideration of the covenants and obligations set forth in this Agreement, the Water and Wastewater Utility listed here manifests its intent to be a Member of the Intrastate Mutual Aid and Assistance Program for Water and Wastewater Utilities and to participate in the AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx 8Flnal FINAL AK_WARN_Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Alaska Water / Wastewater Response Network (AKWARN) by executing this Agreement on this day of 20_. Water/Wastewater Utility: By: Title: By: Title Please Print Name Please Print Name Approved as to form and legality By: Attorney for Utility Please Print Name AK_WARN _Agreement _rev 1 _2009_May.docx 9Flnal FINAL AK_WARN_Agreement_rev1_2009_May.docxFINAL L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director FROM: Brandon McElrea, Land Management Analyst DATE: December 10, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - Consent to Assignment and Assignment of Lease Agreement of Tract A and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 Nathan Scow has submitted the application and application fee for an Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreement from Benjamin C. Johnson, Assignor to Nathan Scow, Assignee. The applicant notes that no changes in the existing use under the lease are proposed. Any changes in use would require a lease amendment. Staff verified that the applicant holds valid Cook Inlet salmon fishery set gillnet entry permits. A map of the parcel and valid permits are attached to this memorandum. The original Shore Fishery Leases were executed by the City of Kenai, Lessor, and Benjamin C. Johnson, Lessee, on July 01, 2016, for Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1, and recorded on July 28, 2016, under Serial Numbers 302- 2016-006535 and 302-2016-006534 respectively. The subject Leases were initially issued for the purpose of shore fishery. The Lessee remains in compliance with the terms and conditions of the leases. Covenant 3 of the Shore Fishery Leases stipulates that "Lessee with City's written consent, which will not be unreasonably denied, may assign for other than collateral purposes, in whole or in part, its rights as Lessee hereunder." If City Council approves the Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreement, the City Manager will be authorized to sign the Consent to Assignment and the Assignment of Lease may be executed by the parties. Thank you for your consideration. Attachments Application for Lease Assignment Map of City of Kenai Shore Fishery Sites Cook Inlet Salmon Fishery Set Gillnet Entry Permits Draft Consent to Assignment Assignment of Lease Agreements City of Kona! Page 37 Application for: ❑ New Lease Land Lease Application ❑ Amendment ❑ Extension ❑ Assignment ❑ Renewal 'Application Date: i Appli cant Information Name of Applicant: �% a, , ,.�. 7 c. Cj Mailing Address: � � ��u �,,,, City: 4tck State: F Zip Cade: C�53_ lPhone Number(s): Home Phone: Work/ Message Phone: E-mail; (Optional) Name to Appear on Lease: at 'k- yc 0 ('J Mailing Address: City: -- State: TCode: ,Phone Number(s): Home Phone: World Message Phone: E-mail: (Optional) Type of Applicant: _ Individual (at least 18 years of age) ❑ Partnership Corporation Government �} i ❑ Limited Liability Company (LLC) 7 Other !f Piroperty I nfo rm atl o in a n d Term -., uested Legal description of property (or, if subdivision is required, a brief description of property): a 1 L. ds,l,t— k I "4— C Does the property require subdivision? (if Yes, answer next questions) DYES c Subdivision costs are the responsibility of the applicant unless the City Council � i determines a subdivision serves other City purposes: 1. Do you believe the proposed subdivision would serve other City purposes? ❑ YES <N0 2. If determined it does not, applicant is responsible for all subdivision costs. Initials If an appraisal is required to determine the minimum price on the land, applicant is responsible for the deposit to cover costs associated with appraisal. If a sale is approved, the cost of the Initials appraisal will be either refunded or credited to the applicant. It is the responsibility of the applicant to cover recording costs associated with lease. Initials i `Do you have or have you ever had a Lease with the City? (if Yes, answer next question) 1] YES Ak40 1. Legal or brief description of property leased: Request a Lease with an Option to Purchase once development requirements are met? ❑ YES , Requested term for Initial Lease or Renewal (based on Term Table, not to exceed 45 years): Requested term for Lease Extension (based on Term Table, not to exceed a total of 45 Years): Requested Starting Date: / % _ / 7 ?-a 2, M Page ` roposed Use a n a I na p rove Proposed Use (check one): I Aeronautical Non-Aeronauticat ❑o you plan to construct new or additional improvements? (if Yes, answer next five questions) L— YES k, NO 1, Will the improvement change or alter the use under an existing lease? L YES '< NO 2. What is the proposed use of the improvement? A},¢ 3. What is the estimated value of the improvement? 