Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-09-10 Harbor Commission PacketKENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING SEPTEMBER 10, 2012 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY -- June 11, 2012 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5 -a. Discussion /Recommendation -- Comprehensive Plan ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS TEM 7: REPORTS 7 -a. Director 7 -b. City Council Liaison ITEM 8: NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION 9 -a. ITEM 9: ITEM 10: ITEM 11: ITEM 12: October 8, 2012 COMMISSIONER COMMENTS /QUESTIONS PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD INFORMATION ADJOURNMENT PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE MEETING: COREY -- 283 -8250 OR, SEAN -- 283 -8240 I+em 3, KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING JUNE 11, 2012 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. CHAIR PHIL MORIN, PRESIDING MEETING SUMMARY ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Chair Morin called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. Roll was confirmed as follows: Commissioners present: Commissioners absent: Staff/ Council Liaison present: A quorum was present. ITEM 2: Chair P. Morin, W. Nelson, R. Peters, T. Thompson V. Askin, B. Eldridge, B. Osborn Public Works Director S. Wedemeyer, Council Member M. Boyle AGENDA APPROVAL Chair Morin requested removing Courtney Stroh from Persons Scheduled to be heard. MOTION: Commissioner Peters MOVED to approve the amended agenda and Commissioner Nelson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3: MOTION: APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY -- May 7, 2012 Commissioner Peters MOVED to approve the meeting summary of May 7, 2012 and Commissioner Nelson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 4 -a. Courtney Stroh, ROC the Kenai Removed from Agenda at beginning of meeting. ITEM 5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5 -a. Discussion -- All Alaska Pipeline with a Terminus in Cook Inlet. General discussion occurred and no actions were taken. ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS -- None. TEM 7: REPORTS 7 -a. Director -- Public Works Director Wedemeyer reported on hiring a temporary dock worker, the new fee schedule, and budgeting for a dredging study. 7 -b. City Council Liaison -- Council Member Boyle noted enforcement of using proper fish waste containers would be serious. ITEM 8: 9 -a. MOTION: NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION July 9, 2012 Commissioner Thompson MOVED that due to possible lack of quorum, the commission requests the Clerk's office cancel the July 9 meeting. Commissioner Nelson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 9: COMMISSIONER COMMENTS /QUESTIONS Cleaning tables were discussed and the commission noted their appreciation for the Salmon Frenzy Folks. ITEM 10: PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None. ITEM 11: INFORMATION -- None. ITEM 12: ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Commissioner Peters MOVED to adjourn and Commissioner Thompson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:44 p.m. Meeting summary prepared and submitted by: Corene Hall, CMC, Deputy City Clerk HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING JUNE 11, 2012 PAGE 2 Imam Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Kenai 2011 2030 ensive Plan Revision the c# of KENAI, ALASKA Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Your City - Your Plan Page 1 August 22, 2012 - Revisio IlnaGnte Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Table of Contents Introduction - Framework for the Future Goal 1- Quality of Life: Promote and encourage quality of life in Kenai 3 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 forwarcWooking 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 opportunities20 Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters: Prepare and protect the citizens of Kenai from natural hazards and disasters. 22 Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment of the community25 Your City - Your Plan Page 2 August 22, 2012 - Revisions halms Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Introduction - Framework for the Future The following tables list the critical plan elements of haute 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 may not fall within the purview of Cityg@vernrnent, or may be a long -term objective (over ten years) so would not be acted on: during the strategic plan for this Comprehensive plan. The visions, goals, objectives and strategies were obtained from the public, business owners, Native organizations, civic organizations, Planning Commissioners and City staff.from April 2011 through April 2012. The priority columns are designated as follows: High priorities - these are objectives and strategies that the City of Kenai will focus on first. These objectives and strategies are.the 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 financial resources at this time. Low priorities - these.: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 August 22, 2012 - Revisions bnaGnte Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 1— Quality of Life: Promote and encourage quality of life in Kenai. Vision: Kenai is a healthy community that provides for the eniotional, physical, economic and spiritual well being of all of its citizens, promotes the health and well being for all age groups, provides opportunities for lifelong learning, 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 ofb.uildings; 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 age groups. • Housing - Affordable with a variety of housing options. • Senior services. • Programs that promote health & wellness. • ti Moose with twin calves 2011 Your City - Your Plan Page 4 August 22, 2012 - Revisions halm 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 City Continue to adequately fund the library.: High Administration Support, as appropriate, other opportunities for educational ,, programs. . +:': +.. High High Administration City Provide continued support for educational programs provided by the Police and Fire Departments.1 Administration City 2. Ensure that Kenai is a community where people and property are safe. ',,i >: +.. . `:`: : +'. Continue to fund police and fire at levels adequate to provide for pubic safety. High High Public Safety City Continue to educate the public of the importance of minimizing. bear attractants to achieve a "bear safe" community. Administration Public Safety City Iddentify areas of the com:nnoity that require l.ightingg a :nd sidewalks for pedestrian safety. 