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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-07-11 Planning & Zoning Packet - Work SessionAGENDA CITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION WORK SESSION July 11, 2012 6 -7p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda 4. *Public Participation — Comprehensive Plan — Implementation Plan 5. Commission Discussion — Comprehensive Plan — Implementation Plan 6. Adjournment * Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated. The Commission may relax this restriction. Imam Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation .4 2030 en{sive Plan Revision Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Your City - Your Plan Page 1 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imam Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table of Contents Introduction - Framework for the Future 3 Goal 1- Quality of Life: Promote and encourage quality of life in Kenai, 4 Goal 2 - Economic Development: Provide economic development to support the fiscal health of the community. 8 Goal 3 - Land Use: Develop land use strategies to implement a forward - looking approach to community growth. 12 Goal 4 - Public Improvements and Services: Provide adequate public improvements and services in Kenai. 15 Goal 5 - Transportation: Provide transportation systems that are efficient and adequate to serve the regional needs of the community 18 Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation: Ensure that Kenai has excellent parks and recreational facilities and opportunities..2O Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters: Prepare and protect the citizens of Kenai from natural hazards and disasters. Il. 22 Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment of the community...25 Your City - Your Plan Page 2 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imam Kemal 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Introduction - Framework for the Future The following tables list the critical plan elements of lntaeme Kenai 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Issues are also listed. These are areas of concern that were identified during-the public process, would benefit the City but my not fall within the purview of City government, or may be a long -term objective (over ten years) so wouldn't be acted on during the. .strategic plan for this Comprehensive plan. The visions, goals, objectives and strategies were obtained from the public, Native organizations, civic organizations, Planning Commissioners and City staff from April 2011 through April 2012. The priority columns will be designated as follows: High priorities - these are objectives and strategies that the City- -of Kenai will focus on first. These objectives and strategies are :gh:e top priorities identified during the public participation process and those that the City can start working on right away. Median priorities - these are ongoing objectives and strategies that the City can start working on within the next year to ten years but they may involve other agency collaboration or are outside finant al resources at this time. Low priorities - are issues that were identified during the public participation process but are either not the City's responsibility or will not be worked on in the next ten years. These issues are included in the front of each section. Definitions The key elements of the Kenai Comprehensive Plan are its goals, objectives and strategies. Goals are broad statements that describe long -term desired outcomes. Objectives provide more specific information of what can be done to achieve a goal. Strategies describe specific steps that will be taken to reach an objective. The lead department or agency columns are filled out with the lead City department or other local, state or federal agency responsible for the task. The funding source columns list possible funding sources for the objectives and strategies. Your City - Your Plan Page 3 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions bnaeme Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 1— Quality of Life: Promote and encourage quality of life in Kenai. mow Vision: Kenai is a healthy community that provides for the emotional, Y t1' p f p*{ �. •i���; economic and spiritual well being of all of its citizens, promotes the health and well being for all age group provides opportunities for lifelong learning, and encourages arts and cultural activities. t~ Quality of life issues relate to the general well being of individuals and societies. Some indicators of a community's quality of life include not only wealth and employment, but also the quality of building cultural activities, physical and mental health, education, recreation and leisure time, and social belonging. Issues: • Affordable health care. • Lifelong learning. • Arts and cultural. • Construction of a multi -use facility for all ago groups. • Housing - Affordable with a variety 9frhousing options. Senior services. • • Programs that promote health &ellness Moose with twin calves 2011 Your City - Your Plan Page 4 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Intaame Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 1: Goal 1- Quality of Life: Promote and encourage quality of life in Kenai. Objectives 1. Provide a variety of formal and informal educational programs. Strategies Priority Department Administration City Continue to adequately fund the library. . High Support, as appropriate, other High Administration opportunities for educational .............. programs. City 2. Ensure that Kenai is a community where people and property are safe. r: +:.T:,: 0:::. +:. Continue to fund police and fire at High Public Safety levels adequate to provide for pubic. safety. City Continue to educate the public of the High Administration importance of minimizing bear Public Safety attractants to achieve a "bear safe" com:iuni; City Identify areas of the community that require. lighting a: d sidewalks for pedestrian safe Medium Public Safety Public Works City Identify high - density areas where Medium Public Safety speed limits may need reduced Public Works especially in areas around schools, parks; etc. City 3. Retain First People's heritage in Kenai. Work with the local Alaska Native Medium Administration organizations to develop signs