4. What is the nature and type of improvement? /t/A- 5. What are the dates construction is estimated to commence and be completed? (generally, construction must be completed within two years) Estimated Start Date: Fstimated Completion Date: /IA Describe the proposed business or activity intended: �j L ev &U scr ce Hour does the proposed lease support a thriving business, residential, recreational, or cultural community? Lease Assignment Only: What is the name of the individual or legal entity the lease is to be assigned? Lease Renewal Only Renewal of an Existing Lease (at least one year of term remaining): Requires new development. Lease Term based on: Estimated cost of new improvements and Purchase Price (optional) i Renewal of an Expiring Lease (less than one year of term remaining): Does not require new development. Lease Term based ors: 1 Purchase Price I Professional Estimate of Remaining Useful Life 7 Fair Market Value appraisal andlor 1 Estimated cost of new improvements (optional) Requested Term for Renewal Based on Term Table, not to exceed 45 Years: Submitting an application far a lease does not give the applicant a right to lease or use the land requested in the application. The application shall expire twelve (12) rnonths after the date the application has been made if the City and the applicant have not, by that time, entered into a lease, unless the City Council for good cause grants an extension for a period not to exceed six �6) months. The City has no obligation to amend, renew or extend a IGSSa and may decline to do so upon making specific findings as to why a lease renewal, extension, or amendment ig not in the best interest of the City Signature: Date-.// _ Is Print Name: I 'Aj a A 4 -%- Tc crt-j I Title: Fist' City'tise j+:... _ -- - iat0A4VflFee-FCecehmo: - © Genarat Fyrd 0 fii(port Reserve Land DaftApplicaWn De°€ermt d Gmpftft: -Cj- Airport Fund El -Outside AiTpigrt Reserve 3 r Nbtice• PubliGallon Date. lAecouM NV!!!?.! City Cmneff ActiorVResulu§Dn.: CITY OF KENAI SHORE FISHERY Page 40 Page 41 CITY OF KENAI CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT The Assignment of that certain Shore Fishery Lease entered into on May 12, 2016 and recorded at 2016-006535-0, Kenai Recording District, from BENJAMIN C. JOHNSON, whose address is 139 South 200 West, Hyrum, UT 84319, to NATHAN SCOW, whose address is 31135 West Southern, Buckeye, AZ 85326, covering the following -described property: Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 is hereby ACKNOWLEDGED AND CONSENTED TO, subject to the same terms and conditions as contained in the above -described original Lease of Airport Lands, and any and all amendments thereto. This Consent is given by the City of Kenai without waiving any right or action, or releasing the Assignor from any liability or responsibility under the aforementioned Lease, and does not relieve the Assignee from the condition requiring the City's approval for any subsequent sublease or assignment. Dated this day of , 2026. Terry Eubank, City Manager Consent to Assignment of Lease — Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 Page 1 of 2 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATE OF ALASKA ) ) ss THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 2026, Terry Eubank, City Manager of the City of Kenai, Alaska, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said City. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires: Approved as to form: Scott Bloom, City Attorney Consent to Assignment of Lease — Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 Page 2 of 2 CITY OF KENAI CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT The Assignment of that certain Shore Fishery Lease entered into on May 12, 2016 and recorded at 2016-006534-0, Kenai Recording District, from BENJAMIN C. JOHNSON, whose address is 139 South 200 West, Hyrum, UT 84319, to NATHAN SCOW, whose address is 31135 West Southern, Buckeye, AZ 85326, covering the following -described property: Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 is hereby ACKNOWLEDGED AND CONSENTED TO, subject to the same terms and conditions as contained in the above -described original Lease of Airport Lands, and any and all amendments thereto. This Consent is given by the City of Kenai without waiving any right or action, or releasing the Assignor from any liability or responsibility under the aforementioned Lease, and does not relieve the Assignee from the condition requiring the City's approval for any subsequent sublease or assignment. Dated this day of , 2026. Terry Eubank, City Manager Consent to Assignment of Lease — Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 Page 1 of 2 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATE OF ALASKA ) ) ss THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 2026, Terry Eubank, City Manager of the City of Kenai, Alaska, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said City. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires: Approved as to form: Scott Bloom, City Attorney Consent to Assignment of Lease — Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 Page 2 of 2 ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE This assignment is entered into between BENJAMIN C. JOHNSON, whose address is 139 south 200 west, Hyrum, Utah 84319 (Assignor) and NATHAN SCOW, whose address is 31135 west Southern Ave, Buckeye, Arizona 85326 (Assignee). Assignor does hereby assign and transfer all of his interest in the leasehold estate as evidenced by that certain Lease Agreement with the CITY OF KENAI as Lessor, entered into on May 12, 2016 and recorded July 28, 2016 at 2016-006535-0, Kenai Recording District, and covering the following described property: Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 to Assignee to have and to hold the same from the date hereof, for and during all of the remainder of the term of said Lease Agreement. Assignee agrees to comply fully with all the terms and provisions of the Lease. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said Assignor has hereunto set his hand and seal this day of_ 0(L� , 2025. ASSIGNOR: BENJAMIN JO By: Benjamin C. Johnson ASSIGNEE: NATHAN SCOW By:.�_ Nathan Scow Acknowledgment State of Utah ) County of On this —(-2llt day of G in the year 20jOE-before me, MUVI k notary date month year n ary public name public, personally appeared Lhl�c�y+i Xv proved on the basis of satisfactory name of document signer evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) (is/are) subscribed to this instrument, and acknowledged (he/she/they) executed the same. Witness my hand and official seal. otary signature) w LOGAN MUNK Notary public - State of Utah Comm. No. 742956 My Commission Expires on Apr 116, 2029 (sea!) ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE This assignment is entered into between BENJAMIN C. JOHNSON, whose address is 139 south 200 west, Hyrum, Utah 84319 (Assignor) and NATHAN SCOW, whose address is 31135 west Southern Ave, Buckeye, Arizona 85326 (Assignee). Assignor does hereby assign and transfer all of his interest in the leasehold estate as evidenced by that certain Lease Agreement with the CITY OF KENAI as Lessor, entered into on May 12, 2016 and recorded July 28, 2016 at 2016-006535-0, Kenai Recording District, and covering the following described property: Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 to Assignee to have and to hold the same from the date hereof, for and during all of the remainder of the term of said Lease Agreement. Assignee agrees to comply fully with all the terms and provisions of the Lease. IN WITNESS W REOF, the said Assignor has hereunto set his hand and seal this day of DC� , 2025. ASSIGNOR: BENJAMI . J ON By: ' Benjamin C. Johnson ASSIGNEE. NATHAN SCOW By:. Nathan Scow Acknowledgment State of Utah ) County of (-C1. (/t'V-- _) On this G 1l day of 0 b in the year 20 Z- before me, �+- tvlvi,. (&_ a notary date month year notary public name public, personally appeared r,�i G��vt� Uv , proved on the basis of satisfactory name of document signer evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) (is/are) subscribed to this instrument, and acknowledged (he/she/they) executed the same. Witness my hand and official seal. LOGAN MUNI( Notary Public Stste of Utah a COMM. No. 7425% My Comml►i14n Expires on Apr 1b, 2029 (seal) L City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 1 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: December 24, 2025 SUBJECT: 2026 Special Election - Proposition Question(s) During the December 3, 2025 City Council Work Session, the Council provided general direction to prepare legislation to schedule a special election and to develop proposition language for voter consideration regarding potential amendments to Kenai Municipal Charter. The questions discussed included the following options: Amending Kenai Municipal Charter to align the City election date with the Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska Election; or 2. Amending Kenai Municipal Charter to remove the election date from the charter and authorize the City Council to establish the City's election date by ordinance. Placing two separate propositions before the voters that would amend the same section of the Charter in different ways could result in inconsistency within the Charter and create voter confusion. To avoid these issues, direction is requested from City Council regarding which of the above options should be advanced for placement on the ballot for the Special Election. KENAI COUNCIL ON AGING COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING Page 51 DECEMBER 11, 2025 — 3:00 P.M. KENAI SENIOR CENTER 361 SENIOR CT., KENAI, AK 99611 CHAIR CRAIG, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER [Clerk's Note: due to a lack of staff, the Council on Aging Commission did not meet.] 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call There were present: None. A quorum was not present. Absent: Rachael Craig, Chair William Sadler Velda Geller Barbara Modigh Gina Kuntzman Kit Hill Jim Glendening, Vice Chair Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director Red Piersee, Senior Center Administrative Assistant Victoria Askin, City Council Liaison 3. Agenda Approval B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. November 13, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. F. NEW BUSINESS 1. Emergency Plan Training - Katmai Solutions 2. Emergency Plan Recommendation G. REPORTS 1. Senior Center Director 2. Commission Chair 3. City Council Liaison H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. Council on Aging Meeting Page 1 of 2 DECEMBER 11. 2025 I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION - January 8, 2026 J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS K. ADJOURNMENT L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None Due to a lack of staff, the meeting was not held. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Council on Aging Commission meeting of December 11, 2025. Logan Parks Deputy City Clerk Council on Aging Meeting Page 2 of 2 DECEMBER 11. 2025 KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING Page 53 DECEMBER 8, 2025 — 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 CHAIR JEANNE KEATON, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Special Meeting of the Harbor Commission was held on December 8, 2025, in the Kenai City Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Reveal called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Keaton led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Reveal, Chair Lisa Gabriel Zachary Rohr Matthew Moffis, Vice Chair A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: Lee Frey, Public Works Director Kevin Buettner, Planning & Zoning Director Lisa List, Public Works Administrative Assistant 3. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Moffis MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Rohr SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. November 10, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION: Commissioner Moffis MOVED to approve the November 10, 2025 Harbor Commission minutes. Commissioner Rohr SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. F. NEW BUSINESS 1. Action/Approval - Recommending Approval of Proposed Ordinance to City Council Regarding Sunsetting the Harbor Commission Harbor Commission Meeting Page 1 of 2 December 8, 2025 Page 54 MOTION: Commissioner Moffis MOVED to recommend approval of proposed ordinance to City Council regarding sunsetting the Harbor Commission. Commissioner Rohr SECONDED the motion. Planning Director Buettner reported the following: • November 10, 2025 - The Harbor Commission during a Special Meeting, recommended that the City Council consider sunsetting the Harbor Commission. • November 19, 2025 - The City Council during their Regular Meeting approved a motion directing the Administration to draft the necessary legislation to sunset the Harbor Commission and to present that legislation to the Harbor Commission for recommendation. • The proposed Ordinance amends Kenai Municipal Code (KMC) to remove reference to the Harbor Commission, repealing provisions related to its duties and powers; moves leasing of tideland provisions to a new chapter; and transfers powers formerly delegated to the Harbor Commission to the Planning and Zoning Commission. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION PASSED. G. REPORTS 1. Public Works Director Frey Thanked Commissioners for their time and efforts serving on the Harbor Commission. 2. Commission Chair Keaton Thanked the City for their support of the Harbor Commission. 3. City Council Liaison - No report H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. I. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS - None. J. ADJOURNMENT K. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None. There being no further business before the Harbor Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Harbor Commission meeting of December 8, 2025. Logan Parks Deputy City Clerk Harbor Commission Meeting Page 2 of 2 December 8, 2025 KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2025 — 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 CHAIR GRANT WISNIEWSKI, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER [Clerk's note: meeting cancelled due to a lack of quorum.] 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call There were present: None. A quorum was not present. Absent: Grant Wisniewski, Chair Marti Pepper Sharon Fisher Michael Bernard 3. Agenda Approval B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. October 2, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. F. NEW BUSINESS 1. Recommendation - Moving or Cancelling the January 1, 2026 Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting. 2. Discussion - Development of Long-term Goals and Development of a Unique Work Plan Goal for Fiscal Year 2026. 3. Discussion - Reviewing 2025 Workplan Goals. G. REPORTS 1. Parks & Recreation Director 2. Commission Chair 3. City Council Liaison H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION - February 5, 2026. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Page 1 of 2 December 4, 2025 J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS K. ADJOURNMENT L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Midmonth Report 2. Ice Rink Schedule 3. Recreation Center Schedule Due to a lack of quorum, the meeting was not held. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of December 4, 2025. Logan Parks Deputy City Clerk Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Page 2 of 2 December 4, 2025 KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING Page 57 DECEMBER 10, 2025 — 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 VICE CHAIR EARSLEY, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission was held on December 10, 2025, in City Hall Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Vice Chair Earsley called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Vice Chair Earsley led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Sonja Earsley, Vice Chair Glenese Pettey Stacie Krause Marty Askin A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: Gwen Woodard Jeanne Keaton Diane Fikes Kevin Buettner, Planning Director Brandon McElrea, Planning Technician Jessica See, Planning Administrative Assistant Sovala Kisena, City Council Liaison 3. Agenda and Consent Agenda Approval Vice Chair Earsley noted the following additions to the Packet: Add to item F.2. Public Hearing - Resolution PZ2025-34 • Written Public Comment MOTION: Commissioner Keaton MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the requested revisions Commissioner Krause 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. 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 Commissioner 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. Planning & Zoning Commission Page 1 of 5 December 10. 2025 B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of November 12, 2025. C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. E. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS - None. F. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Resolution PZ2025-33 - Recommending the Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to Operate a Bed & Breakfast on the Parcel Described as Lot 4, Block 1, Highlands Subdivision, Located at 5105 Silver Salmon Drive, Within the Rural Residential (RR) Zoning District MOTION: Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-33. Commissioner Krause SECONDED the motion. Director Buettner read into the record the staff report as included in the packet and attached to Resolution PZ2025-33. Vice Chair Earsley opened the floor for public comment. Keri Hiler, applicant, addressed the Commission providing an overview of the project, noting it was completion of an existing development; and outlined site improvements that would enhance the property. In response to questions from the Commission, Ms. Hiler clarified the following: planned traffic flow would not impact the neighbors; it had not het been determined if this would be year-round or seasonal; there was sufficient parking to accommodate RV's or trucks with boats; and the owners would not reside on site when there were guests. Kristine Schmidt addressed the Commission with concerns regarding the conditional use permit (CUP) process, noting the requirement for staff to write the reports; the staff report takes a position on the application; the use CUP's for lodging, bed and breakfasts; and the lack of conditions applied with in residential areas. There was discussion regarding the hours of operations; how after hour issues would be addressed; and clearer conditions in the application for addressing complaints and ensuring compatibility with surrounding residential use. There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. VOTE: YEA: Askin, Keaton, Krause, Fikes, Woodard, Earsley NAY: None ABSENT: None MOTION APPROVED. Vice Chair Earsley noted the 15-day appeal period. 