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 organizations to develop signs and maps to add indigenous place names in Kenai. Medium Administration Planning Parks & Recreation Native Organizations City 1 DARE, Domestic Violence Education, Bicycle Rodeos, Career Day, Internet Safety, Fire Prevention, CPR, and Community Emergency Response Training. Your City - Your Plan Page 5 August 22, 2012 - Revisions 1 haute Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies 4. Encourage healthy lifestyles by providing outdoor activities. Collaborate with the local Alaska Native organizations to identify culturally sensitive issues and areas within the City. Develop additional pedestrian and bicycle pathways. Create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly. community by keeping walkways and bikeways clear of obstructions and maintained year round. 5. Promote beautification programs in Kenai. Review landscaping.requirements for commercial developments and determine if they should be revised. Consider establishing landscaping requirements in all zoning districts. Consider increasing landscaping in city maintained rights of way. Consider establishing a City- sponsored grant beautification program. 7. Actively provide senior services. Support development of additional senior housing. Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Administration Planning City Native Organizations Planning Parks & Recreation Public Works City State Federal Highway Admin. Public Works Parks & Recreation City Planning Parks & Recreation City Planning Parks & Recreation Parks & Recreation Planning Parks & Recreation Planning Administration Senior Services City City City City Your City - Your Plan Page 6 August 22, 2012 - Revisions hnaeme Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority Department Promote services available at the Senior Center. Medium Senior Services City Support senior and health agencies and the private sector in their efforts to provide an assisted living facility for the community. Medium Senior Services City 8. Consider nominating the Townsite Historic District (TSH) to the National Register Historic District Review the 1995 TSH survey and recommendations from the purvey. Medium Planning City Update the TSH to add new information regarding structures in the survey. Medium Planning City Research criteria to determine if the TSH could be included in the National Register Historic District. Medium Planning City Your City - Your Plan Page 7 August 22, 2012 - Revisions ImaGnte Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 2 — Economic Development: Provide economic development to support the fiscal health of the community. Vision: Kenai is a healthy community that provides for the emotional, physical, economic and spiritual well being of all of its citizens, promotes the health and well being for all age groups, provides opportunities for lifelong learning, 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 partnerships, effidient: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 1,NAI V1SI- t -(JRS S. C'C'. L1 (I1( AL CENTER Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center Your City - Your Plan Page 8 August 22, 2012 - Revisions linen 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 workforce statistics to match: most suitable type of industry' particular areas.a:n.d 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 relief as a development incentive. Medium Medium Medium Medium Administration City Human Resources ;Administration City Administration City Administration Finance City Your City - Your Plan Page 9 August 22, 2012 - Revisions ln[aGmte Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Objectives Strategies Priority 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 ind:i >stry 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 touri$m industry by marketing: tourist- oriented businesses. Review development options allowed in the Old Town area and determine if they need to be teviSed. Consider incentives for redevelopment of Old Town. Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Administration City Administration KCCVC* City KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC Administration KCCVC City KCCVC Administration Planning City Planning Finance City Your City - Your Plan Page 10 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Imaeme 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 -based industries. Work with State to manage and promote commercial and sport fisheries. Market Kenai as a center for educational- based:instit€tions. 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 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Immune 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. Vision: Kenai implements a forward - looking approach to community growth and development by establishment of several different zoning districts that reflect the needs of each district; 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. Issues • • Make Kenai a "place to pause" for residents and visitors by creating more attractive• public areas. Research methods to protect property values and 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 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Intaanme 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 zoning as needed to meet land use objectives. Consider zoning amendments for properties adjacent to highway corridors. Review landscaping ordinance to ensure buffers are required to protect neighborhoods. 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 Largd Use Table to ensure uses provided for in zones are compatible with the intent of the zone. Encourage creative subdivision design for residential areas. Amend subdivision code to consolidate access via frontage roads or by shared driveways onto main streets /highways. High High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Planning City Planning City Planning City Planning City Planning City Planning Public Safety City Planning Planning Planning Planning City City City City Your City - Your Plan Page 13 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Intaame Kenai 2030 Objectives Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Strategies Priority Amend subdivision code to add a requirement to reserve open space and parklands in new subdivisions. Amend landscaping code to require retenti:o :n. of natural vegetation in during develop;rnent. 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 allowed in residential neighborhoods. Develop standards or guidelines for oil and gas developments. f., +ry Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department Planning City Planning Parks & Recreation Planning Planning Planning City City City City City Your City - Your Plan Page 14 August 22, 2012 - Revisions IntaGnte Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 4 - Public Improvements and Services: Provide adequate public improvements and services in Kenai. • Vision: Kenai encourages public717=graeMn snaking; has well - planned public and institutional facilities 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 'i -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 August 22, 2012 - Revisions lmaante 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 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 and bicyclists 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 and pedestrians. Inventory existing roads and utilities and identify and prioritize upgrades. Research feasibility of extending water /sewer. to Beaver Loop Road and Valhalla Sub€livi.sion. Maintain and improve when necessary street lights, City roads and buildings. Develop a long -term plan identifying and listing road upgrades. Review snow removal policy for City streets to determine if alternate methods should be considered. Priority High Department Administration City State Federal High Public Works City State High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Public Works Public Works Planning Public Works Public Works Public Works Public Works City State City City City City City Public Works City Your City - Your Plan Page 16 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Imaenle Renal 2030 Objectives 15. Provide a wide variety of opportunities for the public to participate in local land use decisions Strategies Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Continue to use social media as well as other methods to reach a broad range of citizens. Priority High 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. PI^omote the Library as .a community center. Promote recyel n:g at City facilities and in the community. Develop and implement a coordinated plan for IT services. Focus on short and long -term data storage and operations. Expand Library programming for all age groups. Provide video conferencing at the Library for community use. High Medium High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Department City Administration Information Technology Information Technology City Administration Information Technology City Public Works Administration City Administration Library City Public Works City Administration Information Technology City Administration Information Technology City Library City Library City Your City - Your Plan Page 17 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Imam 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. ton: ` enar constructed, an other areas in the al Airport is a gateway to the Kenai Peninsula and West Cook Inlet; the roads are designed, twined for year- round use; and the harbor functions as a vital facility for water connection to te. 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 commer.:a1 fish processing docks. Moorage is by buoys anchored in the Kenai River. Issues: • Support development of: • Alternative transportation opportunities such as a ferry, trhTn, ride share, and bus systems. • Pedestrian pathways - sidewalks, bike paths, and trails. ➢ Completion of the 4 -lane highway betwe:er. Kenai and Soldotna. ➢ Completion of the Unity Bike Path. ➢ Pedestrian/green space with new road construction. Your City - Your Plan Road Work in Kenai Page 18 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Medium Medium Medium lmaeme Kenai 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 be the commercial air transportation gateway to the Kenai Peninsula Borough and Cook Inlet." 19. Monitor progress of Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP). 20. Establish maintenance and upgrade program for City's transportation system. Strategies Priority Rezone airport lands within the Airport Reserve to zoning consistent with the Airport Layout Plan. Rezone airport lands outside the Airport Reserve to meet the mandate of the 1963 airport deed. Promote development of airport lands. Actively market leases oaf the airport industrial park. Research the cost and. benefit:ef establishing a tax'fre.e zone at the airport. Determine highest and best use of airport land that is not needed for airport uses. Collaborate with the State to widen the Kenai Spur Highway to four lanes and to provide turb lanes. Pursue local road projects through annual budget requests from the STIP. Inventory City rights -of -way, sidewalks, and trails. Prioritize maintenance /upgrades for streets, sidewalks, and trails based on criteria established in City's maintenance program. High High High High Medium Medium High Department Planning Airport Planning Airport Administration Airport Administration Airport Administration Airport Finance Airport Plannin: Administration City City City City City City City State Administration City Public Works City Public Works City Your City - Your Plan Page 19 August 22, 2012 - Revisions lmaGule 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 all citizens through barks and recreational facilities, programs, and community services, 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 180 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 facilityfor 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, • Lack of public camping facilities. Leif Hansen Memorial Park Leif Hansen Memorial Park Your City - Your Plan Page 20 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Intaeme 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 Department Public Works City Provide greenbelts along right -of -way corridors. i Medium Determine if there are areas that would be ; Medium Planning appropriate to rezone for green /open space Parks & Recreation buffer zones, more green spaces, and more recreation zones. City 22. Maintain existing recreational opportunities and plan for new parks and recreation improvements. .:F:i:in Develop a master plan for Parks and Repreation. High Parks & Recreation City Implement the Parks and Recreation trails plan. High Recreation City Continue to su pp ort ci ty-sponsored youth Medium Administration activities such as little leagueand disc golf. Parks & Recreation City Support projects that provide additional quality Medium Administration outdoor and indoor recreation. City Consider educational programs to install Medium Parks & Recreation informative displays to explain the importance of Public Works preserving and protecting wetlands and other natural features. City State Investigate the need for property to be set aside Medium Planning for future facilities. Parks & Recreation City Include trails and bicycle paths in funding Medium Planning requests ill future transportations plans. Parks & Recreation City Pursue funding to complete the unity trail bicycle Medium Planning pathway along Bridge Access Road. Parks & Recreation City State Obtain funding to develop a pedestrian /bicycle trails plan. Medium Administration City State Your City - Your Plan Page 21 August 22, 2012 - Revisions lmaunte Kcal 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. ena h -as coordinated and proactive public policies, emergency plans and, procedures, and educational programs that minimize the risk to the community from natural hazards and disasters. 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. Kenai River Bluff Your City - Your Plan Page 22 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Imams 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. High Department Public Safety Reduce fuels in hazard areas and emergency egress routes in cooperation with the Kenai PentSpruce Bark Beetle Mitigation Office,A 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 die- importance of securing of docks, vehicles, trash and utilities (LP 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 Medium Medium Medium '&hTfc Safety City 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 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Imagine Kenai 2030 Objectives Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation 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; ti¢ 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 .practice 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 - :_P'tbl.ic Safety rr City Public Safety City KPB Public Safety City KPB Public Safety City KPB Your City - Your Plan Page 24 August 22, 2012 - Revisions lmaerne Kenai 2030 Draft Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment of the community. Kenai practices mindful stewardship of the natural resources and the environment to ensure they are protected and enhanced for their viability and values in perpetuity. 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: • Zoning and development in sensitive areas (Kenai River, flood: plains, wetlands, dunes, etc.). • Identification of sensitive areas along the Kenai River. • Separation of public trails from environmentally sensitive areas. • Mitigation strategies for the impact of the dip net fishery. 1Yf:+ Your City - Your Plan Environmental Resources Page 25 August 22, 2012 - Revisions Imamate 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. 24. Maintain and improve protection of the Kenai River and wetland areas. rategies 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 by the dip net fishery. Encourage protection of critical wetlands by obtaining conservation eas Merits: . 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 climbing the bluffs. Divert public trails away from sensitive salmon spawning streams. High High Medium Medium Medium Medium Department or Agency 711 Public Works Parks & Recreation City Administration City /State Administration Planning City Administration Planning Administration Planning City City Public Works Parks & Recreation City Your City - Your Plan Page 26 August 22, 2012 - Revisions