and Planning maps to add indigenous place names in Parks & Kenai. Recreation Native Organizations City Your City - Your Plan Page 5 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imam Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority Department I City Native Organizations Collaborate with the local Alaska Native organizations to identify culturally sensitive issues and areas within the City. Medium Administration Planning 4. Encourage healthy lifestyles by providing outdoor activities. Develop additional pedestrian and;:_ bicycle pathways. '`' Medium Planning Parks & Recreation Public Works City State Federal Highway Admin. Create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly community by keeping walkways and bikeways clear of obstructions and maintained year round. Medium Public Works Parks & Recreation City 5. Promote beautification programs in Kenai. :.. «:, Review . landscaping requirements for commercial developments and determine If they should be revised. Medium Planning Parks & Recreation City Consider establishing landscaping requirements in all zoning districts. Planning Parks & Recreation City Consider increasing landscaping in city maintained rights of way. Medium Parks & Recreation Planning City Consider establishing a City- sponsored grant beautification program. Medium Parks & Recreation Planning City 7. Actively provide senior services. Support development of additional senior housing. Medium Administration Senior Services City Your City - Your Plan Page 6 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions hnaerne Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority Promote services available at the Senior Center. Support senior and health agencies and the private sector in their efforts to provide an assisted living facility for the community. 8. Consider nominating the Townsite Historic District (TSD) to the National Register Historic District Review the 1995 TSH survey and recommendations from the survey. Update the TSH to add new information regarding structures in the survey. Research criteria to determine if the TSH would be included in the National Register Historic District. Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Senior Services City Senior Services City Planning Planning Planning City City City Your City - Your Plan Page 7 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions IntaGme Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 2 — Economic Development: Provide economic development to support the fiscal health of the community. ',POW "MMIRIMEW V i s n : t a e ealf y community that provides for the emotional, physical, economic and spiritual well being of ,1 ., all of its citizens, promotes the health and well being or all a e t our s, proyji4eS o r +cft it'es or and encourages arts and cultural activities. Quality of life issues relate to the general well being of individuals and societies. Some indicators of a community's quality of life include not only wealth and employment, but also the quality of buildings, cultural activities, physical and mental health, Public infrastructure, sensible regulations, public - private partnership, efficient and coordinated service delivery, industry advocacy, marketing, economic analysis, and the dissemination of timely information all represent legitimate venues for government to promote economic development. Issues: • Adequate regional public infrastructure to support development. • Vacant commercial buildings in the community. • Buildings that are in disrepair. • Attract business and industry to relocate to Kenai through the promotion of recreation and leisure opportunities, quality schools, cultural entities, low crime rates,.a skilled workforce and clean air/water. • Capitalize on the benefit of the Kenai Airport to attract business and industry. • Promote development of the harbor and waterfront. K$.N, \I ♦ 1`:11'lik, (.t 1,11. KAl. 1 1 \1'1.34 Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center Your City - Your Plan Page 8 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions IntaGiiie Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 2: Goal 2 - Economic Development: Provide economic development to support the fiscal health of the community. Objectives . Promote opportunities for job security. Strategies Priority Develop City internships, apprenticeships, on the job training, and student hire programs. Use regional economic and workforce statistics to match the most suitable type of industry for particular areas and then market these areas. Compete for the siting of large industrial or manufacturing companies by promoting advantages such as transportation, access of developed industrial locations. 10. Implement business - friendly regulations, taxation and incentives. Consider property tax abatement and other forms of tax relief as a development incentive. Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Administration Human Resources City Administration City Administration City Administration Finance City Your City - Your Plan Page 9 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions haute Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Research cost and benefits of reverse taxation or tax deferral for improvements to support business incentives. 11. Recruit specific businesses that are necessary for the local economy to be maintained. Encourage the oil and gas industry to locate in Kenai to capitalize on economic value of natural resources. Market Kenai as a health center destination. Pursue retail business opportunities. Establish City theme and /or brand to help market Kenai as a business and industrial center Capitalize on the tourism industry by marketing tourist- oriented businesses. Review development options allowed in the Old Town area and determine if they need to be revised. Consider incentives for redevelopment of Old Town. Priority Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Administration Ci Administration KCCVC* City KCCVC Administration KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC City KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC Administration Planning City Planning Finance City Your City - Your Plan Page 10 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions blame Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority Advertise that Kenai is