2. Resolution PZ2025-34 - Recommendin Operate an Automotive Repair Business Redoubt Terrace Subdivision, Located Residential (RS) Zoning District. MOTION: g the Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to on the Parcel Described as Lot 23, Block 3, at 1606 Salmo Circle, Within the Suburban Planning & Zoning Commission Page 2 of 5 December 10. 2025 Commissioner Woodard MOVED to approve Resolution PZ2025-34. Commissioner Krause SECONDED the motion. Director Buettner read into the record the staff report as included in the packet and attached to Resolution PZ2025-34; and read the written comments received. Vice Chair Earsley opened the floor for public comment. Troy Consiel, applicant, addressed the Commission noting his professional experience in the automotive field. Staff clarified that an expiration date could be set on the CUP. Vern Kornstad addressed the Commission in opposition to the CUP, noting traffic concerns due to the small narrow streets; and the use was not compatible with a residential neighborhood. Donald Erwin addressed the Commission in opposition to the CUP, noting concerns with enforcement by the City; hours of operations being listed as daylight hours, and the number of daylight hours in the summer; the potential increase of traffic; and he did not feel it was a compatible need or use of a residential neighborhood. Jan Kornstad addressed the Commission in opposition to the CUP, noting concerns with the impact to the economic value of property in the area; the property was zone suburban residential not commercial; the increased traffic to the neighborhood; and the use was not compatible with a residential neighborhood. Kiersten Consiel addressed the Commission in support of the CUP and addressing concerns that were stated: there were not going to be cars everywhere; this was also their home; this was to get started and would not be forever; there were not going to be large signs posted or a lot of people coming in; there is one garage, which fits one car; and they also owned the property next door and have made improvements making it a nicer place to live. Kristine Schmidt addressed the Commission in opposition to the CUP, noting this was a commercial business wanting to locate in a residential neighborhood; hours of operations listed as daylight hours is to vague; the need for clear hours to address machinery noise; by appointment only could be multiple appointments at the same time, a clear appointment schedule was needed; and the need for clear requirement for no on street parking and what is allowed for signage. There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. Commissioner Fikes spoke in opposition to the CUP, noting the type of operation in a condensed neighborhood, within a cul-de-sac; restrictions for on street parking during certain time of the year due to snow removal; the limited space for parking and potential of cars parking on the lawn; health and safety standards were not addressed in regards to the automotive fluids compliance issues; business licensing and bonding issues Commissioner Woodard spoke in opposition to the CUP, noting increased noise levels; daylight hours could be all day long in the summer; and parking concerns. Commissioner Keaton stated concerns with the hour of operation; the impact on home values if it were to become an eyesore; and stated general support for commercial business in a residential neighborhood provided it melded into the neighborhood. Clarification was provided by the applicant regarding the size of the garage and the use of the vacant lot next door for parking. There was discussion regarding the ability for the applicant to bring back a similar application in the future if this was not approved and adding additional conditions. MOTION: Planning & Zoning Commission Page 3 of 5 December 10. 2025 Page 60 Commissioner Krause MOVED to table Resolution PZ2025-34 to the January 14, 2026 meeting. Commissioner Keaton SECONDED the Motion. VOTE ON MOTION TO TABLE: YEA: Woodard, Krause, Earsley, Keaton, Askin NAY: Fikes ABSENT: None MOTION PASSED. G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. H. NEW BUSINESS 1. Action/Approval - Recommending Approval of Proposed Ordinance to City Council Regarding Sunsetting the Harbor Commission. MOTION: Commissioner Askin MOVED to recommend Council approval of proposed ordinance sunsetting the Harbor Commission. Commissioner Woodard SECONDED the motion. Director Buettner provided an overview of the proposed legislation, outlining the proposed changes to code; and noted that a Council in the future could reestablish a Harbor Commission. Vice Chair Earsley opened the floor for public comment. Kristine Schmidt addressed the Commission with concerns with additional responsibilities being added to an already very busy commission. There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public comment period was closed. There was discussion regarding the role of the Harbor Commission being advisory and the ongoing difficulty in recruiting members. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION APPROVED. 2. Discussion/Approval - Establishing Work Session Schedule for January and February 2026. A work session was scheduled for January 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. I. REPORTS 1. Planning Director Planning Director Buettner reported on the following: • The January 7, 2026 Joint Work Session for Capital Improvement Program. • The January 14, 2026 meeting will be voting for Chair and Vice Chair. • Discussing whether the Commission wants to go more paper free; at this time the Commission wants to remain the same. 2. Commission Chair - No report. 3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commissioner Fikes reported on recent actions of the Kenia Peninsula Borough Planning Commission. Planning & Zoning Commission Page 4 of 5 December 10. 2025 4. City Council Liaison Council Member Kisena reported on recent actions of the City Council. J. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. K. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION 1. Next Meeting: January 14, 2026 L. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS Commission Members stated appreciation for staff and Commission members. 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 approximately 8:59 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of December 10, 2025. Logan Parks, Deputy City Clerk Planning & Zoning Commission Page 5 of 5 December 10. 2025 KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING Page 62 DECEMBER 09, 2025 — 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 CHAIR SARAH DOUTHIT, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Beautification Commission was held on December 09, 2025, in the Kenai City Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Douthit called the meeting to order at approximately 6:01 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Douthit led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Sarah Douthit, Chair Emily Heale Samantha Springer Sonja Earsley, Vice Chair Brittney Hoffert A quorum was present. Absent: None Also in attendance was: Tyler Best, Parks & Recreation Director 3. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Hoffert MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Earsley SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. October 14, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION: Commissioner Heale MOVED to approve the October 14, 2025 Beautification Commission minutes. Commissioner Hoffert SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None. F. NEW BUSINESS Beautification Commission Meeting Page 1 of 3 December 09. 2025 Page 63 1. Discussion/Recommendation - Recommending Parks and Recreation Projects for the Fiscal Year 2027 - Fiscal Year 2031 Capital Improvement Plan, as shown in the CIP Plan Memo. MOTION: Commissioner Earsley MOVED to recommend City Council approval of the Parks and Recreation Projects for the Fiscal Year 2027 - Fiscal Year 2031 Capital Improvement Plan. Commissioner Hoffert SECONDED the motion. Director Best provided a summary overview of the memorandum as provided in the packet. There was discussion in support of the projects as outlined. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion. MOTION PASSED. 2. Discussion - 2026 Spring Flower Order Director Best provided a summary overview of the memorandum as provided in the packet. Clarification was provided on flower types and there was support stated for the order overall; however, two members did not support the purchase of kale. 3. Discussion - Mural Locations and Themes Director Best provided a summary overview of the memorandum as provided in the packet. There was discussion regarding potential locations including: Green Strip, Kenai Recreation Center and the when entering into City limits. 4. Discussion - 2024 Winter Tour Recap Director Best provided a summary overview of the memorandum as provided in the packet. There was discussion regarding colors and placement of lights, and support for a more uniform or concentrated color scheme. G. REPORTS 1. Parks & Recreation Director - Director Best reported on the following: • Presented materials included in the packet. • Reminded Commissioners about mid -month reports. • Mentioned the upcoming joint work session with the City Council. 2. Commission Chair - Chair Douthit reported on the following: • Meeting with Director Best to review the Capital Improvement Plan 3. City Council Liaison - No report. H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS - None. I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION - January 13, 2026. J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Springer expressed excitement about summer flowers and fatigue with winter ice. Commissioner Hoffert asked about decorating Daubenspeck Pond; Director Best responded that staff decorates it when possible. Beautification Commission Meeting Page 2 of 3 December 09. 2025 Commissioner Earsley thanked staff for putting together the meeting packet. Commissioner Heale thanked staff for their work and reflected on her final meeting. Chair Douthit noted there are currently three vacancies on the commission. Commissioner Hoffert mentioned she is moving outside city limits; Chair Douthit advised contacting the City Clerk. K. ADJOURNMENT L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - July 2025 and August 2025 Mid -month Reports. There being no further business before the Beautification Commission, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:07 p.m. I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Beautification Commission meeting of December 09, 2025. Logan Parks Deputy City Clerk Beautification Commission Meeting Page 3 of 3 December 09. 