an adaptable, consumer - friendly, technology - advanced, innovative, and performance - driven, environment to attract technology -based and knowledge -haled industries. Work with State to manage and promote commercial and sport fisheries. Market Kenai as a center for educational based institutions. Medium Medium Medium Department Administration Kenai Convention Center and Visitor's Center (KCCVC) City KCCVC .;Administration City State Administration City Your City - Your Plan Page 11 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Inman Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 3 — Land Use: Develop land use strategies to implement a forward - looking approach to community growth. a - g t ity.. .are..eve omen a ` s several different zoning districts that reflect the needs of each distract; providing commercial, industrial, and residential areas suited to current and probable future growth Use of land includes traditional and current activities of City residents as well as resource development on public and private lands. It also addresses how lands within Kenai should be used to meet the needs of residents and allow for community growth. The City has land management regulations (Title 14 Planning and Zoning) that determine how lands are zoned for different uses and how uses should be managed. One of the purposes of the Comprehensive Plan . is to guide how land management regulations are used and revised. y it •} Issues rte` : a _ f X 11 '- • Make Kenai a "place to pause" for residents and --- m w = t visitors by creating more attractive public areas. • Research methods to protect property values 4nd citizens from adverse effects of noise. • Ensure an adequate supply of land is available for future uses. Kenai Dipnet Fishery 2011 Your City - Your Plan Page 12 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions 'maze Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 3: Goal 3 - Land Use: Develop land use strategies to implement a forward-looking approach to community growth and development. Objectives 12. Review zoning and subdivision codes for present and future land uses. Strategies Priority Reexamine zoning definitions. Audit City zones and amend zonipg needed to meet land use objectives. r,iirq,14 Consider zoning amendments for properties adjacent to highway corridors, Identify areas not suitable for development. Review landscaping ordinance to ensure buffers are required to protect nei bOrhoods. Review incompatible uses in zones. Review recreation zone to determine types of uses that should be permitted, i.e., racetrack, ATV, snow machine trails and other similar activities. Identify areas that should be zoned recreation. Review the Land Use Table to ensure uses provided for in zones are compatible with the intent of the zone. Encourage creative subdivision design for residential areas. High High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Public Safety Planning Planning City City City City City City City City City Planning City Your City - Your Plan Page 13 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imams Xenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority Amend subdivision code to consolidate access via frontage roads or by shared driveways onto main streets /highways. Amend subdivision code to add a requirement to reserve open space and parklands in new subdivisions. Amend landscaping code to require retention of natural vegetation in during development. Promote neighborhood beautification programs. Review Conditional Use Permit and Zoning Amendment Standards. 13. Review siting for oil and gas developments Review siting..for oil and gas developments to determine whether these developments should be ailo ved; n residential neighborhoods. Develop standards or guidelines for oil and gas developments. Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Planning Iindi City Planning City Planning City Parks & Recreation City Planning City Planning Planning City City Your City - Your Plan Page 14 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Immune Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 4 - Public Improvements and Services: Provide adequate public improvements and services in Kenai. g;, that meet the health, education, governmental and social service needs of all citizens; has an integrated efficient and cost - effective network of utilities and public improvements and is a community where the public feels safe. Kenai is a home rule city within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Public infrastructure includes the City facilities such as water and sewer systems, roads, airport, port, library, parks and recreation facilities, and senior center. Public services include public safety, senior services, planning and zoning and administrative services. Issues: • Investigate possible areas for ATV (motorcross /snow machines) trail systems. • Pursue public transportation options, • Investigate public free tai -Fi. • Determine feasibility and need for more senior housing. • Investigate & support city -wide recycling programs. • Research viability of wind, tide, biomass and /or geothermal energy sources. Kenai City Hall Your City - Your Plan Page 15 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Image Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 4: Goal 4 - Public Improvements and Services: Provide adequate public improvements and services in Kenai. Objectives 14. Evaluate feasibility /need for public improvements. Strategies Priority Continue to secure the funding for the Kenai River bluff erosion project. Erect signage and street markings at bicycle path and road crossings to alert drivers that there are pedestrians on the bicycle paths. Encourage the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to place signs and street markings alerting drivers of bicyclists on the Bridge Access Road and other high traffic areas,. Investigate options to provide separation on the roadway between the street arid pedestrians. Inventoryeisting roads and utilities and identify and prioritize upgrades. Research feasibility of extending water/sewer to Beaver Loop Road and Valhalla Subdivision. Maintain and improve when necessary street lights, City roads and buildings. Develop a long -term plan listing road upgrades. Review snow removal policy for City streets to determine if alternate methods should be considered. High High High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Administration City Public Works City State Public Works City State Public Works Planning City Public Works City Public Works City Public Works City Public Works City Public Works City Your City - Your Plan Page 16 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Inmate Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation •Jectives 15. Provide a wide variety of opportunities for the public to participate in local land use decisions Strategies Priority Continue to use social media as well as other methods to reach a broad range of citizens. Upgrade the City website. Enhance services through technology. 16. Maintain existing water /sewer utilities Continue efforts to improve the water in Kenai. 17. Consider additional city activities and services. Promote the Library as a community center. Promote recycling at City facilities and in the. comunity. Develop and implement a coordinated plan for IT services. Focus on short and lung -term data storage and operations. Expand Library programming for all age gropps. Provide video conferencing at the Library for community use. High High Medium High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Administration Information Technology City Information Technology Administration Information Technology Public Works Administration Administration Library Public Works Administration Information Technology Administration Information Technology Library Library City City City City City City City City City Your City - Your Plan Page 17 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Intaeme Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 5 - Transportation: Provide transportation systems that are efficient and adequate to serve the regional needs of the community. rpo :a ga o the e ai Peninsu tr 'a e t Cook Inlet; the roads are tlesit�t�e constructed, and maintained for year - round use; and the harbor functions as a vital facility for water connection t other areas in the State. Kenai is accessible by the Sterling Highway to Anchorage, Fairbanks, Canada and the lower 48 states. The City -owned Kenai Municipal Airport provides a 7,575 -foot asphalt runway, a 2,000-foot gravel strip, a floatplane strip, and helicopter service. A fully staffed Flight Service Station is located in the City. The Kenai City Dock and boat ramp are located near the mouth of the Kenai River. There are also a number of private commercial fish processing docks. Moorage is by buoys anchored in the Kenai River. Issues: • Support development of: Y Alternative transportation opportunities such as a ferry, train, ride share, and bus systems. ➢ Pedestrian pathways - sidewalks, bike paths, and trails. ➢ Completion of the 4 -lane highway between Kenai and Soldotna. Y Completion of the Unity Bike Path. ➢ Pedestrian /green space with new road' construction. Road Work in Kenai Your City - Your Plan Page 18 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions IntaQme Xenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 5: Goal 5 - Transportation: Provide transportation systems that are efficient and adequate to serve the regional needs of the community. Objectives 18. Fulfill the Kenai Municipal Airport's primary mission, "To the commercial air transportation gateway to the Kenai Peninsula Borough and Cook Inlet." be Strategies Rezone appropriate airport lands to industrial. Promote development of airport lands. Actively market leases of the airport industrial park. Research the cost and benefit of establishing a tax free zone at.the..ail'port. Determine highest and best use of airport land that is not needed for airport uses. 19. Monitor progress of Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP). Collaborate with the State to widen the Kenai Spur Highway to four lanes and to provide turn lanes. Pursue local road projects through annual budget requests from the STIP. 20. Establish maintenance and upgrade program for City's transportation system. Inventory City rights -of -way, sidewalks, and trails. Prioritize maintenance /upgrades for streets, sidewalks, and trails based on criteria estblished in City's maintenance program. Priority High Department High High Medium High Planning Airport Administration Airport Administration Airport Administration Airport Finance Airport Planning Administration Administration Public Works Public Works City City City City City City State City City City Your City - Your Plan Page 19 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Intone Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 6— Parks and Recreation: Ensure that Kenai has excellent parks and recreational facilities and opportunities. Kenai enhances the quality of life for oil citizens through parks and recreational facilities, programs, and commanr The City provides a wide array of services, including seasonal recreation programs, a teen center, city parks, and beautification of city streets and parks. Facilities include the Recreation Center, ten parks totaling over 18. acres, and two major trail networks. The Parks and Recreation Department manages park and open:spaces, including turf and sport field maintenance, playground maintenance, trash removal, facility and trail -- maintenance, management of volunteers, and stewardship of undeveloped open space. Issues: • Construct a multipurpose facilityfvr all age groups. • Encourage inclusion of year -round walkable and bicycle - safe trails in road construction projects. • Promote optimization of :green space for recreation. • Designate areas for future parks /trails. • Develop guidelines to separate pedestrian pathways from traffic. • Protection of the Kenai River, wetlands,: and environmentally sensitive areas,. Leif Hansen Memorial Park Your City - Your Plan Page 20 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions bltaenrte Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 6: Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation: Ensure that Kenai has excellent parks and recreational facilities and opportunities. Objectives 21. Create greenbelts around the community. Strategies Priority Provide greenbelts along right -of -way corridors. Determine if there are areas that would be appropriate to rezone for green /open space buffer zones, more green spaces, and more recreation zones. 22. Maintain existing recreational opportunities and plan for new parks and recreation improvements. Continue to support city - sponsored youth activities such as little league and disc golf;., Support projects that provide additional quality outdoor and indoor recreation. Consider educational program to install informative displays to explain the importance of preserving and protecting wetlands and other natural features. Implement Parks and Recreation plans. Investigate the need for property to be set aside for futre facilities Include trails and bicycle paths in funding requests in future transportations plans. Pursue funding to complete the unity trail bicycle pathway along Bridge Access Road. Obtain funding to develop a pedestrian /bicycle trails plan. Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Public Works Planning Parks & Recreation City City Administration Parks & Recreation City Administration City Parks & Recreation Public Works City State Recreation City Planning Parks & Recreation Planning Parks & Recreation Planning Parks & Recreation Administration City City City State City State Your City - Your Plan Page 21 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Immune Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters: Prepare and protect the citizens of Kenai from natural hazards and disasters. es, get • M nd inCeAlgrand educational prc;rrams that minimize the risk to the community from natural hazards and disasters, ,Y" Kenai's natural hazards identified in the Hazard Mitigation Plan include erosion, wildland fires, floods, volcanoes, earthquakes, and a low risk of a tsunami. Issues: • Bluff Erosion. • Conservation easements along the Kenai River. • Continued public educational programs. • Development in designated hazard areas. ,rkr Kenai River Bluff Your City - Your Plan Page 22 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imaeme Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 7: Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters: Prepare and protect the citizens of Kenai from natural hazards and disasters. Objectives 23. Implement the Hazard Mitigation Plan strategies. Strategies Priority Develop and demonstrate defensible space and landscaping techniques to encourage community and home construction contractor participation. Reduce fuels in hazard areas and emergency egress routes in cooperation with the Kenai Peninsula Spruce Bark Beetle Mitigation Office, State Division of Forestry and landowners. Raise public awareness of the possible magnitude of flood damage and debris based on historical events using on site visits and meetings during the permit process. Educate the public of the importance of securing of docks, vehicles, trash and utilities (LPG tanks, fuel tanks, etc.) to reduce loss and reduce influx of debris into waterways during _floods. Alert the public to the harmful effects of volcanic ash fallout to life and property. High High Medium Medium Medium Department Public Safety City Public Safety City KPB State Public Works Planning City KPB State Public Works Planning City KPB State Public Safety City KPB Your City - Your Plan Page 23 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Immune Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority Continue cooperative advisements to the public via Borough Office of Emergency Management (OEM), local media, and City of Kenai websites during periods of increased volcanic and seismic activity. Provide information regarding measures to prevent illness and damage to air intake of homes, vehicles and businesses. Prepare citizens and the built environment to better survive the hazards associated with earthquakes through the promotion of public education. Promote the:pra :ctice of sheltering in place, and encourage the preparation of citizens for self- sufficiency in a post earthquake scenario. Continue cooperative advisements to public via Borough OEM, local media, and local emergency responders to collectively evacuate the public. Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Public Safety City KPB Public Safety City Public Safety City KPB Public Safety City KPB Public Safety City KPB Your City - Your Plan Page 24 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imaame Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment of the community. enhanced for their viability and values in perpetuity. e eziVironnient to ens y are pa otecte and Kenai's scenic setting amid diverse natural resources is a pervasive part of local daily life and an important economic and recreational asset. The Kenai River is a world- famous sportfishing destination, especially known for its king salmon and river recreation opportunities. The Kenai River estuary, wetlands, and nearby uplands provide vital habitat for diverse fish and wildlife. Issues: • • 1i +4 Zoning and development in sensitive areas (Kenai River, flood. plains, wetlands, dunes, etc.). Identification of sensitive areas along the Itenai River. • Separation of public traits-from environmentally sensitive areas. • Mitigation strategies for the impact of the dip net fishery. Environmental Resources Your City - Your Plan Page 25 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions Imam Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table 8: Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment of the community. • •jectives 24. Maintain and improve protection of the Kenai River and wetland areas. Strategies Priority Increase education efforts to protect wetlands, riverbanks and areas important to salmon rearing through signage describing importance of habitat. Continue to work with the State of Alaska to mitigate damages caused y the dip net fishery. Encourage protection of critical wetlands by obtaining conservation easemment&. High High Continue efforts to protect the dunes. Increase signage along: the bluffs at the mouth of the Kenai River to educate people of the damage caused by clirnking the bluffs. Divert public trails away from sensitive salmon spawning streams. Medium Medium Medium Medium Department or Agency Public Works Parks & Recreation City Administration City /State Administration Planning Ci Administration Planning Administration Planning City City Public Works Parks & Recreation City Your City - Your Plan Page 26 June 27, 2012 Worksession Revisions