2025 Page 65 November 7, 2025 City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, AK 99611 Dear City of Kenai, On behalf of the members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Kenai Peninsula —along with our Board of Directors, leadership team, and dedicated staff —thank you for your incredibly generous 2025 contribution of $10,000.00 on 10/30/2025. Your contribution helps power real impact. In 2024, thanks to support like yours, we served 3,256 youth across five communities and provided 68,503 healthy meals after school and during school breaks —including winter, spring, and summer camps. Your investment is helping us create consistent, safe spaces where young people can grow, connect, and thrive. At BGCKP, we're all about opportunity. With your support, kids and teens have access to high -quality programs —from academics and enrichment to sports and leadership development —that build confidence and open doors for their future. Because of you, those opportunities remain accessible to all families, regardless of income. This year alone, we awarded $700,000 in scholarships and waived program fees to ensure no child was turned away. We know you have a choice when it comes to giving, and we're truly honored that you chose to support our mission. Your generosity isn't just appreciated —it's transformative. Thank you for believing in the power of Clubs and the potential of every young person we serve. 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Alaska MARATHON 9 Xkiig Beyond F, 'o A H 2 0 �`n�ry leaning 00e NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING JANUARY 07, 2026 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. 3497-2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Donation to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Wayfinding, and Programming. (Administration) 2. Resolution No. 2026-01 - Amending the City of Kenai's Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees by Increasing the City League Participation Fee and Removing the City League Basketball Team Fee. (Administration) 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 resolutions may be amended by the Council prior to adoption without further public notice. ellie ner, MMC, City Clerk 0 m • *ti Posted: January 02, 2026 Al. d � N • Er \\l J 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 January 7, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Visit the City Meeting web page for information regarding this meeting: 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.cit; Shellie Saner, MMC, City Clerk Publish: 01/02/2026 CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION & POSTING I, Shellie Saner, City Clerk of the City of Kenai, do hereby certify that on the 18th day of January 2026, 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 January 2, 2026 edition of their newspaper. On the 2nd day of January, 2026, the Notice of Public Hearing and full meeting agenda was posted at Kenai City Hall and on the iat et-df".kF— el ' ner, MMQ City Clerk CITY OF KENAI Xl- 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 January 7, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Visit the City Meeting web page for information regarding this meeting: httos://www.kenai.city/meetinas 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.ca y . Shellie Saner, MMC, City Clerk Publish: 01/02/2026 JANUARY 7, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADDITIONAL MATERIAL/REVISIONS REQUESTED ADDITIONS TO THE PACKET: ACTION ITEM REQUESTED BY PAGE Add to item H. 7. Discussion/Action - 2026 Special Election - City Clerk Proposition Question(s). . Two Question Ballot Language Memo L I000, City of Kenai MEMORANDUM K E N 4 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members FROM: Shellie Saner, City Clerk DATE: January 6, 2026 SUBJECT: Two Question Ballot Language. If the Council wishes to place two questions on the ballot, 1. Aligning the City Election with the State and Borough Election; and, 2. Removing the Election Date from Charter, the following two questions could be placed on one ballot and would not create a conflict in charter if only one or both were approved by the voters. Question 1. ANNUAL ELECTIONS - TIME. Aligning the Annual Election Date of the City of Kenai with the Annual Election Date of the Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska. Shall Section 10-1, Annual Election - Times, of the Charter of the City of Kenai be amended to provide that the annual election date of the City of Kenai be aligned with the annual election date of the Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska. YES _ [A YES vote would amend the City Charter as described above.] NO _ [A NO vote would defeat the amendment described above.] That following the MONTH DID, 2026 Special Election, if the proposition substantially in the same form as set out above in Section 2 of this resolution is ratified by the voters, the following charter amendment would become effective: Section 10-1 Annual Election - Times, of the Charter of the City of Kenai There shall be no primary election, but only a general election, herein also called general election, for the election of a Mayor and other Councilmembers. Such election shall be held on the first Tuesday [IN OCTOBER] following the first Monday in November of each calendar year. Question 2. ANNUAL ELECTIONS - TIME. Removing the Fixed Election Date and Authorizing the Election Date to be Set by Ordinance. Shall Section 10-1, Annual Election - Times, of the Charter of the City of Kenai be amended to remove the fixed date of the regular election and authorize the City Council to establish the election date by ordinance. YES _ [A YES vote would amend the City Charter as described above.] NO _ [A NO vote would defeat the amendment described above.] That following the MONTH DID, 2026 Special Election, if the proposition substantially in the same form as set out above in Section 2 of this resolution is ratified by the voters, the following charter amendment would become effective: Section 10-1 Annual Election - Times, of the Charter of the City of Kenai There shall be no primary election, but only a general election, herein also called general election, for the election of a Mayor and other Councilmembers. [SUCH] The 2026 general election shall be held on the first Tuesday [IN OCTOBER] following the first Monday in November [OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR]. Thereafter, all future general election dates shall be set by ordinance. CITY OF KENAI NOTICE OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THE JANUARY 7, 2026 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. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ENACTED WITHOUT OBJECTION Ordinance No. 3497- 2025 - Accepting and Appropriating a Donation to the Kenai Community Library for Library Materials, Wayfinding, and Programming. (Administration) 2. ADOPTED WITHOUT OBJECTION Resolution No. 2026-01 - Amending the City of Kenai's Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees by Increasing the City League Participation Fee and Removing the City League Basketball Team Fee. (Administration) ShelW S er, M Posted: January City Clerk 2026 'e � NJ 0;°®°� f �f 10 �i0®i0®* �, 9U " e A. PAYMENTS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL RATIFICATION COUNCIL MEETING OF: JANUARY 7, 2026 VENDOR DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT ACCOUNT AMOUNT PERS PERS VARIOUS LIABILITY 116,066.66 HOMER ELECTRIC ELECTRIC USAGE VARIOUS UTILITIES 125,776.75 ENSTAR NATURAL GAS GAS USAGE VARIOUS UTILITIES 39,638.74 INVESTMENTS VENDOR DESCRIPTION MATURITY DATE AMOUNT Effect. Int. APPROVED BY COUNCIL Date: j - -7- PURCHASE ORDERS OVER $35,000.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL APPROVAL COUNCIL MEETING OF: JANUARY 7, 2026 VENDOR DESCRIPTION DEPT. ACCOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE OF EXISTING PURCHASE ORDER VENDOR DESCRIPTION P.O. # - DEPT. REASON AMOUNT TOTAL PO AMT ZONES FY26 MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE AGRMT VARIOUS INCREASED COST 8,309.71 41,685.63 APPROVED BY COUNCIL Date: t --7 - a, (.e City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-77941 907.283.7535 1 www.kenaixity TO: Mayor Gabriel and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: David Swarner, Finance Director FROM: Dan Castimore, IT Manager DATE: December 19, 2025 SUBJECT: Microsoft Enterprise Agreement — PO Increase The Finance Department recommends an increase of $8,309.71 to the PO for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal. Council authorized a three year contract with resolution 2025-5 with an annual amount of $33,375.92. Additional licensing for Microsoft Exchange Online was added which resulted in an increased cost. Because our Microsoft licensing is covered under this Enterprise Agreement, an increase to the PO amount is needed. The new total for this PO is $41,685.63 and sufficient funds are available. Thank you for your consideration and I am available for any questions. K F N City of Kenai 1 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members FROM: Lee Frey, Public Works Director DATE: December 22, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval — Authorizing the City Manager to Complete an Agreement for Mutual Aid and Assistance for the Alaska Water / Wastewater Agency Response Network Public Works requests the City to complete the Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement for the Alaska Water / Wastewater Agency Response Network (AKWARN). The purpose of this agreement is to outline the framework for Water and Wastewater Utilities to assist each other in the event of an emergency. This could be providing supplies, equipment, labor or other resources that a Utility may require during an event. The agreement does not bind the City to providing any services. We recommend entering the agreement to formalize this process for create an agreement for something our neighboring Utility Departments already do for each other if needed. City of Homer and City of Soldotna have both signed these agreements. APPROVED BY COUNCIL Date: 1 _ —j_ Q �o F N A City of Kenai 1 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.7535 1 wwwkenaixity MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager THROUGH: Kevin Buettner, Planning Director FROM: Brandon McElrea, Land Management Analyst DATE: December 10, 2025 SUBJECT: Action/Approval - Consent to Assignment and Assignment of Lease Agreement of Tract A and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 Nathan Scow has submitted the application and application fee for an Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreementfrom Benjamin C. Johnson, Assignorto Nathan Scow, Assignee. The applicant notes that no changes in the existing use under the lease are proposed. Any changes in use would require a lease amendment. Staff verified that the applicant holds valid Cook Inlet salmon fishery set gillnet entry permits. A map of the parcel and valid permits are attached to this memorandum. The original Shore Fishery Leases were executed by the City of Kenai, Lessor, and Benjamin C. Johnson, Lessee, on July 01, 2016, for Tract A, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1 and Tract B, City of Kenai Shore Fishery No. 1, and recorded on July 28, 2016, under Serial Numbers 302- 2016-006535 and 302-2016-006534 respectively. The subject Leases were initially issued for the purpose of shore fishery. The Lessee remains in compliance with the terms and conditions of the leases. Covenant 3 of the Shore Fishery Leases stipulates that "Lessee with City's written consent, which will not be unreasonably denied, may assign for other than collateral purposes, in whole or in part, its rights as Lessee hereunder." If City Council approves the Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreement, the City Manager will be authorized to sign the Consent to Assignment and the Assignment of Lease may be executed by the parties. Thank you for your consideration. Attachments Application for Lease Assignment Map of City of Kenai Shore Fishery Sites Cook Inlet Salmon Fishery Set Gillnet Entry Permits Draft Consent to Assignment Assignment of Lease Agreements APPROVED BY COUNCIL Date: