HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-02-13 Planning & Zoning PacketCITY OF KENAI
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
February 13, 2013 - 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
a.
Pledge of Allegiance
b.
Roll Call
c.
Agenda Approval
d.
Consent Agenda
e.
*Excused Absences
➢ Commissioner Shiflea
*All items listed with an asterisk ( *) are considered to be routine and non - controversial by
the Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Commission Member so requests, in which case the item will be
removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as
part of the General Orders.
2. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. *January 23, 2013
3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT: (10 Minutes)
4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS:
a. PZ13 -08 —Preliminary Plat —Thompson Park 2013 Replat (A replat of Thompson Park
One Stop Replat, Plat 2000 -19). Plat submitted by Segesser Surveys, 30485 Rosland
Street, Soldotna, Alaska.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. PZ13 -06 — An application for a Variance Permit for a variance from KMC
14.25.045(4)(1) — paving for the property known as Tract 1, Baron Park 2012 Addition
(550 Daubenspeck Circle). Application submitted by Rick Koch, City Manager for City
of Kenai, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska.
b. PZ13 -07 — A resolution of the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission recommending
approval and adoption of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Kenai to the Kenai City
Council.
c. Revocation hearing revoking Conditional Use Permit PZ06 -26 — Steve & Rick Voth dba
Captain Bligh's Beaver Creek Lodge (Lodging & Guide Service) — 1045 Angler Drive
(Lot 5, Angler Acres SD #3).
d. Revocation hearing revoking Conditional Use Permit PZ97 -13 — Abby Ala dba Ridgeway
Farms (Greenhouse, Retail flowers /vegetable sales) — 5220 Strawberry Road (Tract B,
Nicole Estates).
e. Revocation hearing revolting Conditional Use Permit PZ10 -43 — K. Theresa Hoogland
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February 13, 2013
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dba Elevated Investments LLC — (Short term rentals) — 412 N. Forest Drive (Govt. Lot
15).
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
7. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Capital Improvement Projects Priority Lists — Harbor & Parks & Recreation Commission
& Beautification Committee — Discussion.
b. PZ13 -09 —A resolution of the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission recommending
Kenai City Council amend Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.24.020 General
Requirements - Development Requirements Table by altering setback requirements for
residential uses, and merging KMC 14.24.030 into KMC 14.24.020 and deleting KMC
14.24.030. Discussion/Set Public Hearing.
8. PENDING ITEMS:
9. REPORTS:
a. City Council
b. Borough Planning
c. Administration
10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: (3 Minutes)
11. INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Annual Reports — Extraction of Natural Resources
b. Kenai's Capital Request— 2013 Legislative Session
12. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION: February 27, 2013
13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS:
14. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
JANUARY 23, 2013
7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
VICE CHAIR HENRY KNACKSTEDT, PRESIDING
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Knackstedt called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m.
a. Oath of Office
• Commissioner Smith
• Commissioner Shiflea
Oaths were given prior to the meeting to expedite the process.
b. Pledge of Allegiance
Vice Chair Knackstedt led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
c. Roll Call
Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners present:
Commissioners absent:
Staff /Council Liaison present:
A quorum was present.
d. Agenda Approval
as
Vice Chair H. Knackstedt, J. Arness, C. Smith,
K. Peterson, B. Shiflea
J. Twait (excused), P. Bryson (excused)
City Planner M. Kebschull, Assistant N. Carver, Deputy
City Clerk C. Hall, Council Member T. Navarre
It was requested to switch 7 -a and 7 -b.
MOTION:
Commissioner Peterson MOVED to approve the agenda as amended and Commissioner
Arness SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
e. Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED to approve the consent agenda and Commissioner Peterson
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
f. *Excused Absences
• Chairman Twait
• Commissioner Bryson
Approved by consent agenda.
*All items listed with an asterisk ( *) are considered to be routine and non - controversial by
the Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion
of these items unless a Commission Member so requests, in which case the item will be
removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda
as part of the General Orders.
2. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. *January 9, 2013
b. January 9, 2013 - Work Session Meeting Summary (Information Only)
Approved by consent agenda.
3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT — None.
4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS — None.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Discussion /Recommendation -- Ordinance No. 2656 -2012 - Amending KMC 3.10.070
to provide a limited amount of chicken hens in the City.
Planner Kebschull reviewed the memos in the packet from herself and City Manager Koch.
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED that conditional use permits be made available to people wanting
chickens. Commissioner Peterson SECONDED the motion.
It was the general consensus of the commission to maintain the current status of the issue.
With concurrence from Commissioner Peterson, Commissioner Smith withdrew his motion.
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED to recommend KMC 3.10.070 remain as codified. Commissioner
Arness SECONDED the motion.
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Knackstedt opened the meeting to public hearing. There being none, the public hearing was
closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Peterson, Arness, Smith, Shiflea
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion -- Review of Commission Structure, Duties, Procedures, and
Responsibilities.
City Manager Koch, City Clerk Modigh, and City Attorney Bloom reviewed the questions
included in the packet with the Commission and general discussion occurred.
Suggested changes included:
• Remove CIP duties in code. Commission can continue to review CIP from other
commissions /committees as developed.
• Move the meeting start time from 7:00 to 6:00 p.m.
• Continue annual training through the Alaska Municipal League.
• Add regularly scheduled local training.
BREAK: 8:24 P.M.
BACK TO ORDER: 8:32 P.M.
b. Action /Approval -- Petition to Vacate Public Right -of- Way /Access Easements for
properties known as Government Lots 33 and 34 and the North 150' of Government Lot
34 (Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcels 04702199, 04702010, and 04702011) located at
11823 Kenai Spur Highway and 225 South Spruce Street. Petition submitted by Carl
Lewis of Five Star Realty on behalf of Strauss Capital Real Estate LLC and the
Archdiocese of Anchorage.
Kebschull reviewed the staff report included in the packet, recommending approval contingent
upon legal access being provided for Kenai Peninsula Parcel 04702011, the North 150 feet of
Government Lot 34.
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED to approve the Petition to Vacate Public Right -of- Way /Access
Easements for properties known as Government Lots 33 and 34 and the North 150' of
Government Lot 34 (Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcels 04702199, 04702010, and 04702011)
located at 11823 Kenai Spur Highway and 225 South Spruce Street. Petition submitted by Carl
Lewis of Five Star Realty on behalf of Strauss Capital Real Estate LLC and the Archdiocese of
Anchorage contingent upon legal access being provided for Kenai Peninsula Parcel 04702011,
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the North 150 feet of Government Lot 34. Commissioner Peterson SECONDED the motion.
Knackstedt opened the meeting to public comment.
John Williams, Kenai — Mr. Williams gave a history of the lot and easement issues.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Peterson, Arness, Smith, Shiflea
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
c. Discussion /Set Public Hearing —"Imagine Kenai 2030— City of Kenai Comprehensive
Plan."
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED to remove appendix C illustration and the reference to it on page
62. Commissioner Peterson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED to amend the Comprehensive Plan by inserting "or updated"
before "as a general guide" on page 78. Commissioner Shiflea SECONDED the motion. There
were no objections. SO ORDERED.
MOTION:
Commissioner Smith MOVED to set a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan for February
13, 2013 and Commissioner Peterson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
8. PENDING ITEMS — None.
9. REPORTS
a. City Council — Council Member Navarre reviewed the January 2 Council meeting noting
an ordinance had been introduced that required appeals of Board of Adjustment
decisions be sent to Kenai Superior Court and welcomed Commissioner Shiflea.
b. Borough Planning — No report.
c. Administration — Kebschull reported she would bring forward ordinances that amended
Title 14 of the Kenai Municipal Code. Carver reported the City won its case in a code
enforcement appeal.
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10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED — None.
11. INFORMATION ITEMS — None.
12. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION — February 13, 2013
Commissioner Shiflea requested an excused absence from the February 13 meeting.
13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS — None.
14. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at
approximately 9:39 p.m.
Minutes prepared and submitted by:
Corene Hall, CIVIC, Deputy City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Date: January 30, 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Segesser Surveys
30485 Rosland Street
Soldoma, AK 99669
Res: PZ13 -08
Requested Action: Preliminary Subdivision Plat — Thompson Park 2013 Replat
Legal Description: A replat of Thompson Park One Stop Replat, Plat 2000 -19
Street Address: 300 Thompson Place, 5455 Kenai Spur Highway, and 4094 Lupine
Drive
KPB Parcel No.:
04907025, 04907026, and 04907027
Existing Zoning:
Limited Commercial
Current Land Use:
Vacant and Commercial
Land Use Plan:
Neighborhood Commercial
ANALYSIS
This plat combines three lots into one large parcel. The resulting parcel contains
approximately 40,096 square feet and exceeds the minimum lot size for the Limited
Commercial zone. The parent plat, Thompson Park One Stop Replat, contained three
parcels Lot 8A, Lot 7A, and Lot 6A. A one -story building is located on Lot 7A. The
Thompson Park One Stop Replat was configured to accommodate the building on Lot 7A
and the existing side lot lines are the outside building wall so there are no side setbacks.
This configuration created building and zoning code issues. This replat will eliminate
those problems.
This property is located off the Kenai Spur Highway and also abuts Lupine Drive and
Thompson Place. There is developed access off the Kenai Spur Highway and Lupine
Drive.
The plat shows an encroachment into a utility easement. The parent plat identified the
structure as a "lean-to" and Plat Note 6 stated, "The building code requirement for the
existing structure on Lot 7A will be met during the development of Lot 6A. The storage
lean-to attached to the existing structure on Lot 7A will be removed at the time the
waterline is extended through Lot 7A to Lot 6A." With this plat, the water line extension
will not require a main line extension and a service line could be use to extend the
service. The lean-to is considered non - conforming. There is no concern with the non-
PZ13 -08 - Comments Page 2
conforming structure and any future development on the lot would require a review and
at that time it would be determined if the lean-to needed to be removed.
Water and sewer mains were extended to the building on the existing Lot 7A by the
property owner in 1999 and were approved by the Department of Environmental
Conservation in 2002. The 20 foot utility easement identified on the rear of the lot
accommodates the water and sewer mains. As part of that project, the onsite well and
septic system were abandoned. Future development on the property that may require an
extension of water and sewer would need to be reviewed by the Public Works Director.
It is possible that service lines could be extended from the existing main lines.
Building Official:
This property came to the attention of the City when a large freezer was placed on the
property adjacent to the main structure. The freezer has been connected to the building
and access to the freezer is through a door from the main building. Placing this freezer
required a building permit. Under the existing lot configuration, a building permit cannot
be issued. When the plat is finalized, a building permit can be issued for the freezer and
any modifications to the main building which were done to accommodate the freezer.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Thompson Park 2013 replat removes lot lines to reconfigure three lots into one large
parcel. The resulting parcel meets the minimum lot size for the Limited Commercial
zone. The property is served by City water and sewer and is located along developed
rights -of -way. An installation agreement is not needed. Recommend approval as
submitted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution No. PZ13 -08
2. Preliminary Plat
3. Thompson Park One Stop Replat
CITY OF KENAI
—' PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ13 -08
ehe ty SUBDIVISION PLAT
KENAI, SKA
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI RECOMMENDING THAT THE ATTACHED SUBDIVISION PLAT BE APPROVED
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
WHEREAS, the attached plat THOMPSON PARK 2013 REPLAT was referred to the City of
Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission on January 25, 2013, and received from lesser
Surveys.
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
1. Plat area is zoned Limited Commercial and therefore subject to said zone conditions.
2. Water and sewer: Serve subdivision.
3. Plat does not subdivide property within a public improvement district subject to special
assessments. There is not a delinquency amount owed to the City of Kenai for the referenced
property.
4. Installation agreement or construction of improvements is not required.
5. Status of surrounding land is shown.
6. Utility easements, if required, shall be shown.
7. Plat shall verify that no encroachments exist. If an encroachment exists; plat does not create
nor increase the encroachment.
8. Street names designated on the plat are correct.
9. CONTINGENCIES:
a.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI RECOMMENDS THE KENAI PENINSULA
BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVE THOMPSON PARK 2013 REPLAY
SUBJECT TO ANY NEGATIVE FINDINGS AS STATED ABOVE.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
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STAFF REPORT
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Date: January 28, 2013 Res: PZ13 -06
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Rick Koch, City Manager 283 -7535
For: City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue
Kenai, AK 99611
Requested Action:
Legal Description:
Street Address:
KPB Parcel No.:
Existing Zoning:
Current Land Use
Land Use Plan:
ANALYSIS
Variance — KMC 14.25.045(4)(1) - Paving
Tract 1, Baron Park 2012 Addition
550 Daubenspeck Circle
04501032
IL — Light Industrial
Vacant
Central Commercial
General Information:
The City of Kenai is seeking a variance from KMC 14.25.045(d)(1) which requires paving for
commercial development for new construction or improvements valued over $100,000 or more
and which add square footage to the structure. This requirement affects developments in an area
located between Evergreen Drive and McCollum Drive /Tinker Lane. The code provides an
exception for properties located in the Heavy Industrial zone. This property meets the criteria
requiring paving of the parking lot.
KMC 14.20.180 details the intent and application process for Variance Permits. The Code also
outlines the review criteria that should be used by the Planning and Zoning Commission to
determine if a variance should be granted. The Commission shall establish a finding that all of
the following conditions exist as a prerequisite to issuance of a variance permit:
1. Special conditions or circumstances are present which are peculiar to the land or
structures involved which are not applicable to other lands or structures in the
same zoning district.
➢ The City of Kenai is in the planning stage to build a new shop building.
This government facility will store City equipment used to maintain the
City's infrastructure including streets, water, and sewer. (Airport
equipment is stored at the airport.) The facility will house the automotive
repair shop for repair and maintenance of the City's equipment. Even
though the development meets the definition for "commercial
PZ13 -06 Comments
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development" under KMC 14.25.020, the development is a government
facility. The site will be gated and not accessible to the public.
The intent of the City's site plan ordinance is to provide for orderly and
safe development. Waiving the paving requirement will not result in an
unsafe development. The City will meet the requirement under KMC
14.20.250(b)(4)(A) Design Standards. The parking lot will be developed
with a durable, well - drained, and dust free surface.
2. The special conditions or circumstances have not been caused by actions of the
applicant and such conditions and circumstances do not merely constitute a
pecuniary hardship or inconvenience.
➢ There are no special conditions or circumstances which have been caused
by the City. There is no pecuniary hardship. The City believes the
development meets the intent of the City's code and will provide a
durable, well- drained surface. Public funds should not be used to pave
the parking lot since equipment stored at the site is likely to damage the
pavement in the shop yard.
3. The granting of the variance shall not authorize a use that is not a permitted
principal use in the zoning district in which the property is located.
➢ The shop is a permitted use in the Light Industrial zone.
4. The granting of a variance shall be the minimum variance that will provide for the
reasonable use of the land and /or structure.
➢ The intent of KMC 14.25.010 is, "to provide for orderly and safe
development of the City commensurate with protecting the health, safety
and welfare of its citizens.... " The City believes granting the variance
from the paving requirement is a minimum variance and provides for
reasonable use of the land/structure. The City will ensure the parking lot
meets the criteria required in KMC 14.20.250(A), "all parking lots shall
be provided with a durable, well- drained, and dust free surface... "
5. The granting of a variance shall not be based upon other non - conforming land
uses or structures within the same land use or zoning district.
➢ The variance is not based on any other non - conforming land uses or
structures within the same land use or zoning district.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Administration has reviewed the requested application wherein the City is seeking a variance
from the paving requirements in KMC 14.25.045(d)(1) and believes the application and proposed
development meet the requirements of KMC 14.20.180 and recommend approval with no
contingencies.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution No. PZ13 -06
2. Application
3. Drawings
OVA
"Village with a Past, C# with a Future"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / Fax: 907 - 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMM.
RESOLUTION NO. PZ13 -06
VARIANCE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI GRANTING A
VARIANCE AUTHORIZED BY 14.20.180 OF THE KENAI ZONING CODE:
NAME: Rick Koch, City Manager, City of Kenai
LOCATED: 550 Daubensneck Circle —Tract 1, Baron Park 2012 Addition
(Street Address/Legal Description)
WHEREAS, The Commission finds that Section 14.20.180 provides that a variance from the strict provisions of the
zoning code may be granted by the Commission if all conditions specified in 14.20.180 are met, and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission finds:
I. That an application meeting the requirements of Section 14.20.180 (b) has been submitted and received on:
2. This request is located on land zoned: Light Industrial
3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel No: 04501032
4. That the applicant seeks a variance from the specified requirement of the Zoning code: KMC 14.25.045(d)(1) —
Paving
5.
a. Special conditions or circumstances are present which are peculiar to the land or structures
involved which are not applicable to other lands or structures in the same land use or zoning
district.
b. The special conditions or circumstances have not been caused by actions of the applicant and such
conditions and circumstances do not merely constitute pecuniary hardship or inconvenience.
c. The granting of the variance does not authorize a use that is not permitted principal use in the
zoning district in which the property is located.
d. The granting of the variance is the minimum variance that will provide for the reasonable use of
the land and /or structure.
e. The granting of the variance is not based upon other non- conforming land uses or structures within
the sale land use or zoning district.
6. That a duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.153 was conducted by the Commission on:
February 13., 2013.
7. Applicant must comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI THAT THE CONDITIONS SPECIFIED IN 14.20.180 HAVE BEEN SHOWN TO EXIST AND THEREFORE
GRANTS THE VARIANCE.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
"'Villaye with a Past, C# with a Future
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794 kvfm
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / Fax: 907 - 283 -3014 II
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APPLICATION FOR AN
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KMC 14.20.180
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OWNER
Name: City of Kenai
PETITIONER REPRESENTATWE (iFArrv)
Name: Rick Koch, Ci Manager
Mailing Address: 210 Fidal o Avenue
Mailing Address: Same
Kenai, AK 99611
Phone Number: 907 - 283 -7535
Phone Number: Same
Fax Number: 907- 283 -3014
Fax Number: same
Email:
Email: rkoch ci.kenai.ak.us
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Property Tax ID #: 04501032
Site Street Address: 550 Daubens eck Circle
Current Legal Description: Tract 1, Baron Park 2012 Addition
Variance Requested For: (Describe the project, and use additional sheets if necessary)
Variance from KMC 14.25.045 (d) (1), "Paving is required for "commercial development" including a
multifamily development requiring a building permit valued at one hundred thousand dollars
($100,000.00) or more for new construction, or any improvements which adds square footage valued
at one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) or more, and the property is located between Evergreen
Drive and McCollum Drive/Tinker Lane as shown in the map marked Appendix I to this chapter."
The City is in the design stage for a new City Shop. The shop will be located at a site off Marathon
Road near the Beacon Fire Training Facility. The shop will be located on a 9+ acre site. The site will
be accessed off Daubenspeck Circle (yet to be developed). The site will be gated and secured with
fencing. All of the City's street and maintenance equipment will be stored at the site with the
exception of airport equipment. Airport equipment will be serviced at the site. This type of
equipment is likely to damage pavement. The shop yard will be constructed to meet the requirements
of KMC 14.20.250.
Granting the variance meets with the intent of the City's code, "to provide for orderly and safe
development."
Zoning: IL — Light Industrial Acreage: 9.370
Required Attachments: Completed Application Form
Site Plan/Floor Plan with Square Footage
Plans must show location /elevation of all existing and proposed buildings or alterations
$125 Fee (plus applicable sales tax)
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AUTHORITY TO APPLY FOR A VARIANCE:
I hereby certify that (I am) (I have been authorized to act for) owner of the property described above and that I
petition for a variance permit in conformance with Title 14 of the Kenai Municipal Code. I understand that
payment of the application fee is nonrefundable and is to cover the costs associated with processing this application,
and that it does not assure approval of the variance. I also understand that assigned hearing dates are tentative and
may have to be postponed by Planning Department staff of the Planning and Zoning Commission for adminictrafivo
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VARIANCE PERMIT C 14.20.180
Section 14.20.180 of the Kenai Municipal code outlines regulations for a variance permit. A variance
permit is the relaxation of the development requirements of this chapter to provide relief when the
literal enforcement would deprive a property owner of the reasonable use of his real property.
YOU MUST SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A VARIANCE PERMIT AS OUTLINED IN
KMC 14.20.180 BELOW.
VARIANCE STANDARD C 14.20.180
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall establish a finding that all the conditions (c)(1) through
(c)(5) of this section have been found to exist as a prerequisite to issuance of a variance per The
burden of proof rests with you. Feel free to use additional paper if needed.
1. Special conditions or circumstances are present which are peculiar to the land or structures
involved which are not applicable to other land or structures in the same land use or zoning
This is a government facility. The site is not open to the public. All of the City's street and maintenance
equipment will be stored at the site with the exception of airport equipment. Airport equipment will be
serviced at the site. This type of equipment is likely to damage pavement. The shop yard will be
constructed to meet the requirements of KMC 14.20.250.
2.The special conditions or circumstances have not been caused by actions of the applicant and
such conditions and circumstances do not merely constitute pecuniary hardship or
There are no special conditions or circumstances which have been caused by the City. The City is
charged with providing maintenance to all City facilities and rights -of -way. The site will not be open to
the public. There is no pecuniary hardship or inconvenience.
3.The granting of the variance shall not authorize a use that is not a permitted principal use in
the zoning district in which the property is located;
The shop is a permitted use in the Light Industrial zone.
4. The granting of a variance shall be the minimum variance that will provide for the
reasonable use of the land and /or structures
The intent of KMC 14.25.010 is, "to provide for orderly and safe development of the City commensurate
with protecting the health, safety and welfare of its citizens...." The City believes granting the variance
from the paving requirement is a minimum variance and provides reasonable use of the land /structure.
KMC 14.20.250 requires paving for commercial developments. The City will ensure the parking lot
meets the criteria required in KMC 14.20.250 (A), "All parking lots shall be provided with a durable,
well- drained, and dust -free surface...."
5.The granting of a variance shall not be based upon other nonconforming land uses or
structures within the same land use or zoning district;
The variance is not based on other nonconforming land uses or structures.
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LAND USE
Describe current use of property covered by this application:
Vacant.
Surrounding property: (Describe how land adjacent to the property is currently being used)
North:
Vacant and the Buccaneer Energy site.
South:
Beacon Fire Training Facility.
East:
Vacant.
West:
Previously the UAA site.
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KENAI, ALASKA
A RESOLUTION OF THE KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR
THE CITY OF KENAI TO THE KENAI CITY COUNCIL.
WHEREAS, The Kenai Peninsula Borough as a second class borough shall provide for
planning on an area wide basis in accordance with AS 29.40; and,
WHEREAS, The City of Kenai, as a home rule city inside a second class borough, has
updated their Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, The Plan was created with extensive public outreach and participation
including community meetings, agency outreach, meetings with business leaders and
groups, meetings with the Native community, a public survey, newsletters, and a
"Facebook" page; and,
WHEREAS, The Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission held over twenty (20) public
meetings during the period between April of 2011 and January of 2013; and,
WHEREAS, Planning Staff and the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission have received
numerous comments and input regarding the updating of the Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission considered comments and made
changes to the draft Plan based on those comments; and,
WHEREAS, on February 13, 2013 the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed
the final draft of the Kenai Comprehensive Plan and recommends to the Kenai City
Council approval of the Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommends that the Kenai City Council recommend to the Kenai Peninsula Borough,
that:
Section 1 - The Final Draft of the Kenai Comprehensive Plan prepared by Glenn
Gray and Associates, Bechtol Planning and Development, and Alaska Map
Company is hereby approved and adopted as the Comprehensive Plan of the City
of Kenai.
Section 2 - This Plan is hereby recommended to the Kenai Peninsula Borough for
adoption as the official Borough Comprehensive Plan within the City of Kenai
planning area of the Borough.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON:
ATTEST:
IMAGINE ICEI
i City of Kenai
I Comprehensive Plan
2030
City of Kenai Comprehensive Flan
City Council Review Draft
January 2013
Prepared for; City of Kenai Prepared by: Glenn Gray and Associates
210 Fidalgo Avenue P.O. Box 33646
Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794 Juneau, Alaska 99803
Phone: (907) 283 -8235 (907) 789 -7822
Bechtel Planning & Development
P.O. Box 3426
Homer, Alaska 99603
(907) 399 -1624
Alaska Map Company
P.O. Box 2292
Kenai, Alaska 99611
(907) 283 -4627
Dear Citizens of Kenai:
On behalf of the Kenai
City Council, I am pleased to
present to you Imagine Kenai
2030, the 2012 update to the
City of Kenai Comprehensive
Plan. This plan will guide Kenai
in future years as we strive to
improve the quality of life,
enhance the economic health of
the community, and continue to
provide critical public services.
During recent years, Kenai has seen many changes,
including new retail outlets, improvements to water and
sewer facilities, and an increase in resource development.
The Comprehensive Plan provides a guide for future
decisions that will help Kenai take advantage of future
economic opportunities while maintaining the high
standard of life that we enjoy.
I would like to thank everyone who contributed in
the two -year effort to update the Comprehensive Plan. Your
input helped make the plan a relevant document that
addresses current and future needs of our community.
Public participation opportunities for the plan
revision included two community-wide public meetings, 14
meetings with individual agencies and community
organizations, meetings with the board and commissions,
over 24 Planning Commission meetings and work sessions,
and a community survey about services provided by the
City. The interest and involvement of our citizens in
planning our future truly makes Kenai a rewarding place to
live.
The plan is organized into six chapters. The first four
chapters provide background information about
comprehensive planning and the community. Chapter 5
provides the land use plan, and Chapter 6 outlines the
goals, objectives and strategies of the plan. The strategies
are included in a table format so that the implementation of
the plan can be tracked in the future.
We look forward to working with agencies,
organizations and Kenai citizens as we strive to make the
Comprehensive Plan a living document that responds to
change and takes advantage of new opportunities.
Pat Porter
Mayor of Kenai
1 w4a� Keay 2030
City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan
Table of Contents
Chapter1: Introduction ...................................................................................................................................
............................... 1
1.1 Purpose of Comprehensive Planning .................................................................................................
............................... 2
1.2 Goals of the Plan ..................................................................................................................................
............................... 3
1.3 How to Use this Plan ............................................................................................................................
............................... 4
Chapter2: City of Kenai ...................................................................................................................................
............................... 5
2.1 Powers of the City .............................................................................................................................
............................... 5
2.2 Planning and Zoning Commission .....................................................................................................
............................... 6
2.3 Context for Planning ..........................................................................................................................
............................... 7
Chapter3: Native Community .........................................................................................................................
.............................10
Chapter 4: Background Information ................................................................................................................
.............................13
4.1 Settlement History ..........................................................................................................................
............................... 13
4.2 Setting ...............................................................................................................................................
............................... 15
4.2.1 Climate and Environment ..........................................................................................................
.............................15
4.2.2 Natural Hazards ....................................................................................................................
............................... 15
4.3 Population. Education and Housing ....................................................................................................
.............................17
4.3.1 Population ................................................................................................................................
............................... 18
4.3.2 Education ..................................................................................................................................
.............................19
4.3.3 Housing .....................................................................................................................................
.............................20
4.4 Economy ...............................................................................................................................................
............................... 20
4.4.1 Employment and Income ........................................................................................................
............................... 21
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4.4.2 Business Indicators ...............................
4.4.3 Oil and Gas Industry ................... .
............
4.4.4 Commercial Fisheries and Seafood Processing ......................
.... ...............................
4.4.5 Visitor Industry...
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4.5
Public Facilities and Services City of Kenai Finances
....................................
4.5.1 Water and Sewer Systems
...............................
.......... "••••.••......••..28
4.5.2 Public Safety ......................
.....................................................................
4.5.3 Transportation .............................
............................... 31
4.5.4 Parks and Recreation ......................
......................
.
4.5.5 Senior Citizen Facilities and Services ................
4.5.6 Kenai Community Library
............................
4.5.7 Other Services
4.6
......................... ...............................
City of Kenai Finances ......................................
44
...............................
4.6.1 Expenditures .................................................................
........................................... ............................... 45
4.6.2 Revenues ................... ...............................
...............................
4.7
Forecast of Economy, Population and Housing Demand ..............
Chapter 5: Land Use Plan ........................ .............................................................
5.1
Land Use Maps and Classifications .......................................................
...............................
5.2
Zoning Status ......................................................................
......... I..............
5.3
Existing Land Use and Ownership Patterns ...................
...............................
..............................
5.3.1 Land Ownership
...............................
................................. ...............................
.3.2 Suitability for Development ................................................
60
5.3.3 Business District ...................
............................... 60
5.3.4 Kenai Townsite Historic District .. ...............................
........................................................... ............................... 62
5.3.5 Residential Neighborhoods ..................................................................................................
5.3.6 Commercial Land Use ..........................
............................... 65
5.3,7 Industrial Land Use
...........................
5.3.8 Open Space and Habitats ........................................................................................................
..............
............................... 67
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Chapter 6: Goals, Objectives, Strategies, and Plan Implementation ........................................................ ............................... 70
6.1 Introduction - Framework for the Future ..................................................................................... ............................... 70
6.2 Goal 1- Quality of Life .................................................................................................................... ............................... 71
6.3 Goal 2 - Economic Development .................................................................................................... ............................... 75
6.4 Goal 3 - Land Use .........................................................................................-................................. ............................... 79
6.5 Goal - Public Improvements and Services ................................................................................. ............................... 82
6.6 Goal 5 - Transportation .................................................................................................................. ............................... 85
6.7 Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation ........................................................................................................ ............................... 87
6.8 Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters ......................................................................................... ............................... 89
6.9 Goal 8 - Environmental Resources ................................................................................................. ............................... 92
References.................................................................................................................................................... ............................... 94
Appendix A: Public Outreach and Participation
Appendix B: Economic Indicators
Appendix C: Summary of Community Surveys
Figures
Figure 1: Past and Future Projected Erosion Rates .................................................................................. ............................... 16
Figure 2: Population, City of Kenai 1900 -2010 ......................................................................................... ............................... 18
Figure 3: City of Kenai Distribution of Employment 2009 ........................................................................ ............................... 23
Figure 4: Kenai Spur Highway Average Daily Traffic 2000 and 2010 ..................................................... ............................... 32
Figure 5: Enplanements Kenai Municipal Airport 2000 - 2011 .............................................................. ............................... 38
Figure 6: Estimated Population City of Kenai, 2010 -2035 ....................................................................... ............................... 47
Figure 7: Conceptual Design of Dena'ina Wellness Center ....................................................................... ............................... 65
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Maps
Map 1: Location Map ..................... ...............................
Map 2: City of Kenai Water System 2012 ................... ...............................
Map 3: City of Kenai Sewer System 2012 .........................
Map 4: City of Kenai Maintained Roads 2012 ............ ...............................
Map 5: Kenai Municipal Airport Existing Land Use Ma
Map 6: Kenai Municipal Airport Noise Exposure Map .............................
Map 7: Future Land Use Plan .....................................
Map 8: Existing Zoning 2012 ...... ...............................
... ...............................
Map 9: Satellite Imagery ......... ...............................
...... ...............................
Map 10: Wetlands and Floodplains 2012 ...............
.... ...............................
Map 11: Existing Land Use 2012 ..................... .
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....................... ................. I................ 37
............................ ............................... 52
............................. ............................... 54
.......... . ..................... I ...... I.................... 56
.............................. ............................... 57
................................................. ...........I...................
Map 12: Land Ownership 2012 .....................
Map 13: Business District ...............................
Map14: Millennium Square .................. ............................ .......... ... ......... . ........ . ...... .................. ................. . .......... . .... .... ..... " "..... 63
Map 15: Townsite Historic District ..............
Tables
Table 1: Previous Comprehensive Plans 7
................. ...............................
Table 2: Documents Related to the Comprehensive Plan ...................................................... ...............................
Table 3: Population Change by Age Group, City of Kenai, 1990 - 2010 ..................................................... ............................... 18
Table 4: Additional 2010 Demographic Information: Comparison of City of Kenai and the U.S ........................
Table 5: City of Kenai Educational Statistics 2000 and 2010 .................. ...............................
Table 6: 2010 Housing Statistics .....................
Table 7: City of Kenai Employment Statistics: 2000 and 2009 .. ...............................
Table 8: City of Kenai Occupation by Type: 2000 and 2009 ..................................................................... ............................... 22
Table 9: City of Kenai Occupation by Industry: 2009 .............
Table 10: Salmon and Halibut Harvests in Kenai ....................................................................................... ............................... 27
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Table 11: City of Kenai Parks and Open Space ............................................................................................ ............................... 40
Table 12: Estimated Population and Future Housing Needs, City of Kenai, 2010 - 2035 ..................... ............................... 47
Table 13: Current and Future Demand for Commercial, Industrial, Residential, and Mixed Use Land .............................. 48
Table 14: Land Use Plan Classifications and Zoning Districts ................................................................. ............................... 51
Table15: Existing Zoning Districts ............................................................................................................ ............................... 55
Table16 Land Ownership ........................................................................................................................... ............................... 60
Table17: Goal l - Quality of Life ................................................................................................................. ............................... 72
Table18: Goal 2 - Economic Development ................................................................................................... ............................... 76
Table19: Goal 3 - Land Use ........................................................................................................................... ............................... 80
Table 20: Goal 4 - Public Improvements and Services ............................................................................... ............................... 83
Table21: Goal 5 - Transportation ................................................................................................................ ............................... 86
Table 22: Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation ..................................................................................................... ............................... 88
Table 23: Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters .................................................................................... ............................... 90
Table 24: Goal 8 - Environmental Resources ............................................................................................ ............................... 93
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Acknowledgements
Kenai City Council
Pat Porter, Mayor
Robert Molloy
Brian Gabriel
Mike Boyle
Student Representatives:
Ryan Marquis, Vice Mayor
Tim Navarre
Terry Bookey
Joe Moore*
Austin Daly Hannah Coffman*
Planning and Zoning Commission
Jeff Twait, Chair Henry Knackstedt; Vice Chair
Kenneth Peterson Clifford Smith
Jake Arness
Phil Bryson
Karen Koester*
Tim Navarre*
Consultants
Glenn Gray & Associates
Alaska Map Company
Citizens of Kenai
Brendyn Shiflea
James Rowell*
Kurt Rogers*
Scott Romain*
Bechtol Planning & Development
The contribution of Kenai citizens who provided input to this plan
at public meetings, by completing surveys and submitting
comments is gratefully acknowledged. Special thanks to Dr. Alan
Boraas for his additions to the settlement history and to Joe Moore
for his review of the fisheries section.
*Former council members, commission members and staff
City Administration
Rick Koch, City Manager
Christine Cunningham, Assistant to the City Manager
Marilyn Kebschull, Planning Administrator
Nancy Carver, Planning and Zoning Assistant
Sandra Modigh, City Clerk
Corene Hall, Deputy City Clerk
Scott Bloom, City Attorney
Krista Stearns, former City Attorney*
Sean Wedemeyer, Capital Projects, Public Works Director
Terry Eubank, Finance Director
Gus Sandahl, Chief, Police Department
Mike Tilly, Chief, Fire Department
Mary Bondurant, Airport Manager
Mary Jo Joiner, Kenai Community Library
Rachel Craig, Kenai Senior Center
Bob Frates, Parks and Recreation Director
Kevin Lyon, Manager Capital Projects, Public Works Director*
Copies Available from:
City of Kenai Planning Administration, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai,
AK 99611 -7794 Phone: (907) 283-8235
Online: htto: / /www ci kenai ak us
Photo credits: Nancy Carver, Glenn Gray and Eileen Bechtol
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Imagine Kenai 2030, the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan
(revised 2011 -2013) updates the City's 2003 plan. The
Comprehensive Plan guides development in the community and
provides important information about the population,
environment, economy, transportation, and land use.
The City of Kenai' is located within the Kenai Peninsula Borough
on the west side of the Kenai Peninsula (Map 1). The City shares
planning functions with the Borough. While the Borough retains
authority for ultimate planning powers, it has delegated authority
to the City to adopt land use plans and to enact and enforce zoning
and land use regulations. Zoning involves designation of different
types of land use districts that govern how land can be used. The
Comprehensive Plan must be adopted by both the City of Kenai
and the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The Kenai Peninsula Borough
retained platting authority and record keeping, which includes
approval of plats that indicate the location, boundaries and
ownership of individual properties.
1 Throughout the plan, the City of Kenai is referred to as Kenai or the City.
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The remainder of this introduction explains the purpose of
comprehensive planning followed by a description of how the
Comprehensive Plan is organized.
1.1 Purpose of Comprehensive Planning
The Comprehensive Plan provides a general guide for land use
decisions in the City of Kenai. Extensive public participation
helped shape the plan to reflect the vision and direction of the
community's residents (see Appendix A). The Comprehensive
Plan provides a vision for the future, and it provides the legal
basis for zoning, land use regulations, permitting, and all land
use decisions made by the City.
The introductory and background sections of the plan provide
information relevant for managing land uses in the
Kenai's Community Identity
community. This information describes the current situation
regarding population, economic and land use trends.
Zoning and land use regulations that implement the
Comprehensive Plan apply to most government and private
land within the City. Uses within Native allotments, however,
are not subject to zoning and land use regulations. State of
Alaska statutes require state agencies to "comply with local
planning and zoning ordinances and other regulations in the
same manner and to the same extent as other landowners"
unless the governor gives a specific waiver (AS 35.30.020 -
.030). Regarding federal lands, local planning and zoning
ordinances may apply unless specifically preempted. Chapter
2 provides more details about the Planning and Zoning
Commission and the context for planning.
The City of Kenai's name and City logo signify a unique and distinctive community with
Dena'ina and Russian roots, world -class recreational fishing, offshore energy resources,
and spectacular mountain vistas Kenai earned status as an All - America City in 1992
and 2011.
Kenai's motto - 'Village with a past - City with a future" - affirms the community's
appreciation for its colorful history and its ambitionsfor tomorrow.
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1.2 Goals of the Plan
This section presents the 8 general goals of the plan that
implement the community s vision of how it will look in the
future. Chapter 6 includes more information for each goal,
including a vision and the related 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, and strategies describe
specific steps that will be taken to reach an objective.
Goal 1- Quality of Life: Promote and encourage
quality of life elements in Kenai.
Goal 2 - Economic Development: Provide economic
development elements to support the fiscal health of
the community.
Goal 3 - Land Use: Use land use strategies to
implement a forward- looking approach to community
growth and development.
Goal - Public Improvements and Services: Provide
adequate public improvements and services in Kenai.
Goal 5 - Transportation: Provide transportation
systems that are efficient and adequate to serve the
regional needs of the community.
Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation: Ensure that Kenai
has excellent parks and recreational facilities and
opportunities.
Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters: Prepare and
protect the citizens of Kenai from natural hazards and
disasters.
Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and
enhance the natural resources and environment of the
community.
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1.3 How to Use this Plan
This plan provides a guide for implementation of the City of
Kenai's planning and zoning responsibilities and its role in
improving the quality of life for its citizens. Flexibility in
implementation of the plan is necessary to take advantage of
new opportunities and unforeseen circumstances.
While this plan contains a wealth of information, it is not
necessary to read the plan from front to back. Instead, readers
may wish to focus on those sections of the plan that meet their
interest. Chapters 1 - 5 provide introductory material and a
context for the goals, objectives and strategies, which are
included in Chapter 6 along with a discussion of how the plan
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will be implemented. The references at the end of the plan
identify studies, reports and other sources of information, and
the appendices provide useful additional information. The
chapters of the plan and appendices are organized as follows:
• Chapter 1: Introduction;
• Chapter 2: City of Kenai;
• Chapter 3: Native Community;
• Chapter 4: Background Information;
• Chapter 5: Land Use Plan;
• Chapter 6: Goals, Objectives and Plan Implementation;
• Appendix A: Public Outreach and Participation;
• Appendix B: Economic Indicators; and
• Appendix C: Summary of Community Surveys.
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Kenai is located at the mouth of the Kenai River on the west
side of the Kenai Peninsula. Kenai incorporated as a home rule
city in 1960, and it became part of the Kenai Peninsula
Borough when the Borough incorporated in 1964. The City of
Kenai adopted the council- manager form of government in
1963 and has been operating under this form since that time.
The Council sets the overall policy for the City. The City
Manager provides day -to -day management. The Council,
which consists of the Mayor and six council members, is
elected at large and on a non - partisan basis. A Kenai Central
High School student serves in an advisory capacity and casts
an advisory vote.
City of Kenai Mission Statement:
To serve the citizens of Kenai through listening and
leading; to promote growth and continually improve
services by balancing the wishes of the community with
responsible management.
In addition to the City Manager's office, other departments
include Finance, Legal, Clerk, Public Works, Airport, Police,
Fire, Animal Control, Parks and Recreation, Library, Senior
Services, and Planning.
The remainder of this section provides information on City
powers, the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the context
for planning. Section 4.5 provides detailed information about
City facilities and services.
2.1 Powers of the City
As a home -rule city, Kenai may exercise all legislative powers
not prohibited by law or charter as provided by Title 29 of the
Alaska Statutes. Except as otherwise provided in the City's
Charter, all powers of the City, including determination of all
matters of policy, are vested in the City Council. The City of
Kenai provides a variety of services to its residents, including
road construction and maintenance, port and harbor facilities,
police and fire protection, emergency medical services, water
and sewer utilities, airport, parks and recreation, library,
senior services, and animal control.
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As a second -class borough under Title 29 of the Alaska
statutes, the Kenai Peninsula Borough shall provide for
planning, platting, and land use regulation. The statute
provides that the Borough may delegate any of its powers and
duties to a city. In June 1984,2 the Kenai Peninsula Borough
delegated zoning powers to the City of Kenai and in May
1990,3 the Borough delegated authority to the City to enact
land use plan amendments to the comprehensive plan. With
this delegation, the City of Kenai assumed the authority to
enact and enforce zoning and land use regulations and to
adopt a comprehensive plan. The Borough must also adopt the
comprehensive plan. The Borough retains ultimate planning,
land use regulation, and platting authority (i.e., the approval of
land subdivisions) after review and recommendation by the
City's Planning and Zoning Commission.
2.2 Planning and Zoning Commission
Title 14 of the Kenai Municipal Code assigns several key
Planning functions to the 7- member Planning and Zoning
Commission. The most important duties of the Planning and
Zoning Commission are to:
• Approve /disapprove various permit applications;
• Interpret the Kenai Zoning Code;
• Review the City's Comprehensive Plan annually, and
'Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance 84 -40.
'Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance 90 -31.
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Propose plans for rehabilitation or redevelopment of
areas within the City.
The Commission advises the City Council on:
• Amendments to the Zoning Code and Map;
• Petitions for lease or sale of City and airport land; and
• Capital improvements.
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The Commission advises the Kenai Peninsula Borough
Planning Commission on:
• Proposed subdivision plats;
• Petitions for right -of -way and easement
vacations; and
• City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan
amendments.
City staff supports the Planning and Zoning ,
Commission by providing services in the areas of
planning, zoning, historic preservation, code
enforcement, and geographic information services
(GIS). Staff also acts as liaison to the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
2.3 Context for Planning
The City of Kenai has a solid foundation for planning
its future development. The first Comprehensive Plan,
developed in 1962, has been updated or revised six
times including the 2011 -2012 revision (Table 1).
Each plan revision reflects the circumstances and
development priorities at the time of revision.
The current plan builds upon previous planning
efforts completed by the City of Kenai, the Kenai
Peninsula Borough and other entities referenced in
Table 2. A full citation for the plans can be found in
the references at the end of the plan.
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hens tans
Year
Main Features of the Plan
1962
Kenai's first plan was prepared shortly after the City incorporated in 1960
with 778 residents. At that time, most development was clustered around
Old Kenai. The oil and gas industry was in its infancy and optimism
abounded. The City was growing rapidly, with its population forecasted to
reach 13,350 persons by 1980. The plan stressed land development and
basic infrastructure and proposed Kenai s first planning ordinances.
1965
New opportunities from the transfer of the airport to City ownership in
1963 prompted this update of the 1962 plan. The plan proposed
development of a major new public office and commercial district on
surplus airport property in central Kenai and creation of a historic district
for Old Kenai. The plan also proposed a Kenai River bridge, a new regional
jetport south of the river, and a Northwest Coastal Highway to a Turnagain
Arm Crossing. This plan assumed a scaled -down forecast of 5,275 residents
by 1980.
1980
Kenai saw several boom -bust cycles during the 1960s and 1970s. This plan
was prepared after the Trans - Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) construction
boom and after several offshore oil and gas lease sales in Cook Inlet. It
forecast 6,140 residents by 1990, plus another 4,530 persons if there were
significant new oil and gas discoveries. In response to Kenai s sprawling
growth, the plan emphasized central business district development and the
emergence of distinctive residential neighborhoods. Reflecting the spirit of
its time, this plan presupposed an activist City government and stressed
environmental considerations.
1992
After the mid -1980s recession, Kenai geared down its growth and
(revised
development expectations. This plan assumed a year 2000 population of
1996)
8,150 persons. Reviving the local economy was a major planning goal.
Ambitious development projects gave way to incremental improvements to
City infrastructure, better planning administration and management of the
Ci 's land base.
2003
The 2003 plan responded to a changing economy characterized by a period
of slow growth, a diminishing role of commercial fisheries and a declining
oil and gas industry. The plan included provisions to revitalize the City
center and develop the Millennium Square property. The plan included an
estimated growth rate of 25% by 2025.
7 City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan
In charting its future course, the City of Kenai benefits from
a number of social, economic and geographic
characteristics.
• The City lies within a rich natural setting above the
Kenai River overlooking Cook Inlet, with views of
Redoubt and Iliamna volcanoes and the distant
Chigmit Mountains.
• Physical development patterns are logical, given
physical constraints such as undevelopable wetlands.
• A variety of land types is available for future growth.
• The local economy is diversified, there is a well -
qualified work force, and wages are competitive.
• The City government is in excellent financial
condition.
• Residents enjoy a choice of residential
neighborhoods and lifestyles.
• Basic public facilities and services are in good
condition and provided at levels acceptable to most
residents.
• A variety of world -class outdoor recreation
opportunities are available to residents and visitors,
including the Kenai River, Cook Inlet, State lands, and
Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.
As the City of Kenai has matured, its challenges have
changed. In the 1960s, 1970s, and early 1980s, Kenai
struggled to keep pace with headlong growth as it became
the Kenai Peninsula's most populous city. The development
Planning Document
Year
Entity
Draft Parks and Recreation Study
2011
Citv of Kenai
Draft City of Kenai Trails Plan
2011
City of Kenai, Casey
Planning & Design
City of Kenai Annex to the Kenai
2010
City of Kenai
Peninsula. Borough Local All Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive
2010
Kenai Peninsula
Economic Development Strategy
Economic Development
District
Kenai Peninsula Borough Coastal
2008
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Management Plan*
Kenai Municipal Airport Supplemental
2007
City of Kenai
Planning Assessment
Kenai Economic Development Strategy
2006
City of Kenai with
Americor sVISTA
Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive
2005
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Plan
Kenai Wastewater Facility Master Plan
2004
CitZ of Kenai
Kenai Comprehensive Plan
2003
City of Kenai with Kevin
Waring Associates
Kenai Peninsula Borough Transportation
2003
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Plan
association with Kittelson
& Associates
Kenai Area Plan
2001
Alaska Department of
Natural Resources
Kenai Peninsula Borou h Trail Plan
1998
Kenai Peninsula Borou h
Kenai River Comprehensive Management
1998
Alaska Department of
Plan
Natural Resources
Kenai Munici al Air ort Master Plan **
1997
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���....„a ' is no longer enforceable because
the Alaska Coastal Management Plan terminated on July 1, 2011.
* *An update of the Airport Master Plan began in 2012.
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priority then was to develop new subdivisions and basic
infrastructure for new residents.
Today, more moderate growth of the population and economy
provides an opportunity for the City to continue improving the
quality of life for its citizens and a positive experience for its
visitors. Following a national trend, the community's
demographics have resulted in a decrease in students and an
increase in the numbers of senior citizens. An increase in
education attainment and reasonable wages make Kenai a
desirable location for new businesses.
Notes:
In recent years, the community has continued its role as a
center for commerce with the addition of several large retail
stores. While the local economy was affected by the closure of
the Agrium fertilizer plant in 2008 and Lowes in 2011, the City
is well - positioned to take advantage of new opportunities that
arise from the significant increases in the estimated reserves
for oil and gas in the region. As well, the City's location and
services provide opportunities for growth as a center for the
visitor industry.
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Life 3: Na4-,v&
Alaska Natives have lived on the Kenai Peninsula long before
written history. Today, Alaskan Native people continue to
practice their rich cultural traditions and provide considerable
economic and social benefits to the region. The federally -
recognized Kenaitze and Salamatof tribes are governed by
separate Tribal Councils, and both Tribes maintain offices in
the City of Kenai. In addition to the Tribes, the Kenai Natives
Association and the Salamatof Native Corporation, organized
under the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA),
operate in the City.
Both the Salamatof and Kenaitze people are Dena'ina, a branch
of Athabascan Indians that occupy Southcentral, Alaska. Unlike
other Athabascans, the Dena'ina traditionally lived close to
marine waters, and their name for Cook Inlet is Tikahtnu ( "Big
Water River") or Nuti ( "Saltwater "). The traditional language,
also called Dena'ina, is one of eleven Athabascan languages in
Alaska. Today the Kenaitze Tribe is undertaking efforts to
revitalize the Dena'ina language.
Kenaitze Indian Tribe. The Kenaitze Indian Tribe is
recognized by the
federal government
under the Indian
Reorganization Act
(IRA) of 1934 (as
amended for Alaska in
1936).4 Many of the
Tribe's 1,236 members
«^ 1�4Kenaitze
\' >e Indian Tribe
live on the Kenai Peninsula. An elected Executive Council
governs the Tribe in accordance with the Tribe's constitution,
bylaws, ordinances, and resolutions. As the tenth largest
employer in the region, with over 100 employees, the Tribe
generates a significant part of the local economy. It manages
environmental, health, social, cultural, and educational
programs. It manages the Dena'ina Health Clinic, the Dena ina
4 The Kenaitze Indian Tribe is on the list of federally - recognized tribes
which means it is recognized as having a government -to- government
relationship with the United States and that it is eligible to receive funding
and services from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (Bureau of Indian Affairs
2010 and 2012).
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KEN AITZE.INO IAN. TRIBE
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Dental Clinic and
the Nakenu Family
Center in Kenai.
During 2012, the
Tribe began
construction of a
health and wellness
center in Old Town
that will
consolidate health
programs at one
site. In addition to health, educational and cultural programs,
the Kenaitze Tribe operates a subsistence fishing net and
distributes salmon among tribal members.
The Kenaitze Indian Tribe operates a Tribal Court under its
sovereign authority and under the oversight of the elected
Tribal Council. The Court consists of a panel of judges
appointed by the Tribal Council, and the Court selects a Chief
Judge. The Tribal Court Code outlines the structure and
procedures of the Court.
During meetings on the Comprehensive Plan revision,
representatives from the Kenaitze Indian Tribe expressed an
interest in developing maps and signage to reflect traditional
place names. The Kenaitze Indian Tribe is investigating ways
to fund this initiative.
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Salamatof Tribe: The Salamatof Tribal Council maintains an
office in Kenai. The Council represents the federally -
recognized Salamatof Tribe. The unincorporated village of
Salamatof is located just north of the City of Kenai.
Native Corporations: The Alaska Native Claims Settlement
Act (ANCSA) of 1971 established regional and local Native
Corporations which received entitlement to 44 million acres
of land and $963 million. The Cook Inlet Regional Corporation
(CIRI) is one of the 12 land -based regional Native
corporations established byANCSA.s CIRI has over 7,300
shareholders and has business operations and investments in
energy and resource development, oilfield and construction
services, environmental and remediation services, real estate,
tourism, telecommunications, and private equity and venture
capital investments. The Corporation manages land granted
under ANCSA, and it retains subsurface rights for lands
granted to local corporations in the region.
5 A 13" corporation exists for Alaska Native people living outside of Alaska
when ANCSA was passed.
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The Kenai Natives Association (KNA), designated as an urban
Native corporation under ANCSA, had 560 members in
February 2012. KNA received entitlement to 23,000 acres of
land which included 4,000 acres of land at the former
Wildwood Air Force Base and land within the Kenai National
Wildlife Refuge. About 400 acres of land were sold to the
State of Alaska in 1992 for the Wildwood Correctional Center.
In the late 1990s, KNA received 5 acres in Old Town Kenai
which was the site of the original headquarters for the Kenai
National Moose Range.6 Also in the late 1990s, the Exxon
Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council purchased land along the
Kenai River for protection, and the boundaries of the Kenai
Wildlife Refuge were moved to exclude KNA lands.
Amendments to the refuge boundaries allowed KNA land to
be developed. Today, KNA sells sand and gravel and manages
Notes:
6 The Kenai National Moose Range eventually became the Kenai National
Wildlife Refuge.
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its real estate.
The Salamatof Native Corporation is the village corporation
for the Salamatof people established under ANCSA. The
majority of shareholders of the corporation reside on the
Kenai Peninsula including in the unincorporated village of
Salamatof. The corporation received money under ANCSA but
no land. Today, its business ventures consist of real estate and
land development.
Native Allotments: The Alaska Native Allotment Act of 1906
provided Alaska Natives with the ability to obtain title of land
up to 160 acres. There are a few Native allotments in the City
of Kenai, and uses within these allotments are generally not
subject to the City's land use regulations and zoning.
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The information in this chapter provides background for the
land use plan (Chapter 5) and the goals, objectives and
strategies (Chapter 6). The chapter begins with a summary of
the community's history and setting. It continues with
information about socioeconomic conditions and City facilities
and services. The chapter concludes with a forecast of future
population and demands for housing and services.
4.1 Settlement History
Kenai's motto, "Village with a past, City with a future;' reflects
the link between the community's long and rich history and its
opportunities for sustainable growth and development.
Kenai's past has shaped its present. Its settlement history
provides a strong cultural foundation and the physical pattern
of growth that remains today.
The Dena'ina people lived in the region long before the first
Russian explorers arrived in Alaska in 1741. While they do not
measure their history in years, the Dena'ina consider they
have lived in the area since time immemorial, a period that is
beyond the reach of memory or record.
Buildings at Historic Townsite from the Early Community
Building Era
When the first Russians arrived, there was a thriving Dena'ina
Athabascan Indian Village on the high bluff overlooking Cook
Inlet near the mouth of the Kenai River. At that time, about
1,500 Dena'ina lived in the Kenai River drainage with several
hundred in the village of Shk'ituk't on the bluff above the
Kenai River mouth.
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The local Dena'ina people originally called themselves
Kahtnuht'ana - "People of the Kenai River" (Kahtnu). The
Russians, however, called them Kenaitze from the Dena'ina
stem "ken," which refers to flat land meaning the wave cut
terrace Kenai is built on, and the Russian "-itze," which means
"people o£" So, Kenaitze means "people of the flat land." The
Dena'ina called the Russians "Tandna" which means
"underwater people" from the image of their ships coming up
Cook Inlet which, viewed from afar, looked like the ship was
emerging from underwater.
The Russians built Fort (Redoubt) St. Nicholas at Kenai in
1791, the fifth Russian post in
Alaska. The fort was an outpost
for trading fish and furs. The log
wall and blockhouses were built
by the Russians as part of
Redoubt St. Nicholas. By the
time British explorer Captain
George Vancouver visited in
1794, about 40 Russians
occupied the outpost. The
Russian Orthodox religion took
root, and Kenai's oldest
Russian tOrth Orthodox ChugrchMa� buildings are Orthodox - related:
A log rectory (1886), the Holy
Assumption of the Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church
(1895), and the nearby log chapel (1906).
The United States established Fort Kenay in 1869 two years
after the Alaska purchase. Most of the Russian buildings were
in disrepair by the time the American Army took over, and the
post was abandoned in 1871.
Commercial salmon canneries became a significant economic
factor in the late 1800s. The first cannery at Kenai, the
Northern Packing Company, was established in 1888. From
then on at least one and often two or three canneries operated
at the Kenai River mouth.
As the community evolved, residents constructed new
infrastructure and adapted to a changing economy. A post
office was established in 1899. During the 1920s, commercial
fishing and fish processing became important local industries.
Opportunities for homesteading in the 1940s led to further
development. The first road connecting Anchorage and Kenai,
opened in 1951, provided access that helped expand the
community. The Wildwood Army Base, built north of Kenai in
1953, was later converted to an Air Force base. During the
Cold War, it served as a communications and Russian
surveillance base.
With Alaska's first major oil strike in 1957 at the nearby
Swanson River, a new economy took root. The City of Kenai
incorporated in 1960, and offshore oil was discovered in Cook
Inlet in 1965. Today's economy reflects the importance of the
fishing, oil and gas, tourism, and service industries.
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4.2 Setting
Kenai is centrally located on the western Kenai Peninsula in
Southcentral Alaska, about 65 air miles (160 miles by road)
southwest of Anchorage and 1,350 miles northwest of Seattle.
Kenai is as far west as Hawaii and about the same latitude as
Oslo, Norway or Stockholm, Sweden.
The original community has expanded with commercial
development along the Kenai Spur Highway and residential
neighborhoods throughout the developable areas of the City.
The City's center is located about 11 miles west of Soldotna
and the Sterling Highway, Kenai's overland link to Anchorage
and Homer. Most persons and goods travel to and from Kenai
over these two state - maintained highways. The Kenai
Municipal Airport, the Kenai Peninsula's only major airport,
provides regional passenger and air cargo service with
connecting service through Anchorage to other cities in Alaska
and beyond.
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
sport fishing destination that is 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. A number of rivers in the City
support anadromous fish (Alaska Department of Fish and
Game 2012).7 Cook Inlet also supports important recreational
and commercial fisheries, abundant marine life, and important
oil and gas resources. The nearby Kenai National Wildlife
Refuge offers year -round recreational opportunities.
4.2.1 Climate and Environment
Kenai's northern climate is tempered by Cook Inlet to the west
and the Kenai Mountain Range to the south and east. Summer
temperatures typically range from 46 to 65 degrees
Fahrenheit, and winter temperatures from 4 to 22 degrees
Fahrenheit. Average annual precipitation is 20 inches.
A drying trend has accelerated
since the 1970's resulting in some
drying of wetlands and muskegs
and the disappearance of kettle
ponds and lower lake levels (U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service 2012a
and 2012b). In addition, trees are
now growing at higher altitudes.
4.2.2 Natural Hazards
Natural hazards may affect the
Kenai's high -
riskhazards
include:
Floods,
wildfire,
earthquakes,
weather, and
erosion.
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City of Kenai to various degrees. In 2010, the City of Kenai
completed an Annex to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Local All
Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan was approved by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency in 2011.8 This
document, adopted by the Borough, describes risks of hazards,
facilities vulnerable to a disaster and a mitigation strategy to
reduce potential losses. Hazards with high risks include
flooding, wildfire, earthquake, weather, and erosion. Hazards
with medium risks include volcanoes, and hazards with low
risks include tsunamis. The plan includes a vulnerability
assessment for City facilities and infrastructure.
Flooding: With about 2,840 acres of the Kenai River basin
considered as a floodplain, low lying areas within the City are
susceptible to flood and erosion hazards. Most of the
floodplains are publicly owned, and few structures have been
built there. A 1995 flood resulted in significant debris flowing
in the river, including docks, sheds, propane tanks, and
damaged boats. This flood resulted in an emergency response
coordinated by City personnel.
Erosion: Eroding bluffs along the Kenai River and Cook Inlet
pose the greatest erosion risk to the community (City of Kenai
2010). Bluff erosion above the Kenai River threatens housing
9 The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires local governments to adopt
a hazard mitigation plans as a condition for receiving federal disaster
mitigation funds including elevation, acquisition, and relocation of hazard
threatened structures.
and facilities such as the Kenai Senior Center. An average
erosion rate of 3 feet per year has been estimated after
comparing aerial photographs over a 50 -year period (Figure
1).
Erosion damage can be costly; relocation of the sewer line and
roadwork along Mission Avenue in 2000 cost over $300,000.
Erosion has also resulted in the abandonment of roads and
sewer mains. The 2008 Kenai Peninsula Borough Coastal
Management Plan included designations for erosion -prone
areas in the City of Kenai along the river (Kenai Peninsula
Borough 2008a).
The City of Kenai has made significant progress towards
addressing the bluff erosion along the Kenai River. As of
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November 2011, the City secured the full local funding share
(35% of the total project costs) of the estimated $40 million
project 9 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is undertaking a
final feasibility study, an environmental impact statement, and
a Section 7 consultation with the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
Natural bank erosion along the Kenai River is aggravated by
boat wakes. A 1997 study found that areas of the river without
boat traffic resulted in about 75% less erosion than in areas of
the river with high boat traffic (Dorava and Moore 1997). The
Kenai Peninsula Borough Don E. Gilman River Center (River
Center) houses multiple agencies that regulate activities and
development in and along the Kenai River. Working together,
these agencies have made great strides towards addressing
erosion. Publications by the River Center provide guidance
for addressing riverine erosion (Czarnezki and Yaeger 2007)
and coastal erosion (Smith and Williams 2010).
Coastal Storms: Storms caused by low pressure systems
cause damage to the coastline. Even when there are no stormy
conditions, storm surges undercut the river banks in the City
of Kenai (City of Kenai 2008).
9 This estimate includes the added costs associated with the 2011 federal
designation of the area as critical habitat for Cook Inlet beluga whale (50
CFR § 226.220). This designation includes the marine waters in Northern
Cook Inlet as well as the waters of the Kenai River below the Warren Ames
Bridge.
Fire: Wildland fires pose a risk to the community, especially
as a result of an increase in dead spruce trees resulting from
the spruce bark beetle infestation (City of Kenai 2010, Parson
et al. 2009). This risk was greatly reduced by the City of
Kenai s initiative to develop a mitigation plan to remove dead
and dying trees from approximately 800 acres.
Volcanoes: Volcanoes on the west side of Cook Inlet present
risks to the City of Kenai through deposition of ash. In
addition, eruptions can cause delays in air service.
Earthquakes: Southcentral Alaska is a high seismic risk zone.
Though Kenai was relatively undamaged in the 1964
earthquake, the potential for seismic events is high. Alaska
accounts for 11% of the world's earthquakes, and since 1990
three of the ten largest earthquakes have occurred in the state
(City of Kenai 2008). Kenai is, however, relatively well
protected from earthquake - generated tsunami danger due to
the high bluffs, and the relatively shallow depth of upper Cook
Inlet results in a low tsunami risk.
4.3 Population, Education and Housing
The purpose of this section is to provide background about
trends that will be useful when implementing the
Comprehensive Plan. After information about population, this
section continues with statistics about education and housing.
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4.3.1 Population
For the first half of the 1900s, the community of Kenai's
Population hovered around 300 people. After discovery of the
Swanson River oil field in 1957, Kenai grew eight -fold from
778 people in 1960 to 6,327 in 1990 becoming the Kenai
Peninsula's most populous city (Figure 2).
Figure 2: Population, City of Kenai 1900 -2010
8000
7000 69427100
6327
6000
i
5000
4324
4000 3533
3000
2000
1000 778
290 250 332 286 303 321 -,
0
190019101920193019401950196019701980199020002010
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Since the 1990s, the population has increased at a much
slower rate. During the statewide economic slowdown in the
1990s, Kenai's growth lagged, and it added fewer residents
than in any decade since the 1950s increasing only 9.7 %. The
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Population increased at an even slower rate over the next
decade with a population of 7,100 in 2010, an increase of
about 23%.
Between 1990 and 2000, nearby small rural settlements
(Cohoe, Clam Gulch, Kasilof, Nikiski, Ridgeway, and Salamatof)
grew by an average of 34%. This trend may reflect a
preference of many Peninsula residents to work, shop, and
recreate in its cities and live in its rural countryside. This
trend was not so dramatic during the period between 2000
and 2010.
Slower economic and population growth and an aging
population is changing the make -up of Kenai's population.
Consistent with these trends, the median age of Kenai's
residents rose from 28.6 years in 1990 to 32.3 years in 2000
and 34.7 years in 2010. As shown in Table 3, Kenai's 2010
population is somewhat less diverse than Alaska as a whole
and the United States and less diverse than it was in 2000.
Table 3. Population Change by Age Group
City of Kenai, 1990 -2010
Age group 1990 2000 2010
Change
Change
1990 -2000
2000 -2010
Under 18 yrs 2,074 2,277 1,971
+9,8%
-13.4%
18 -44yrs 2,989 2,707 2,513
-9.4%
-7.2%
45 to 64 yrs 1,005 1,515 1,921 +50.7% +26.8%
65 yrs+ 259 443 695 +71.0%
Total 6,327 6,942 7,100 +9.7/0 +Z.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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The aging of Kenai's population is consistent with national
trends as the "baby boomers' reach retirement age. While the
City's population is increasing, there has been a greater
increase in people older than 45 and a decline of people under
that age between 2000 and 2010. Kenai's median age in 2010
was lower than the national median age and slightly higher
than that of Alaska.
Since 1990, the average household size in Kenai has continued
to decline. As shown in Table 4, Kenai's average household
size in 2010 was smaller than the Alaska and national average.
Over the long run, these trends signify slower population
growth, a steadily aging population with more seniors, a shift
Table 4. Additional 2010 Demographic Information:
Comparison of City of Kenai, Alaska and the U.S
Subject
Kenai
Alaska
U.S.
Median Age
34.7
33.8
37.2
Race
White
79.9%
66.7%
72.4%
Alaska Native American Indian
8.9%
14.8%
0.9%
Black African American
0.7%
3.3%
12.6%
Asian
1.5%
5.4%
4.8%
Native Hawaiian Pacific Is.
0.3%
1.0%
0.9%
Other
0.9%
1.6%
6.2%
Two or more races
7.9%
7.3 °Jo
2.90/o
Sex
Male
49.6% I
52% 149.2%
11.1%
Female 150.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree
48% 1
50.8%
Household Size 1
2.51 1
2.65 12.58
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
in housing demand mix, and a shift in local priorities for public
facilities and services to meet changing needs of a changing
population.
4.3.2 Education
U.S. Census Bureau information for the period 2006 -2010
provides information about educational trends.10 As shown in
Table 5, there has been decreased enrollment in high school
and younger and increased enrollment in college since 2000.
The average estimated percent of high school graduates and
people with a bachelor's degree or higher increased for the
Table S. City of Kenai Educational Statistics 2000 and 2010
Topic
2000
2010*
School Enrollment
Nurse Preschool
91
60
Kindergarten
78
84
Elementary School (grades 1 -8
1,040
869
High School (grades 9 -12
519
483
College or Graduate School
173
295
Total 3 years and older in school
1,901
1,791
Educational Attainment 2S years & older
Less than 9t^ Grade
3.3 %
1.3%
91h -12th Grade, no diploma
8.3 %
7.1%
High school Graduate or Equivalency
32.6%
- 35.3%
Some College, No Degree
33.7%
28.1%
Associates Degree
6.1%
10.2%
Bachelor's Degree
11.1%
11.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree
5.0%
6.1%
Population 25 Years and Over
4,212
4,316
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
*2010 figures are an estimated annual average for 2006 -2010
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period 2006 -2010. For the same period, the percentage of
high school graduates or higher in the City of Kenai was 91.6%
which was higher than for United States percentage (85.0 %)
and slightly higher than for Alaska as a whole (90.7%). The
percentage of people with a bachelor's degree or higher in the
City of Kenai was 18x/0, lower than that for the United States
(27.9 %) and for Alaska (27.0%).
4.3.3 Housing
Although Kenai is one of Alaska's oldest settlements, its
housing stock is relatively new and in good condition because
most homes were built after 1980. The 2010 census counted
3,166 housing units in Kenai, an increase of 13 housing units
since 2000 and an increase of 335 units since 1990. In 2010,
about 60% of housing units were owner - occupied, single -
family homes. Most new dwellings built since 1990 were
single- family homes. Most homes are on public water supply
and sewage disposal systems and use natural gas. Table 6
provides additional housing information.
Table 6. 2010 Housing Statistics
numner of Occupied Housing Units 2809
Number of Vacant Units 357
Homeowner- occupied Vacancy Rate 2.3%
Renter - occupied Vacancy Rate
9.4%
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Housing costs for both owner- occupied and rentals are lower
in Kenai than in most Alaska localities. In 2010, the average
sale price for a single family home in the Kenai Peninsula
Borough was $225,975 compared to the $278,836 statewide
average. In 2010, rentals in the Kenai Peninsula Borough were
Annual Rental Market Survey (Alaska Department of Labor
lower than in all but one of the areas included in the 2010 and
Workforce Development 2010).11
4.4 Economy
The future of the Kenati s economy is difficult to predict, but
recent trends and prospects in several key industries, suggest
Kenai's potential for modest economic growth for the
foreseeable future. Events, such as significant new oil and gas
discoveries, could lead to more rapid growth of the economy
than estimated.
This section provides a snapshot of the some of the most
important sectors of the economy from information available
in September 2011. It includes information from the U.S.
Census Bureau, the Kenai Peninsula Borough and Kenai
Peninsula Economic Development District (KPEDD).12 In
11 The survey includes Anchorage,. Fairbanks North Star Borough, City and
Borough of Juneau, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Ketchikan Gateway Borough,
Kodiak Island Borough, City and Borough of Sitka, Valdez- Cordova Census
Area, and the Wrangell Borough - Petersburg Census Area.
12 The Kenai Peninsula Borough no longer publishes its annual Situation
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addition, the KPEDD updated its Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy and Gap Analysis in 2010. Appendix B
provides more specific information about economic
indicators.
Unlike the rest of the country, Alaska did not experience a
sharp recession in 2009. The KPEDD found that the Kenai
Peninsula's resource -based economy slowly weakened as a
result of fewer tourists, a decline in oil drilling, poor fish
prices, and a decrease in consumer confidence (Kenai
Peninsula Economic Development District 2010). Since the
2010 KPEDD report was issued, there has been increased in
oil and gas exploration in the area. The Kenai Peninsula
Borough has one of the most diverse economies in Alaska, and
this diversity has softened negative impacts to the regional
economy.
The City of Kenai's economic well -being is closely tied to
general economic conditions in the Kenai /Soldotna area. This
area continues to be the trade and service center for the
western Kenai Peninsula and a local government center. The
area has an industrial base and a healthy visitor industry
centered on the recreational fisheries of the Kenai River and
Cook Inlet.
Future updates to the 2006 Kenai Economic Development
Strategy will provide more current economic information for
the City. The report includes a work plan that addresses five
topic areas: Education and workforce development, quality of
life, business development, infrastructure, and tourism. For
each topic, the work plan identifies goals, objectives, strategies
and who will be responsible to implement the strategies. The
work plan was considered when developing the current
comprehensive plan revision.
Since the 2003 Comprehensive Plan, the City of Kenai has
expanded its role as a regional commercial center. Despite the
closure of the Kmart store in 2003, a number of new box
stores opened in Kenai, including Home Depot (2004), Lowes
Improvement Center (2008) and WalMart Supercenter
(2010).13 In 2008, the 78 -room Aspen Extended Stay Suites
opened for business. In addition to providing local jobs, these
businesses generate tax revenue for the City.
The remainder of this section provides more details about
economic indicators, including employment and income, sales,
retail trade, retail space, permits, and business licenses.
4.4.1 Employment and Income
The City of Kenai has a diverse economy and an educated and
mobile workforce. The community has competitive wages
placing the community's residents in a good position for
access to the region's job pool. The U.S. Census Bureau's
13 During August 2011, the Lowes Improvement Center closed
unexpectedly.
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American Community Survey for the period 2005 -2009
estimates that 69.9% of the City of Kenai s population over the
age of 16 is in the labor force, 62.0% are employed, and there
is an 11.2% unemployment rate.
The top employers for community residents include the Kenai
Peninsula Borough School District, ASRC Energy Services,
State of Alaska, Central Peninsula Hospital, Walmart, and the
Kenaitze Indian Tribe (Kenai Peninsula Borough 2010).
Between 2000 and 2009, there was 26.1% increase in
employment while the population only increased 17.2%
(Table 7). During this period, employment increased in the
following categories: Sales and office, management,
construction, service, and farming. Employment decreased,
however, in the production category. Table 8 delineates the
number of workers by type of industry.
Table 7. City of Kenai Employment Statistics: 2000 and 2009
Employment Status
Number of People
2000 2009
Increase
2009
Population 16 yrs and over
4,960
5,811
17.2%
In Labor Force
3,275
4,059
23.9%
Employed
Unemployed
2,858
406
3,605
454
26.1%
11.8%
Not in Labor Force
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
1,685
052
4.0%
Using U.S. Census survey data from 2005 - 2009, 3,036 people
(84.2% of the workforce) were in the private sector with
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Table 8. City of Kenai Occupation by Type: 2000 and 2009
2000 2009
Occupational Type
mber
Nu Increase Number Increase
Management,
Professional & Related 688 24.1% 880 24.4%
Service
539
18.9%
652
18.1%
Sales and Office
744
26.0%
1,099
30.S%
Farming, Fishing &
Forestry
5
0.2%
20
0.6%
Construction, Extraction,
Maintenance & Repair
405
14.2%
541
15.0%
Production,
Transportation &
4
11.5 %
Material Moving
Total Employed 16 Years
and Over
100%
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2,784 of them in wage and salary positions, 234 self -
employed, and 18 unpaid family workers (Figure 3).
Government workers included 569 people or 15.8% of the
workforce. Tables 8 and 9 provide information about
occupation by type and by industry.
Kenai is a relatively low -cost labor area. The estimated 2009
annual income for City of Kenai households of $54,054 was
about 18.8% lower than that for Alaska, and the estimated per
capita income of $27,597 was about 6.1% lower than that for
Alaska.
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Figure 3
City of Kenai Distribution of Employment 2009
■ Wage & Salaried a Self employed
'Government ■Unpaid family
1%
6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Historically, unemployment rates in the Kenai Peninsula
Borough have been above statewide averages. The estimated
unemployment rate in the City of Kenai for the period 2005-
2009 was 11.2 %, about 2.5% higher than the unemployment
rate for the entire state and 2.1% higher than for the Kenai
Peninsula Borough.
4.4.2 Business Indicators
This section provides a brief overview of some business
indicators.
Sales: The amount of annual sales can fluctuate from year -to-
year. For 2009, taxable sales were $175.7 million (Eubank
pers. comm. 2012). The sales business category in 2009
Table 9. City of Kenai Occupation by Industry: 2009
Industry
2009
Number
Percent
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Hunting
& Mining
347
9.6%
Construction
233
6.S%
Manufacturing
164
4.5%
Wholesale Trade
91
2.5 %
Retail Trade
612
17.0%
Transportation & Warehousing &
Utilities
223
6.2 %
Information
130
3.6%
Finance & Insurance and real estate
renting/leasing
145
4.0%
Professional, Scientific, and
Management, and Administrative &
Waste Management Services
178.
4.9%
Educational Services, & Health Care &
Social Services
660
18.3%
Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation, &
Accommodation and Food Services
376
10.4%
Other Services (except Public
Administration
220
6.1%
Public Administration
226
6.3%
Total Employed 16 Years and Over
3,605
100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
represented over 40% of all sales followed by wholesale,
services and manufacturing (Kenai Peninsula Borough 2010).
The City of Kenai represented an average of 17.5% of the
entire share of all sales in the Borough for the years 2004-
2009. Retail sales in 2000 totaled $136.3 million, about 48%
of total sales.
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Retail Space: In 2008, the retail space increased by 41% from
2000 to 822,853 square feet, representing 27% of the
Borough's retail space and 19% of the number of retail
buildings.
Building Permits: While the Kenai Peninsula Borough does
not issue building permits, the communities of Kenai, Homer,
Seldovia, Seward, and Soldotna issue permits. For the five -
year period between 2005 and 2009, the average annual value
of all types of construction permits issued by the City of Kenai
was $19.0 million with a high of $46.5 million in 2008 (Kenai
Peninsula Borough 2010).
Business Licenses: As of July 2011, there were 1,137 licensed
businesses with an address in the City of Kenai (DCCED 2011).
A better measure of business activity may be the number of
businesses reporting sales within the City of Kenai: 1,441
(2010),1,510 (2009),1,573 (2008), 1,582 (2007), and 1,556
(2006) (Eubank pers. comm. 2012).
4.4.3 Oil and Gas Industry
The Cook Inlet area has been one of the nation's most
productive oil and natural gas regions. While considerable
challenges exist in the short term, a significant increase in the
estimate of undiscovered reserves in the region provides
reason to be optimistic about the future for this industry.
Production to date
amounts to 1.3 billion
barrels of oil, 7.8
trillion cubic feet of
natural gas and 12,000
barrels of natural gas
liquids. Oil production
peaked in 1970 at 82.4
million barrels, and
has fallen steadily
since. Cook Inlet
natural gas production
peaked in 1994 with
311 billion cubic feet
(USGS 2011), but
production has
declined to 111.3
billion cubic feet in
Drill Rig near Kenai September 2012
2011 (Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission 2012),
While the easiest to develop oil and gas resources have been
found, considerable resources are estimated to remain in the
region. In 2009, the Alaska Department of Natural Resources
estimated there were 109 million barrels of oil and 1.56
trillion cubic feet of gas from known accumulations. In 2011,
however, new geologic information boosted the estimates of
undiscovered technically recoverable reserves for the Cook
Inlet region to include 19 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, 600
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million barrels of oil and 46 million barrels of natural gas
liquids (USGS 2011).
Since the 2003 Comprehensive Plan, some changes have
occurred in the oil and gas sector. As a result of a shortage of
natural gas supply, Agrium, Inc. closed the ammonia -urea
plant at Nikiski in 2007. In March 2011, ConocoPhillips and
Marathon announced plans to place the Nikiski liquefied
natural gas (LNG) in warm storage because of declining
natural gas supplies in Cook Inlet. The plant remains active
due to the new oil and gas exploration, and LNG shipments to
Asia.
Oil and gas resources continue to be an important economic
influence for the region. Tesoro Alaska's refinery in Nikiski
has the capability to process up to 72,000 barrels per day. The
refinery processes oil from Cook Inlet sources as well as oil
delivered by tanker from the TransAlaska Pipeline terminal.
The refinery produces ultra -low sulfur gasoline and diesel, jet
fuel, heating oil, heavy fuel oils, propane and asphalt.
Cook Inlet provides Southcentral Alaska with natural gas. The
four largest fields produce 86% of the gas reserves. A 2011
study found that Cook Inlet is capable of supplying the gas
needs for Southcentral Alaska at a more inexpensive rate than
other alternatives until 2018 -2020 as long as investments in
infrastructure continue (Alaska Department of Natural
Resources 2011). The study also emphasized the importance
of natural gas storage facilities in leveling the supplies.
Interest in Cook Inlet oil and gas has been increasing in recent
years. Since the State of Alaska implemented its annual
areawide oil and gas lease sale program in 2009, the two most
successful sales occurred in 2011 and 2012 ($11.3 and $6.9
million respectively). During 2011, the Alaska Oil and Gas
Conservation Commission permitted 4 new exploration wells
(Alaska Economic Development Corporation 2012). As
indicated in the following bullets, small independent
companies have increased their activities in the region.
• Buccaneer Alaska Operations, LLC, a new independent
company operating in Alaska, drilled two wells at its
Kenai Loop project in 2011, including a successful well
that was brought into production in 2012. The
company plans to bring a jack -up rig to Cook Inlet in
2012 to drill wells in the Cosmopolitan, Northern Cook
Inlet and Southern Cross units.14
• Using the first jack -up rig in Cook Inlet in many years,
Furie Operating Alaska drilled a well in 2011 in the
Kitchen Lights Unit.15 The company announced it had
14 Buccaneer plans to complete the first exploration project in deeper
waters of Cook Inlet using a jack -up rig since the 1980s.
is The company currently named Furie Operating Alaska was formerly
called Escopeta Oil and Gas.
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made a commercial gas discovery and plans to
continue drilling in 2012.
• NordAq drilled a gas well in the Kenai National Wildlife
Refuge in 2011, and it plans to drill 6 additional gas
wells from the Shadura discovery.
• Linc Energy acquired leases in Cook Inlet in 2010, and
while no commercial hydrocarbons were found, it
plans to focus future efforts on coal gasification
projects in the region.
• Armstrong Cook Inlet began producing gas from the
onshore North Fork Unit in 2011.
• Cook Inlet Energy LLC brought the offshore Osprey
platform back into production in 2011.
• Aurora Gas continues to produce gas in Cook Inlet, and
it has plans to drill new wells.
• In late 2012, Hilcorp Alaska was in the process of
acquiring Marathon Oil Company's Cook Inlet assets
and bringing the Drift River tank storage facility back
online.
In July 2011, the Alaska Department of Natural Resources
approved a plan for the Cook Inlet Natural Gas Storage Project.
Located in the City of Kenai near the intersection of the Bridge
Access Road and Beaver Loop Road, this project includes a
compression gas /gas conditioning facility on a 40 -acre parcel,
and it involves a 6 -acre pad with injection wells for storage of
natural gas during summer months when there is excess
capacity. The stored gas will meet the peak demands for
natural gas during the winter months for the Kenai Peninsula
and Anchorage markets.
Construction of a North Slope natural gas pipeline with a spur
pipeline to Cook Inlet, or a stand -alone pipeline, could
revitalize the role of local gas -based industrial facilities. At the
time this Comprehensive Plan was written, plans for a natural
gas pipeline were not finalized.
The City's conditional use and subdivision review processes
can be effective tools to minimize impacts of oil and gas
activities and infrastructure in the community. If conflicts
arise in the future, the City may wish to develop guidelines for
oil and gas activities as it has done for gravel operations, cell
towers and wind turbines.
4.4.4 Commercial Fisheries and Seafood Processing
The commercial fishing and the seafood processing industries,
while cyclical, are still the foundation of Kenai's economy and
still a driving economic force (Kenai Chamber of Commerce
2012). In addition to some year round and many seasonal
employment opportunities, the local commercial fishing and
processing industry rely upon numerous local vendors to
supply and support their business year round. Seafood
processing continues to contribute to the local economy.
Companies process salmon, herring, halibut, pacific and black
cod and razor clams, including locally caught seafood as well
as fish caught in other areas of the state such as Bristol Bay,
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Prince William Sound and Kodiak. While the seafood industry
in Cook Inlet originally focused on production of high
quantities of canned salmon, Kenai no longer has a true
"salmon cannery." Local seafood processors now focus on
predominantly fresh, high - quality seafood delivered across
the United States during the salmon and halibut season as well
as fresh frozen products that are distributed to markets
worldwide after the season.
The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute lists 7 businesses in
Kenai that supply seafood, and the Kenai Peninsula Borough
recognized the importance of the area by designating it as
seafood processing area in its 2008 Coastal Management Plan.
In 2009, Kenai was ranked as one of the top 50 U.S. ports for
volume of seafood deliveries with a landed value of $11.5
million (DCCED 2011). While not a complete picture, Table 10
provides a snapshot of salmon and halibut harvests and
permit holders between 2000 and 2008.
Table 10: Salmon and Halibut Harvests in Kenai
Salmon
2000
2008
Kenai Permit Holders
208 with 155 fished
208 with 154 fished
Pounds Landed in Port
3,583,932
5,310,054
Gross Earnings
$2.1 million
$4.8 million
Halibut
2000
2007
Kenai Permit Holders
49 with 16 fished
35 with 31 fished
Pounds Landed in Port
153,560
351,304
Gross Earnings
* **
$1.5 million
Source: Kenai Peninsula Borough 2000, 2009
4.4.5 Visitor Industry
The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and
Economic Development estimates that about 500,000 people
visit the Kenai Peninsula each summer. While tourism has
been one of the fastest growing sectors in the Borough, visits
declined from their peak in 2007. Visitor patterns are highly
seasonal with outdoor recreation and sport fishing
representing the major visitor activities, and the historic Kenai
Old Town is an important attraction. Alaska residents
represent the largest group of visitors to the Kenai Peninsula.
The region's visitor industry directly supports a variety of
local businesses in Kenai. In 2008, there were 1,207 visitor -
related businesses licensed in the City of Kenai which
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represented 18.3% of all visitor- related businesses in the
Borough. Accommodations, food and beverage sales
accounted for an average of $14.2 million per year for the
years 2001 -2008 in the City of Kenai, representing an average
of 11.7% of sales within the borough (Kenai Peninsula
Borough 2009). Visitors to the City of Kenai have decreased in
recent years with a high of 45,769 in 1999 to 36,524 in 2007
(for the period June - August of each year) (Kenai Peninsula
Borough 2009). These summer months account for over two -
thirds of annual visits.
The Kenai River provides a major recreation destination for
both residents and visitors. The charter fishing industry
provides economic benefits to the City of Kenai through
employment and through local spending by clients. Ten
percent of the businesses on the Kenai River Professional
Guide Association's membership list have a Kenai address;
although it should be noted that some Kenai addresses are
actually outside the City boundaries (Kenai River Professional
Guide Association 2011).
The Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center
promotes Kenai as a destination, and it operates the Kenai
Visitors and Cultural Center. The Center provides information
to visitors and it includes exhibits and a gift shop. The Kenai
Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council markets the peninsula
as a tourist destination.
The Popular Dipnet Fishery Occurs each July
4.5 Public Facilities and Services
The City of Kenai provides a variety of services to its residents,
local businesses and industries. These services include water
and sewer, public safety, library, transportation, parks and
recreation, and senior facilities. The areas of Kenai now served
by City roads and water and sewer utilities are shown in Maps
2 and 3. The continued provision and expansion of these
services will depend on the willingness of Kenai citizens to
pay for them or through other funding sources.
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4.5.1 Water and Sewer Systems
About 1,680 homes and businesses (4,000 -5,000 users), or
70% of the City's population, are connected to the water and
sewer system. Kenai currently has 3 operational well houses.
Wells 1 and 3 each produce approximately 5% of Kenai's
water. Well 2 produces approximately 90% of Kenai s water
and is located near the intersection of Kenai Spur Highway
and Beaver Loop Road on Shotgun Road. A water treatment
facility that removes harmless color began operating in 2012.
An additional well has been drilled nearby well 2 and will be
brought online in 2013. After the new well is brought online,
wells 1 and 3 will be taken out of operation. At least 1
additional well is planned to be drilled near well 2.
The wastewater treatment plant, constructed in 1982, was
designed for a population of 11,650 people and an average
wastewater flow of 1.3 million gallons per day, and operates
between 50% and 70% total capacity. The updated 2004
Wastewater Facility Master Plan identified a number of
improvements that could increase the plant's efficiency. An
Investment Grade Audit is underway to determine the benefits
of various upgrades. Improvements that are identified as
having a payback time of 15 years or less in energy savings
will likely be implemented in 2012 or 2013.
4.5.2 Public Safety
The Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
departments are housed in the Public
Safety Building on Main Street Loop
and Willow Street. The police
department facility was expanded and
renovated in 1984 -85. The fire
department serves approximately
7,100 people within the boundaries of
the community. The fire department is responsible for all fire
suppression, airport crash fire rescue, hazardous materials,
EMS, fire prevention programs, enforcement of City and State
fire safety and prevention codes, and fire investigations. The
City has a mutual aid and automatic aid agreements with
Central Emergency Services and the Nikiski Fire Department.
4.5.3 Transportation
A safe, affordable, accessible, and efficient road, trail, marine,
and aviation transportation system is essential for community
development and expansion in Kenai. Coordinated
transportation and land use policies reduce congestion,
improve safety, and help move people, vehicles, and goods
more efficiently. Limited public transportation is available
through CARTS (Central Area Rural Transit System).
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Roads: Of the 99 miles of roads in Kenai, the City of Kenai
maintains approximately 60 miles, including approximately
15 miles of gravel surfaced roads (Map 4). About 31% of City
roadways are unpaved, and many roads are 20 -30 years old
(City of Kenai 2009). The Public Works Department maintains
these roads year -round and is responsible for snow plowing
and road grading, shoulder maintenance, drainage ditches and
culverts, and rights -of -way and easements. City road
construction is funded with municipal revenue, state - shared
revenue, and by property owners in Local Improvement
Districts (LIDS). Maintenance is funded on an annual basis
using revenue from sales tax and property taxes. The City
requires road rights -of -way dedications in new subdivisions.
The construction of the Bridge Access Road, residential
growth at Kalifornsky Beach Road area and employment
growth in the vicinity of Willow Street and Main Street Loop
have funneled more traffic into the central area. These trends
are positive for the long -term commercial viability of the city
center and for future development of Millennium Square.
Traffic at intersections along the Kenai Spur Highway has
increased an average of 15% between 2000 and 2010 (Figure
4). The greatest increase in traffic occurred at the
intersections of Swires Drive (26 %), Main Street (26 %) and
Airport Way (18 %).
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The local and state road system plays an important role in the
growth and expansion of residential, commercial and
industrial development in Kenai. The proper location of future
roads and trails necessary to meet the demand of residents
and commercial developers will be important to minimize
maintenance costs to the City. While Kenai's road system is
adequate in many respects, improvements could be made by
paving more streets, constructing sidewalks and trail linkages
and expanding road shoulders. Future road improvements
should be designed to attract and accommodate more traffic
within the city center and to improve the convenience and
safety of doing business along parts of the Kenai Spur
Highway corridor.
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Kenai Municipal Airport: The primary mission of the Kenai
Municipal Airport is to be the
commercial air transportation gateway
to the Kenai Peninsula Borough and
West Cook Inlet.
The City -owned and operated airport is DWG l Algo m
centrally located on approximately 1,458 acres of land near
downtown Kenai. The airport property encompasses the
airfield, a major portion of central Kenai, and several
undeveloped areas.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) transferred the
original airport tract to the City in 1963. Today, the Kenai
Municipal Airport and related airport properties are a major
economic and land asset for the City. The airport supports a
variety of economic activities with potential for growth.
The City is currently developing a 42 -acre industrial park to
the northeast along Marathon Road which will provide a
center for future industrial activity. Additionally, the Airport
is developing hangar lease lots with associated taxiways and
roads adjacent to the floatplane taxiway /slip area at the
southern end of the water taxiway. These lots will be suitable
for commercial hangars as well as T- hangers.
The FAA classifies the airport as a Commercial Service -
Primary Airport; commercial service airports are defined as
those airports having 2, 500 or more annual enplanements
with primary airports defined as commercial service airports
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having 10,000 or more annual enplanements. The designated
role of the Kenai Airport is to serve short -haul air carrier
routes of less than 500 miles. The airport consists of three
runways; grooved 7,830 -foot asphalt runway, 2,000 foot
gravel runway, and 4,600 -foot water runway, two helipads,
and numerous taxiways. The asphalt runway is equipped with
an instrument landing system (ILS). Southwest of the
terminal building are 40 long -term paved tiedowns of which
10 have electricity. At the float plane basin there are 25 long-
term tiedown slips and 10 transient slips which can
accommodate aircraft with up to a 48 -foot wing span. There
are 5 commercial slips which can accommodate aircraft with a
wingspan up to 65 feet. Both long -term and transient
tiedowns are available at the gravel runway. Fly -in camp sites
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are available at the float plane basin and gravel runway apron.
Fuel is available for both wheeled and float planes with 24-
hour credit card machines.
Two commuter airlines offer scheduled service between Kenai
and Anchorage. Charter services are also available. The
Regional Flight Service Station is located at the Kenai
Municipal Airport and is open 24 hours a day. An air traffic
control tower is operated at the airport. A restaurant, lounge,
car rentals, and taxis are available in the terminal. Short and
long -term vehicle parking is available at the terminal. Hotel
accommodations are located nearby.
The 1963 deed for the airport requires airport lands to be
managed for use and support of the airport. Airport lands are
identified on the Airport Layout Plan (ALP). Title 21 of the
Kenai Municipal Code provides guidance for lease, sale, and
use of airport -owned properties to ensure there is an
adequate supply of land to support operation of the airport
and to reduce incompatible uses in the airport proper. The
current conservation zoning designation of airport lands does
not support this requirement. The City should consider
rezoning these lands to an industrial zone within the Airport
Reserve boundary to provide for development to highest and
best uses for the airport. Such uses include support for
airport - related services, revenue - generating leases, other
private development, or public improvements. Map 5
illustrates current land use at the airport.
The airport leases a number of developed parcels including
the Beacon Occupational Health and Safety Services, Animal
Control Shelter, City shop, the Flight Service Station, and
numerous aviation and non - aviation properties. These leases
provide funding for airport operations.
The most recent Kenai Municipal Airport Master Plan was
developed in 1997, and a Supplemental Planning Assessment
was completed in 2007. Funding for new master plan was
secured in 2010 and the revision to the Master Plan got
underway in 2011. It is expected to be completed in 2013. The
1997 Airport Master Plan developed local aircraft noise
exposure maps as of 1995 (actual) and estimated aircraft
noise exposure by 2015. The footprint of the projected 2015
65 dB DNL is slightly smaller than for 1995 due to proposed
airport improvements. In 2001, an updated noise exposure
map showed no change to the projected 2015 noise contours.
Map 6 depicts current aircraft noise levels. An updated study
is planned with the 2012 master plan.
Figure 5 illustrates the enplanements between 2000 and 2011
with a high of 103,180 enplanements in 2000 and a low of
76,729 in 2003.
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80,000
60,000
40,000
20,000
Figure 5: Enplanements Kenai Municipal Airport
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Source: City of Kenai
A study completed in association with the 2005 Kenai Airport
Master Plan found that the airport had a considerable impact
to the local economy (City of Kenai 2005b). This study
estimated that the airport generated 533 full time jobs in
2004, including 318 direct jobs and 215 indirect and induced
jobs.16 Also during 2004, the airport and generated a payroll
of nearly $25 million and $44 million in business revenue
(direct, indirect and induced payroll and revenue).
11 The jobs, payroll and business revenue figures include those generated
by the airport as well as by visitors who travel to Kenai by plane. Impacts
to aviation- related businesses result in direct economic impacts, re-
spending in the local economy by local airport related business results in
indirect impacts, and re- spending of wages from airport- related income
results in induced economic impacts.
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Kenai Boating Facility: The City has authority to plan for
waterfront development; own, lease or manage waterfront
property; raise funds; and exercise financial control over the
port. The Department of Public Works operates the Kenai
Boating Facility and coordinates its use by fish processors/
leaseholders, independent fish processors, public users, and
commercial, recreational and dipnet fishermen. The dock is
mainly leased for commercial fishing vessel use, while the
boat launching ramp is one of the area's most popular
launching facilities during the dipnet fishery. In addition to
the boat launch ramps, there are public restrooms and fresh
water available. The City leases a fueling facility and gasoline
and diesel are available.
4.5.4 Parks and Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Department manages over 358
acres in its park and open space system (City of Kenai 2011a).
Other than the
neighborhood parks
category, the City far
exceeds the National
Recreation and Park
Association guidelines
for parks and open
space acreage.
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The goal of the Parks and Recreation Department is: To
enhance the quality of life for all citizens through park facilities,
programs, and community services. The Department's goals
and objectives are outlined in the 2010 5 -year plan which was
prepared with assistance from the Parks and Recreation
Commission. The plan includes core principles and priorities
for maintenance, safety upgrades, park development, and
creation of a tent campground (City of Kenai 2011).
The Parks and Recreation Department provides a wide array
of services, including seasonal recreation programs, City
parks, beautification of City streets and parks, 3.2 miles of
groomed Nordic ski trails and 2.5 miles of pedestrian trails
(See Table 11). The City leases 120 acres for an 18 -hole golf
course that is privately operated. Through a partnership with
the City, the Boys and Girls Club operates a 17,700 square foot
recreation center which provides numerous activities for the
citizens of Kenai as listed in Table 11. In addition, the
Department provides support for the annual personal use
fishery, provides an area for community gardens, and
manages volunteer programs, such as the Adopt -a -Park
program.
A 7- member Parks and Recreation Commission and a 7-
member Beautification Committee provides advice to the
Department. The Department also maintains landscaping for
street and highway rights -of -way.
Gazebo at Leif Hansen Memorial Park
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Table 11: City of Kenai Parks and Open Space
Community Parks & Schools
Acres
Description
Kenai Municipal Park
45.7
Picnic tables, 2 large shelters, BBQ grills, basketball & volleyball courts, ball fields,
picnic
shelter, observation deck, beach access trail, and restroom facilities
Kenai Park Strip
18.9
4 sports fields with bleachers, dugouts, concession, playground, shelter, picnic tables, BBQ
Beaver Creek Park
rills, volleyball court, community garden area, and restroom facilities
5.2
Shelter, picnic table, BBQ grill, basketball court, playground ball field, and restroom
facilities
Daubenspeck Family Park
7.5
Beach /swimming area, 2 shelters, picnic tables, trails, horseshoe pit, winter ice skating,
do retrieval area, and restroom facilities
Kenai Middle School
n a
Kenai Central Hi 2h School
n a
Subtotal
77.3
Neighborhood Parks &
Schools
Acres
Description
Elson Rest Stop
0.7
Picnic area and rest stop donated to the Ci in 2005
Old Town Park
0.4
Playground, shelter, basketball court, turf areas & BBQ grill
Fourth Avenue Park
3.8
Playground, basketball court, shelter, baseball field, & BB
Aurora Borealis Charter
n /all
School
Kaleidosco e School
n a
Mt. View Elementary School
n a
Subtotal
4.9
Open Space and Natural
Areas
Acres
Description
Blue Star Memorial Greenstri
1.0
Picnic table and memorial
Airport Triangle Greenstrip
0.8
Vintage Air Force 'et and flag poles
Benco Building Greenstrip
0.3
Open space natural area
Scenic Bluff Overlook 1
1.0
Gazebo and picnic tables
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Table 11: City of Kenai Parks and Open Space
Millennium Square FAA Fields
6.3
2 soccer fields
Bernie Huss Trail
3.8
Wooded area with 0.4 mile trail, footbridge & 9 -hole disc golf course
Kenai Flats Wildlife Viewing
Area
17.9
Boardwalk, viewing scope and interpretive display adjacent to the Bridge Access Road
Bird Viewing Platform Area
4.8
Elevated viewing platform off of Boat Launch Road
North Beach Dunes
20.0
2 elevated stairways with post /chain fence to protect dunes and restroom facilities
South Beach Dunes
20.0
Post -chain fence to protect dunes on south side of River
Subtotal
75.8
Special Purpose Areas
Acres
Description
East Kenai Park Trails
15.5
18 -hole disc golf course. 0.75 mile trails, bench
Leif Hansen Memorial Park
3.5
Community memorial park with a gazebo, benches, water fountain, veteran's and
mariner's memorial, town clock, gardens, and picnic tables
Erik Hansen Scout Park
6.4
Benches, viewing scope, memorial & interpretive displays
Kenai Sports Complex
24.0
Picnic tables, BBQ grills and 4 regulation size soccer fields
Kenai Cemetery
3.5
1 Gazebo and benches
Multi-Purpose Facility
7.3
Bleachers, vendors ace, 5 warming shacks, ice October - March), & ice resurfacer
Kenai Recreation Center
1.7
Gymnasium, bleacher, 3 racquetball courts & teen center (operated by the Boys and Girls
Club
Cunningham Park
2.2
Bank fishing, boardwalk, benches, picnic table and restroom facilities
Kenai Golf Course
119.7
Full service 18 -hole golf course (privately operated)
Oiler Baseball Field
10.0
Baseball field and complex leased from the City
Public Dock
12.1
170' dock, gangways, float, 4launch ramps, cranes, and restroom facilities and showers
Subtotal
200.0
Total Acreage
358
Acreage managed by the Parks & Recreation Department
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4.5.5 Senior Citizen Facilities and Services
In response to a growing senior population, the City has
actively sought to address the needs of its older residents. The
City owns and operates the very successful and popular Kenai
Senior Center and Kenai Senior Congregate Housing complex.
Staffing for the facilities is provided by 11 employees. A 7-
member Council on Aging provides advice to the City Council
on senior issues.
The Senior Center is a community focal point where older
adults come together for fellowship and enjoy activities with
their peers. The Senior Citizens Department provides senior
services, including congregate meals, transportation, personal
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advocacy, activities, and
housing assistance. Under the
Title III program, the Center
serves the City of Kenai,
Salamatof, Kalifornsky Beach,
Cohoe, Kasilof, and Clam
Gulch. The programs provided
serve seniors aged 60 and
older from all walks of life.
The Center's service area
serves 26% of the total
population aged 60 and above
in the Kenai Peninsula
Borough.
Kenai Congregate Housing
The Congregate Housing Facility complex comprises the core
of an emergent "area of opportunity" for more senior - oriented
facilities and services. The 40 -unit 40,450 square foot facility
was built in 1992 with additions in 1996. The City established
an enterprise fund to account for the financing of the
Congregate Housing Facility.
Meeting the needs of seniors is a matter of community
concern so long -term residents can continue to retire and live
comfortably in Kenai. Seniors have a broad range of housing
and service needs. Some need ready access to health care and
some cope with mobility limitations. Of particular interest to
Kenai's senior population is improved pedestrian circulation
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(safer walk signals, separated walking paths, snow- cleared
walkways) in the central area of town. While the City itself has
limited resources to dedicate to programs for seniors, it can,
play a decisive role by advocating and facilitating initiatives by
other public and private entities. Funding for the Senior
Center is provided through the City of Kenai, State of Alaska
Department of Senior and Disabilities Services, Kenai
Peninsula Borough, United Way, USDA, program income,
private donations, center rentals and fundraising.
At the end of 2012, two assisted living housing facilities were
being developed in Kenai. One, located on Forest Drive, was
under construction and was expected to open in early 2013.
The facility at the former Anchor Trailer Park was in the early
planning stage.
4.5.6 Kenai Community Library
The Kenai Community Library has continually responded to
public needs since its humble beginnings in the halls of the
Territorial School Building in 1949. The construction of a new
5,000 square foot facility located on Main Street Loop in 1976
made the library more visible, easier to use and a more
pleasant place to visit. In 1986, an additional, 5,000 square
foot addition added four sound proof rooms, a closed stack
area and activity room. The library catalog and circulation
system were automated in 1987, and in 2000 the library
website was created allowing users to access the library
catalog from home http://www.kenaLlibrary.org). The June
2011 completion of the library expansion doubled the size of
the building to approximately 20,000 square feet. The new
facility includes more seating for adults, a fireplace, a separate
children's room, study rooms, a conference room, and two
meeting rooms. With two entrances, the library now provides
access to more parking spaces and better access to City Hall.
Library staff and volunteers provide a variety of programs of
interest to patrons of all ages. Of interest to adults with
children are the weekly story times, summer reading program,
and monthly Tween Book Club meetings. The library now has
a dedicated area with teen - oriented activities. Adult
programming includes a Book Club, the Writer's Group, and
the Totem Tracers Genealogical Society group.
The library collection includes approximately 80,000 books,
periodicals, videos, audiotapes, music CDs, DVDs and
reference materials. Several special collections include
Alaskana, Alaska State documents, genealogy, core collections
of mental health and consumer health information, large print
books, and books on tape. Several Alaska newspapers are
received on a daily basis including the Wall Street Journal, and
Sunday editions of the New York Times and the Seattle Times.
The Alaska Digital Pipeline link provides access to full -text
newspapers, journal articles, TV and radio transcripts,
reference materials, live homework help and access to an
online language learning program. The library provides access
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to the Listen Alaska Plus program allowing patrons to
download audio books, music and e- books.
The library is open 60 hours per week with 5 full -time and 7
Part-time employees that assist the 14,000 registered users.
Eight computers are available for patrons to access the
internet, electronic databases, the City of Kenai municipal
code and government sites. A grant from the Rasmuson
Foundation enabled the library to offer in -house lending of
laptops to reduce waiting time for computer use and provide
more flexibility. The library is a dedicated Rosetta Stone
station for the study of foreign languages.
4.5.7 Other Services
The City's Building Department maintains City buildings and
performs several administrative functions, including plan
review, inspection, record keeping, and permit issuance.
The City built a visitor and cultural center in 1992 to
encourage tourism in Kenai. The 10,000 square foot facility is
operated by Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center,
Inc. through a facilities management agreement with the
City.18 The Center houses a permanent collection of historic
artifacts, wildlife exhibits and a gift shop.
11 In 2012, the Kenai Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Kenai
Chamber of Commerce merged into a single entity called the Kenai
Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center, Inc.
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The City leases land for a nominal fee to support organizations
such as the Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center
Inc., the Peninsula Art Guild, the Kenai Historic Society,
Peninsula Oilers Baseball Club, Inc., Women's Resource and
Crisis Center, and the Alaska Challenger Center.
The City, along with state and federal agencies and nonprofit
organizations, provide many community services. The City
supports multiple agencies and public activities through
grants including the Kenai Watershed Forum, Oilers Baseball,
the Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center, Industry
Appreciation Day, Central Area Rural Transit System (CARTS),
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Boys & Girls Club, the Economic Outlook Forum, to name a
few. Coordinating services to ensure cost - effective and
efficient delivery will be important as public dollars decline.
Opportunities to combine services or otherwise improve
efficiency, cost - effectiveness, and quality should be identified,
explored, and implemented with the appropriate providers.
By state law, the Kenai Peninsula Borough is responsible for
local education and property tax assessment and tax
collection. The Borough also provides areawide solid waste
disposal and emergency management services.
The State of Alaska operates and maintains a number of
facilities in Kenai. State roads within the City include the
Kenai Spur Highway, Beaver Loop Road, Bridge Access Road,
Strawberry Road, and Kalifornsky Beach Road. Other state
facilities include the State of Alaska Courthouse, District
Attorneys' Office, and Public Defender Agency, Army National
Guard Armory, the Kenai Health Center, other social services
and employment offices, and, abutting the City, the Wildwood
Correctional Facility. There are numerous public recreational
lands and facilities owned and operated by the borough, state
and federal governments in and near Kenai. Non -city public
and private utilities provide electric power, natural gas, solid
waste collection, telecommunications, and satellite and cable
providers.
4.6 City of Kenai Finances
The City of Kenai continues to maintain an excellent financial
condition. The current (FY12) budget projects year -end
balances of $12.0 million (general fund) and $30.5 million
(other governmental funds). Kenai's per capita bonded debt
($271.13 as of June 30, 2011) is one of the lowest of all
Alaskan cities with debt, and well below the statewide
municipal average ($3,957). Kenai's low bonded indebtedness
partly reflects a long- standing reluctance to bond for local
capital improvements, relying instead on local tax revenues
and federal and state grants to fund capital projects.
4.6.1 Expenditures
Development, expansion and maintenance of community
facilities and services are fundamental to Kenai's quality of life
and to assure positive future growth and a healthy economy.
Logical and cost - effective growth requires adequate
infrastructure. The budget planning tool for providing
facilities and services, the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP), is
one tool to implement the Comprehensive Plan's goals,
objectives and strategies. Existing and future business and
residential development will be supported and promoted with
adequate infrastructure when fiscally responsible. Well -
planned community facilities and services improve the quality
of community life.
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For FY 2012, the City's general fund operating expenditures of
$13.6 million were allocated as follows: Public safety (46.9%),
general government (21.7%), public works (17.1%), and
parks, recreation and cultural services (14.3%). Special
revenue funds of $6.8 million went for the Airport Fund
(39.4%), Water and Sewer Fund (32.1%), Airport Land Sales
Permanent Fund (15.2%), the Senior Citizen Fund (11.5 %),
and General Land Sales Permanent Fund (1.8 %).
4.6.2 Revenues
Kenai levies a sales tax (3% in FY 20121 and property tax
(3.85 mills in FY 2012). In FY 2011, sales taxes accounted for
70.4% of City- levied revenues, and property taxes for 29.6%.
Several City services (water and sewer, airport) are funded
wholly or partly by user revenues.
4.7 Forecast of Economy, Population and
Housing Demand
Based on the previous two decades, modest future growth of
the City's population and economy can be expected. After the
preceding decades of rapid growth, the City of Kenai s
population growth rate slowed to less than one percent yearly
after 1990.
Similar to population trends, the region's basic economic
sectors — energy industry, fishing /fish processing, and tourism
— have experienced moderate growth. As the region grows,
Kenai can be expected to continue its role as a trade and
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services center for the western Kenai Peninsula. Consistent
with these economic assumptions, the modest population
growth that the City of Kenai has seen in recent years will
most likely continue for the foreseeable future.
It should be
recognized that a
significant
discovery of oil and
gas reserves could
improve the
economic outlook
of the region. This
prospect is possible
considering the
increase in
estimated oil and
gas reserves in the
Cook Inlet Basin
and recent gas
development wells
within the City
boundaries.
Increased interest
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in mining and exploration could also stimulate the local
economy.
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The population of the Kenai Peninsula Borough is estimated to
grow by 19.5% between 2009 and 2034, or 0.7% annually
(Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
2010). Assuming the same rate of growth for the City of Kenai,
the population would be 8,484 in 2030. This growth rate is
significantly less than what was estimated in the 2003
comprehensive plan.19
For planning purposes, the estimate of the City of Kenais
future population and net housing demand uses the 2009
estimated annual growth rate of 0.7% through the year 2035.
This growth rate could change with new economic
opportunities such as significant discoveries of oil and gas in
the area.
Specifically, it is estimated that Kenai will add about 1,088
new residents by the year 2035 for a total of 8,485 residents,
and about 965 additional dwelling units (Table 12 and Figure
6). If actual growth substantially exceeds or lags estimated
growth, then population -based decisions about City
development priorities can be adjusted accordingly.
Future demand for additional private land development for
residential, commercial, and industrial purposes was
estimated, based on Kenai's current population and current
19 In the 2003 Comprehensive Plan, the population of the City of Kenai was
estimated to grow by about 35% between 2000 and 2020.
Table 12: Estimated Population and Future Housing Needs
City of Kenai, 2010 — 20351
2010
Change
(Actual)
2015
2020
2025
1
2030
2035
2010-
2035
Population
7100
7358
7624
7901
8188
8485
Net
258
266
277
287
297
1385
Increase
Housing
3166
3090
3202
3318
3439
3564
Units
Net
76
112
116
121
125
398
Increase
1
1
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
P000 Figure 6. Estimated Population
8500 City of Kenai, 2010 — 2035 sass
8188
8000 - - - _ 7901 _._ ,_
7624
7500 7358. _. _ _...
7100
7000 J - – - -
6500 —
6000
2 30 2035
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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land use patterns. By this method, 285 additional acres will be
needed to accommodate these future uses. This estimate does
not include other private uses or public uses. Table 13
provides a comparison of estimated demand for residential,
commercial, and industrial land uses to the existing zoning
status of vacant land.
The City's land use plan in the next chapter and its Planning
and Zoning Code will help promote an orderly overall pattern
of land. The land use plan offers a reasonable choice of
suitable locations for uses, separates incompatible uses,
maintains the quality of existing development, provides a
consistent level of services, and creates a stable, predictable
setting for future investment.
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Table 13: Current and Future Demand for Commercial,
Industrial, Residential, and Mixed Use Land
2012
Acrea e
2030 Estimated
Acreage
Type of Use
In
In Use
Vacant
In Use
Vacant
Needed
Commercial
214
178
27
241
1S1
Industrial
232
209
29
262
179
Residential
1,769
2,740
223
1,992
2,518
Mixed Use
44
49
6
50
44
Note: The estimated future demand was calculated assuming an annual
growth rate of 0.7 %. The commercial category includes Central Commercial,
General Commercial, and Central Mixed Use zones. The industrial category
includes Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial. Mixed Use includes Limited
Commercial and Townsite Historic zones. These figures represent
developable land and exclude acreage that cannot be developed, such as
wetlands. The projected demands in the table are based on existing zoning.
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As a mature community with a forecast for modest growth,
Kenai has the opportunity to develop a strategic approach to
adjust its zoning districts and consider land use ordinances
that will improve public amenities and services. The land use
plan provides background information about current issues
and land uses that will be useful to frame future planning
choices. As a subset of the comprehensive plan, this land use
plan includes land use maps, a description of the land use
classifications, and a summary of major land uses in the City of
Kenai. The land use plan provides background to the goals,
objectives and strategies in Chapter 6.
Much of the current infrastructure and City layout is expected
to remain in place through 2030, although new growth is
anticipated. The land use plan provides information that will
be useful to the City as it develops plans to accommodate new
growth and improve the quality of the already -built
community.
The City of Kenai encompasses 18,231 acres of land and water
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or about 28.5 square miles. As of 2012, 20% (3,624 acres) of
the City's total acreage included parcels with private or public
development with 14,607 acres undeveloped (i.e., acreage of
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total parcels without development).18 Much of this vacant land
is unsuitable for development or in public ownership and thus
not available for private development.
Kenai is fortunate to have an ample inventory of privately
owned, vacant land suited for its future demands. The City of
Kenai and State of Alaska also own extensive public land in
Kenai, much of it wetlands and floodplains. These public lands
have significant habitat, scenic, recreational: and natural open
space values. With sound land use planning, Kenai can meet
the needs of settlement without compromising its natural
setting.
5.1 Land Use Maps and Classifications
One of the most important purposes of the comprehensive
plan is to guide development through the creation of maps
that delineates land use classifications. In 2011, the Planning
and Zoning Commission reviewed the land use classifications
for all areas in the City of Kenai and a revised land use map is
included in the final Comprehensive Plan. The intent of the
map is to guide future changes to the existing zoning districts,
and for that reason they do not exactly mirror the zoning
1e For purposes of determining development, parcels with improvements
valued at $10,000 or more were considered developed parcels.
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districts in place when this plan was written. Table 14
describes the land use classifications and which zoning
districts relate to each land use classification, while Map 7
depicts the proposed land use plan.
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Table 14: Land Use Plan Classifications and Zoning Districts39
Suburban Residential Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
The Suburban Residential district consists of single - family and multi- family residential areas that are urban or suburban in character. The
Suburban Residential
area is higher density, lots are typically smaller and public water and sewer services are required or planned. Streets should be developed
Suburban Residential 1 &2
to a paved standard and larger subdivisions should provide sidewalks and public areas.
Urban Residential
Rural Residential Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
The Rural Residential district includes areas that, due to location or site conditions, are best suited for large -lot single- family low- density
Rural Residential
residential development. Homes in this district typically rely on individual on -site water supply and wastewater disposal systems. Streets
Rural Residential I
typically are gravel and subdivisions do not include sidewalks.
Mixed Use Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
The Mixed Use district fosters a compatible mix of retail, service, office, public, institutional, recreational and residential uses. The district
Limited Commercial
does not prescribe specific proportions for these uses, only that all these uses are desirable within the district. The Mixed Use
Central Mixed Use
classification should accommodate existing similarly developed areas and areas along corridors to provide transitions between the
Central Commercial
corridor and residential zones.
Historic Townsite
Commercial Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
The Commercial district is intended to create a concentrated, vibrant, and attractive downtown business district which is convenient to
Central Mixed Use
both motorists and pedestrians. The district is designed to attract commerce from within and beyond the community itself.
Central Commercial
General Commercial
Light Industrial
Industrial Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
This classification includes areas used for production, manufacturing, processing, packaging, distribution, and other similar activities. The
Conservation
noise levels, odors and emissions typically generated are higher than other land uses and may adversely affect neighboring properties.
Heavy Industrial
The Kenai Municipal Airport and lands reserved for the airport and its future expansion are included in this category.
Light Industrial
Institutional Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
The institutional district provides an area in which government and tax exempt institutions can offer social and cultural amenities to the
All Zoning Districts
citizens of the community. The primary use is public, non - profit, and quasi - public uses including government offices and facilities,
schools, churches, and other community- service oriented facilities. -
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Land Use Classification
Zoning Districts
This classification includes public recreation facilities, as well as undeveloped lands intended to provide for conservation of natural or
All Zoning Districts
scenic resources. These areas ran be used for a variety of passive and active outdoor and indoor sports and recreational activities. Areas
that may provide future natural resource development should be included in this category.
19 Areas may include other zones not listed. The zoning listed is a general guide to land use classifications.
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The future land use plan map complements the goals,
objectives and strategies of the comprehensive plan and
provides guidance for land use decisions. Specifically, the map
designates land use classifications for major land uses. The
land use plan map is generalized; the exact definition of land
uses by parcel is to be determined by revisions to the zoning
map (Map 8). Areas at or near a boundary will be analyzed
under either or both major land use classifications using the
goals and development policies in the comprehensive plan.
Kenai s land use plan and related goals, objectives and
strategies are a decision - making tool that provides a
suggested "blueprint" for growth and change in the
community. The Planning & Zoning Commission, the City
Council, City staff, and private developers will rely on the plan
as they make the decisions that shape Kenai s future. The
Proposed Future Land Use Plan and polices are tools Kenai
can use to implement a vision for how the community should
evolve over the next 20 years.
Although the land use plan includes an analysis of land use, it
does not regulate land use. That is the function of planning
and zoning ordinances, including the zoning,map. The
comprehensive plan, however, provides the public policy basis
for defining the zoning districts and related development
standards that guide what happens in a specific zoning
district. The land use map should be used in conjunction with
the goals, objectives and strategies to guide growth.
5.2 Zoning Status
Zoning provides the City with its most important tool for
determining what types of land uses are allowed in different
areas of the City. The City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Code
includes 16 different types of zoning districts, and the code
includes a land use table that specifies what types of land uses
are allowed in each zoning district. The City should consider a
review of current zoning to include consideration of
opportunities to combine or remove some of the types of
zoning districts. Table 15 provides the number of acres in each
type of zoning district.
5.3 Existing Land Use and Ownership Patterns
This section describes the major land uses in the City and
some of the opportunities and challenges for these areas. This
discussion provides background for the issues, goals and
objectives in Chapter 6.
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History, natural features, land ownership, and transportation
improvements have shaped Kenai's development and land use
patterns. The historic townsite was constructed in a strategic
area overlooking the mouth of the Kenai River. As the town
developed, wetland and floodplain conditions strongly
influenced the location of road corridors and settlement areas.
War -time construction of the airport just north of the original
townsite limited opportunities to expand what would be a
logical expansion of the city center. As a result, Kenai's core
business area developed east and west along the Kenai Spur
Highway. Later construction of the Warren Ames Memorial
Bridge /Bridge Access Road gave the Kalifornsky Beach area
south of the Kenai River a road connection to the rest of the
City and spurred its development. Maps 9 through 11 (Aerial
Imagery, Wetlands and Floodplains, and Existing Land Use)
illustrate the land use patterns that have resulted from the
interplay. of Kenai's site characteristics and development
history.
Some key features of Kenai's development pattern are:
The main road routes (Kenai Spur Highway, Beaver
Loop Road, and Kalifornsky Beach Road) follow well -
drained developable upland corridors.
Table 15. Existing Zoning Districts
Zoning District
Acreage
Conservation
1,768*
Rural Residential
12,669
Rural Residential 1
155
Suburban Residential
1,260
Suburban Residential 1
5
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Urban Residential
16
Central Commercial
61
Central Mixed Use
178
General Commercial
353
Limited Commercial
56
Light Industrial
472
Heavy Industrial
681
Recreational
299
Townsite Historic
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Total
18,231
Source: City of Kenai
* Ten acres of land zoned Conservation are not included in
this total because there is no Kenai Peninsula Borough
Parcel number associated with the land.
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• Residential development is dispersed along the main
road routes in several urban and semi - suburban
neighborhoods defined by natural features and
transportation access.
• Most commercial development is located along the
major transportation corridors, with the largest
concentration clustered near the intersection of the
Kenai Spur Highway and the Bridge Access Road.
• Neighborhood- oriented commercial development
has emerged at several spots along the highway and
secondary state roads.
• The configuration of developable land and road
corridors has produced a linear city form with a
very high ratio of highway road frontage to settled
area.
• Most undeveloped land in the City is wetlands or
floodplains, with low development potential, but
high value as habitat, natural area, or open space.
Developing residential neighborhoods where underused
facilities (roads, water and sewer, fire stations) are already
in place or nearby makes full use of existing infrastructure
and avoids the cost of new facilities. Similarly, commercial
and industrial uses require supporting infrastructure.
Where feasible, infill and reuse of vacant or underused
commercial and industrial properties with existing
infrastructure is generally more economical than
development that requires new infrastructure. Contiguous
development costs less to serve than dispersed
development. For example, utility costs increase as the
separation between developments increases. Costs likewise
increase as the distance from the existing service hook -ups
increases. Contiguous development near existing services
makes best use of public development expenditures.
Depending on the particular financing arrangement, such as
a Local Improvement District, residents in compact, more
contiguous developments may subsidize sewer and water
service for those in less developed areas.
The broad purpose of the land use plan is to ensure an
adequate supply of land that is:
• Suitable for development,
• In an ownership status that will allow development,
• Appropriately zoned,
• Located near needed utilities and services, and
• Located in desirable locations for various types of
development.
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5.3.1 Land Ownership
Over 66% of the land in the City of Kenai is government
owned, about 30% is in private ownership and 4.5% is in
Native ownership. Table 16 and Map 12 illustrate land
ownership patterns in the City.
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5.3.2 Suitability for Development
Local natural features have greatly influenced the
settlement patterns in the community with most
development occurring on well- drained sites along
highway corridors. Kenai has a variety of lands that are
appropriate for development. Of Kenai's 18,231 acres,
about 3,624 acres are already developed.20 Another 3,671
20 Developed acreage was calculated for entire parcels with
development valued at $10,000 or more.
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acres are vacant. Approximately 51% of vacant land is in
private ownership, outside of wetlands and floodplains, and
maybe suitable for development (Map 10). Access may
limit development in some areas.
Much of Kenai's land base, about 10,600 acres, is publicly
owned and classified as wetlands or floodplains. The
wetlands are concentrated north of the developed Kenai
Spur Highway corridor, north and south of Beaver Loop
Road and along the Kenai River. The floodplains are
situated along the Kenai River and minimal development
has occurred in these areas. While floodplains have limited
potential for future development, they have a high value as
natural areas and may support some low- impact, low
density uses.
Kenai is fortunate to have an ample inventory of privately
owned, vacant land suitable for development. Based on
existing development (residential, commercial, and
industrial), and the gross supply of undeveloped, privately -
owned land, there appears to more than adequate land
available for development through 2030.
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5.3.3 Business District
The business district (Map 13) encompasses an area of
commercial development along the Kenai Spur Highway
and the mostly undeveloped area adjacent to the Bridge
Access Road and the Spur Highway known as Millennium
Square.
The City's dominant spatial pattern - linear growth along
the Kenai Spur Highway - suits local ground conditions, but
it results in a weak, poorly defined city center. The
commercial areas in the business district include aging
businesses as well as large, new retail outlets. Although
there is a public perception that there are many vacant
buildings, there are actually very few buildings that are
vacant in the business district.
The development of the Millennium Square (Map 14) could
be an integral part of redefining the business district. This
area, formerly known as the Daubenspeck Tract,
encompasses several irregularly shaped parcels totaling
over 21 acres. Millennium Square is the last large City-
owned parcel of undeveloped land in the City's business
district overlooking the Kenai River.. This site provides
multiple opportunities for development. The Kenai
Economic Develop Strategy group developed a concept of
possible options for the area.
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5.3.4 Kenai Townsite Historic District
The City of Kenai created the Kenai Townsite Historic
District in 1993 (Map 15), comprised of 34 properties in
the traditional townsite located on the bluff above the
Kenai River. While locally significant, the townsite does not
meet the standards for a National Register Historic District
(Elliott 1996). The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin
Mary, however, is listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, and other properties in the Historic District may
qualify for listing.
The district's buildings span Kenai's evolution from its
origin as a Dena'ina village through the Russian settlement
period to today's mix of old and new buildings.
Unfortunately, many of the district's oldest, most historic
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St Nikolai Memorial Chapel in the Historic District
buildings were lost due to fire, demolition, or neglect before
the City created a special zoning district and ordinance to
conserve the old townsite. The purpose of the historic
district is to manage new development and building
alterations to protect and enhance the district's historic
character. All construction in the district is reviewed for
compliance with development criteria established by the
1993 ordinance. Residential and business uses are
regarded as desirable and compatible mixed uses in this
district.
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During development of the revision to this Comprehensive
Plan, the Kenaitze Indian Tribe expressed an interest in
developing a program to document the Dena'ina place
names in the Historic District and other areas of the
community. Such an initiative would provide a valuable
addition to the Historic District.
The Kenaitze Indian Tribe broke ground on a new facility in
the historic townsite during 2012. The 52,000 square foot
Dena'ina Health and Wellness Center will be located on
approximately four acres of land owned by the Tribe
(Figure 7).
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As the uses in the Townsite Historic District evolve, a
review of the zoning requirements may be useful. New
guidelines may be needed to encourage development while
protecting the historic qualities of the district. It may be
also desirable to revisit the standards to determine if the
district now meets the guidelines for the National Register
of Historic District.
5.3.5 Residential Neighborhoods
The natural terrain, early settlement, and a single highway
route shaped the pattern of early residential development
in Kenai. Today residential development has expanded
beyond the highway and main arterial roads.
Kenai has a large inventory of vacant residential -zoned
tracts that provides an opportunity to plan for subdivision
and development. Many of these tracts are already served
with improved roads, water and sewer, and other utilities.
Some of the residential lots have gone undeveloped
because they are smaller than preferred. It may be possible
to consolidate and replat some of the smaller lots to make
them more marketable. As noted earlier, promoting infill
development on vacant improved lots is a desirable goal to
achieve efficient land use and optimal use of City
infrastructure.
Some of Kenai's residential subdivisions lack desired
amenities such as neighborhood parks, better
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neighborhood access by foot to local schools and play areas,
paved streets, City water and sewer, street lighting and
landscaped buffers from incompatible uses and traffic.
Beaver Loop Road is a rural area with scenic vistas, natural
open space, and a low- density residential lifestyle with a
short drive to City services. The City is seeking funding to
widen the road shoulders and develop bike paths in this
area. This proposed development and the phased
expansion of the water and sewer infrastructure, including
expansion of the water treatment facility, may encourage
growth in this area. Much of the vacant property in the
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Beaver Loop area is affected by wetland or floodplain
conditions, and may not be suitable for uses more intense
than rural residential development.
In the late 1970's, construction of Bridge Access Road and
Warren Ames Memorial Bridge opened the Kalifornsky
Beach Road area for semi -urban settlement. Better access
has fostered development of attractive, low - density
housing with onsite water and sewer facilities.
Kenai residents place a high value on residential
neighborhoods that are safe for all ages and located near
important community facilities such as schools,
recreational facilities, the library, parks, government
services, and commercial areas.
5.3.6 Commercial Land Use
Kenai's role as a major trade and services center for the
Kenai Peninsula generates local investment, employment,
and sales tax revenue. In addition to providing local citizens
a varied mix of shopping opportunities, much of the market
base lives outside Kenai.
Commercial development has occurred in several places
within the community with the major development
corridor along Kenai Spur Highway, Bridge Access Road,
and in the Business District (Map 13). Businesses prefer to
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locate in areas where they will be highly visible to
motorists.
As the City of Kenai business district has shifted east, some
of Kenai's older business areas are presented with
economic challenges. Retail marketing trends, particularly
the trend towards big -box retail stores, have weakened
some established businesses and forced others to adapt.
This trend poses challenges to the success of Kenai's
business sector and the community's appearance. Local
residents have expressed a strong desire for increased
occupancy and improvements to the appearance of older
commercial buildings.
5.3.7 Industrial Land Use
Existing industrial land uses in Kenai total about 433 acres,
and another 720 . acres are vacant and zoned for industrial
uses. While the current economic outlook does not indicate
a demand for large industrial sites in the near future,
maintaining the viability of existing industry is a land use
and economic priority.
Currently, the chief industrial uses are marine - oriented
(e.g., fish processing, upland storage, fuel storage, marine
repair, and recreational fishing), aviation - related (e.g.,
aviation support services and cargo storage and transfer),
oil field support services (e.g., welding, training, and
fabrication), and gravel extraction. The decline of the
commercial fishing industry has affected operations of
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some fish processing plants. Some processors have adapted
by producing fresh fish products (Alaska Wild) rather than
canned fish.
In 2011, the City of Kenai received a legislative
appropriation of $761,650 to pursue development of an
industrial park adjacent to Marathon Road. An engineering
firm developed a conceptual layout for the 42 -acre
industrial park which will encompass 20 -25 lots. During
April 2012, the preliminary plat was approved for the site
and construction is expected to begin during the summer of
2013. The majority of companies expressing interest in the
facility represent the oil and gas industry which
demonstrates a revitalization of this industry on the Kenai
Peninsula.
While industry is expected to remain a minor land use,
Kenai should reserve its best - located industrial -zoned
tracts for future industrial uses that would not be suitable
for residential or commercial zones. Such a strategic
outlook to the future will allow Kenai to take advantage of
opportunities for future development.
The availability of local gravel sources plays an important
role in the encouragement of development. Historically,
gravel extraction has been allowed as a conditional use in
rural areas, particularly off Beaver Loop Road. Local
sources of gravel and fill materials are economically
advantageous, but there is potential for conflicts between
gravel extraction and transport and other nearby uses,
particularly in residential areas. The City's conditional use
and subdivision review processes can be effective tools to
require site reclamation and minimize negative impacts
from gravel operations. Mitigation plans that accompany
permits address impacts such as dust, noise, road safety
hazards, drainage, groundwater degradation, and other
impacts related to the surrounding environment.
5.3.8 Open Space and Habitats
Open space includes areas managed for parks and
recreation, areas zoned for conservation, and
undevelopable areas. The City's 358 acres designated for
parks, recreation and open space far exceeds the National
Recreation and Park Association guidelines for parks and
open space acreage, other than the neighborhood parks
category (see Section 4.5.4 for a description of areas
managed by the Kenai Parks and Recreation Department).
In addition, state and federal lands in and nearby the City
have also been designated for these purposes, including
areas adjacent to the Kenai River.
The City has zoned approximately 1,778 acres for
conservation where uses are restricted, although some of
this acreage may be more suitable for development (e.g.,
lands adjacent to the airport).
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An Example of Open Space in Kenai
In addition to areas designated for recreation and open
space, some areas provide de facto open space because of
incompatibility with other uses. For example, wetlands,
stream corridors, and utility corridors are not suitable for
development.
Open space areas provide outdoor recreation
opportunities, visual and sound buffers and habitats for fish
and wildlife. In addition to its habitat functions, wetlands
provide flood control and they act as a natural water
purification system. Establishing corridors between
designated open space areas is important for wildlife
migration and to retain options for future trail expansion.
In addition to the aforementioned values, open space can
enhance nearby property values.
A strategic evaluation of zoning districts may have merit to
determine what areas zoned for conservation would be
more suitable for other uses and what areas might be more
appropriate for a zoning as conservation. Approximately
1,042 acres owned by the airport currently zoned as
conservation should be considered for rezoning for
commercial or industrial uses. Areas zoned for other
purposes may be more appropriately zoned for
conservation. As an example, about 4,600 acres north of the
airport, mostly State Mental Health Trust lands, are
classified as wetlands, and some acreage in the Kenai River
floodplain is zoned as rural residential. These public lands
may be suitable for rezoning for conservation because they
have negligible development potential and are surplus to
Kenai's future development needs.
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6.1 Introduction - Framework for the Future
The following tables list the critical plan elements of Imagine 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 City government, 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.
Medium 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.
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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.
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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 priorities are listed as issues at the beginning
of each section.
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.
6.2 Goal 1- Quality of Life: Promote and encourage quality of life in Kenai.
Vision: Kenai is a healthy community that provides for the emotional, physical, economic and spiritual wellbeing of all
of its citizens, promotes the health and wellbeing for all age groups, provides opportunities for lifelong learning, and
encourages arts and cultural activities.
Quality of life issues relate to the general wellbeing 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, 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.
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Table 17: Goal 1- Quality of Life: Promote
and encourage quality of life in Kenai.
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7Provide
ety of formal and
ational programs.
Continue to adequately fund the library. Administration
Support, as appropriate, other Administration
opportunities for educational
City
City
programs.
Provide continued support for Administration
educational programs provided by the
Police and Fire De artments.21
City
Continue to promote and support the
Kenai Peninsula College and other
institutions of higher education
whenever ossible.
Continue to fund police and fire at Public Safety
levels adequate to provide for pubic
safet .
2. Ensure that Kenai is a community
where people and property are
safe.
City
Continue to educate the public of the Administration
importance of minimizing bear Public Safety
attractants to achieve a "bear safe"
City
community.
Identify areas of the community that Public Safety
require lighting and sidewalks for Public Works
pedestrian safety.
City
Identify high- density areas where Public Safety
speed limits may need reduced Public Works
especially in areas around schools,
City
parks, etc.
zt DARE, Domestic Violence Education, Bicycle Rodeos, Career Day, Internet Safety, Fire Prevention, CPR, and Community Emergency Response Training.
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Objectives
Strategies Priority Department
Fun
3. Retain First People's heritage in
Kenai.
Work with the local Alaska Native Administration
organizations to develop signs and Planning
Native
Organizations
maps to add indigenous place names in Parks &
City
Kenai. Recreation
Collaborate with the local Alaska Native Administration
City
organizations to identify culturally Planning
Native
sensitive issues and areas within the
Organizations
city.
4. Encourage healthy lifestyles by
Develop additional pedestrian and Planning
City
providing outdoor activities.
bicycle pathways. Parks &
State
Recreation
Federal
Public Works
Highway
Admin.
Create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly Public Works
City
community by keeping walkways and Parks &
bikeways clear of obstructions and Recreation
maintained year round.
S. Promote beautification programs
Review landscaping requirements for Planning
City
in Kenai.
commercial developments and Parks &
determine if they should be revised. Recreation
Consider establishing landscaping Planning
City
requirements in all zoning districts. Parks &
Recreation
Consider increasing landscaping in city Parks &
maintained rights of way. Recreation
City
Planning
Consider establishing a City- sponsored Parks &
City
grant beautification program. Recreation
Plinning
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6. Actively provide senior services.
Support development of additional
, Administration
senior housing,
City
Senior Services
Promote services available at the Senior , Senior Services
City
Center.
Support senior and health agencies and , Senior Services
City
the private sector in their efforts to
provide an assisted living facility for the
Communit .
Review the 1995 TSH survey and , Planning
7. Consider nominating the Townsite
City
Historic District (TSH) to the
recommendations from the survey.
National Register Historic District
Update the TSH to add new information , Planning
city
regarding structures in the survey.
Research criteria to determine if the Planning
City
TSH could be included in the National
Register Historic District.
Determine if there is adequate property , Planning
8. Develop strategies to ensure there
is
Cit
adequate affordable housing in
zoned multi-family.
y
Kenai
Consider revising the subdivision code , Planning
City
to include zero lot line subdivisions.
Investigate alternative development , Planning
City
options for multi - family that provide
for ownership of property, i.e. common -
interest ownership, planned unit
develo menu, etc.
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6.3 Goal 2 -Economic Development: Provide economic development to support the fiscal health of
the community.
Vision: Kenai has a secure economic vitality by being a community that has a wide variety of job opportunities and
workforce support and development by providing a quality of life and financial climate that encourages businesses to
start up, expand or relocate to Kenai and by providing a built environment based on standards that sustain long -term
economic viability and growth and that promotes affordable residential and commercial development
Public infrastructure, sensible regulations, public - private partnerships, 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 Municipal Airport to attract
business, industry, tourism and conventions.
• Promote development of the harbor and waterfront.
Kenai Fine Arts Center
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Table 18: Goal 2 - Economic Development:
community.
Provide economic development to support the fiscal health of
the
Department
ortunities for job
rsecurity.
Develop City internships,
, Administration
apprenticeships, on the job training, and Human Resources
City
student hire programs.
Use regional economic and workforce Administration
City
statistics to match the most suitable
type of industry for particular areas and
then market these areas.
Compete for the siting of large Administration
City
industrial or manufacturing companies
by promoting advantages such as
transportation, access of developed
industrial locations.
Promote tourist businesses and Administration
City
activities.
Develop alternatives to constructing a Administration
City
City- funded convention center to
promote Kenai as a large meeting
destination.
Consider property tax relief as a Administration
10. Implement business - friendly
City
regulations, taxation and
development incentive. Finance
incentives.
Research cost and benefits of reverse Administration
City
taxation or tax deferral for
improvements to support business
incentives.
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22 In 2012, the Kenai Chamber of Commerce merged with the Kenai Visitor's Bureau, and the new organization is called the Kenai Chamber of
Commerce and Visitors Center.
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Department
11. Recruit specific businesses that
Encourage the oil and gas industry to Administration
City
are necessary to maintain the
locate in Kenai to capitalize on (Kenai Chamber of
KCCVC
local economy.
economic value of natural resources. Commerce and
Visitors Center
KCCVC 2z
Market Kenai as a health center Administration
City
destination. KCCVC
KCCVC
Pursue retail business opportunities. i Administration
City
KCCVC
KCCVC
Establish City theme and /or brand to Administration
City
help market Kenai as a business and KCCVC
KCCVC
industrial center.
Capitalize on the tourism industry by Administration
City
marketing tourist - oriented businesses KCCVC
KCCVC
and conventions.
Review development options allowed in • 0 Administration
City
the Old Town area and determine if Planning
they need to be revised.
Consider incentives for redevelopment . Planning
City
of Old Town. Finance
22 In 2012, the Kenai Chamber of Commerce merged with the Kenai Visitor's Bureau, and the new organization is called the Kenai Chamber of
Commerce and Visitors Center.
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Advertise that Kenai is an adaptable, Administration
consumer- friendly, technology- KCCVC
advanced, innovative, and performance -
City
KCCVC
driven, environment to attract
technology -based and knowledge -based
industries.
Work with State to manage and promote Administration
commercial andsport fisheries.
Market Kenai as a center for educational- Administration
based institutions.
City
State
City
Review the Kenai Economic Administration
Development Strategy (KEDS) 2004
City
Millennium Square Development Plan to
determine if the plan should be
considered and /or updated as a general
uide F S uare.
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6.4 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.
Preparing for Fishing at the Kenai Boat Launching Facility
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Table 19: Goal 3 - Land Use: Develop
growth and development.
land use strategies to implement a forward- looking approach to community
Department
rReviewzoninig and subdivision
sent and future land
Reexamine zoning definitions. Planning
Audit City zones and amend zoning as needed to Planning
meet land use objectives.
City
City
Review the Land Use Table to ensure uses Planning
provided for in zones are compatible with the
City
intent of the zone.
Review incompatible uses in zones. Planning
City
Consider zoning amendments for properties Planning
ad'acent to hi hway corridors.
City
Review landscaping ordinance to ensure buffers Planning
are re uired to rotect nei hI I )ds.
City
Review recreation zone to determine types of P
uses that should be permitted, i.e., racetrack, ublic Safety
ATV, snow machine trails and other similar
City
activities.
Identify areas that should be zoned recreation. Planning
City
Encourage creative subdivision design for Planning
residential areas.
City
Amend subdivision code to consolidate access Planning
via frontage roads or by shared driveways onto
main streets /highways.
City
Amend subdivision code to add a requirement Planning
to reserve open space and parklands in new
City
subdivisions.
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Objectives
Strategies Priority Department
Funding
Amend landscaping code to require retention of Planning
natural vegetation during development.
City
Promote neighborhood beautification programs. Parks &
City
Recreation
Review Conditional Use Permit and Zoning Planning
City
Amendment Standards.
Review siting for oil and gas developments to Planning
City
determine whether these developments should
be allowed in residential neighborhoods.
13. Review future land use map
Monitor Beaver Loop Road improvements to Planning
City
annually to monitor changes in
determine if land use along Beaver Loop should
land use.
be reclassified on the future land use ma .
Monitor Conditional Use Permits on Angler Planning
City
Drive to determine if land use along Angler
Drive should be reclassified on the future land
use map.
14. Review siting for oil and gas
Develop standards or guidelines for oil and gas Planning
City
developments.
developments.
15. Review revitalization strategies
Promote this area for mixed use because of its Planning
City
for the area adjacent to the
location and scenic views.
Explore techniques to redevelop or revitalize Planning
City
Bridge Access Road beginning at
Millennium Square to the boat
this area for commercial uses.
Develop strategies to market area as a prime Planning
City
landing.
waterfront location for a hotel or restaurant
area.
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6.5
Goal 4 - Public Improvements and Services: Provide adequate public improvements and
services in I{enai.
Vision: Kenai encourages public involvement in decision making; has we 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 (motocross /snow machines)
trail systems.
• Pursue public transportation options.
• Investigate public free Wi -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.
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Table 20: Goal 4 - Public Improvements
and Services: Provide adequate public improvements and services
in Kenai.
Department
ibility /need for
Continue to secure the funding for the Administration
City
7Evaluate
vements.
Kenai River bluff erosion project.
State
Federal
Erect signage and street markings at Public Works
City
bicycle path and road crossings to alert
State
drivers that there are pedestrians and
bicyclists on the bicycle paths.
Encourage the Alaska Department of Public Works
City
Transportation and Public Facilities to
State
place signs and street markings alerting
drivers of bicyclists on the Bridge
Access Road and other high traffic areas.
Investigate options to provide Public Works
City
separation on the roadway between the Planning
street and pedestrians.
Inventory existing roads and utilities Public Works
City
and identify and prioritize upgrades.
Research feasibility of extending Public Works
City
water /sewer to Beaver Loop Road and
Valhalla Subdivision.
Maintain and improve when necessary Public Works
City
street lights, City roads and buildings.
Develop a long -term plan identifying Public Works
City
and listing road upgrades.
Review snow removal policy for City Public Works
City
streets to determine if alternate
methods should be considered.
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' Department
17. Provide a wide variety of
Continue to use social media as well as Administration
opportunities for the public to
other methods to reach a broad range
g Information
City
participate in local land use
of citizens. Technology
decisions.
Upgrade the City website. Information
City
Technology
Enhance services through technology, Administration
City
Information
Technology
Continue efforts to improve the water Public Works
18. Maintain existing water /sewer
utilities.
in Kenai. Administration
Promote the Library as a community Administration
City
19. Consider additional city activities
City
and services.
center. Libraly
Promote recycling at City facilities and Public Works
City
in the community.
Develop and implement a coordinated Administration
City
plan for IT services. Information
Technolo
Focus on short and long -term data Administration
City
storage and operations. Information
Technology
Expand Library programming for all Library
a e rou s.
City
Provide video conferencing at the Library
City
Librar for communi use.
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6.6 Goal 5 - Transportation: Provide transportation systems that are efficient and adequate to
serve the regional needs of the community.
Vision. Kenai Municipal Airport is a gateway to the Kenai Peninsula and West Cook Inlet,• the roads are designed,
constructed, and maintained foryear -round use; and the harbor functions as a vital facility for water connection to
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 7,830 -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 ++K
of private commercial fish processing docks. Moorage is by buoys anchored in the
Kenai River.
Issues:
• Support development of:
➢ Alternative transportation opportunities such as a ferry, train, ride
share, and bus systems.
➢ Pedestrian pathways - sidewalks, bike paths, and trails.
➢ Completion of the 44ane highway between Kenai and Soldotna.
➢ Completion of the Unity Bike Path.
➢ Pedestrian /green space with new road construction.
Road Work in Kenai
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Table 21: Goal 5 - Transportation:
regional needs of the community.
Provide transportation systems that are efficient and adequate to serve the
e Department
Z0. Fulfill the Kenai Municipal
Airport's "To
Rezone airport lands within the Airport Planning
primary mission, be
Reserve to zoning consistent with the Airport Airport g
City
the commercial air
Master Plan and Layout Plan.
transportation gateway to the
Kenai
Rezone airport lands outside the Airport Planning
City
Peninsula Borough and
Cook
Reserve to meet the mandate of the 1963 g
Airport
Inlet."
airport deed.
Promote development of airport lands. Administration
City
Airport
Actively market leases of the airport Administration
City
industrial park. Airport
Research the cost and benefit of establishing Administration
City
a tax free zone at the airport. Airport
Finance
Determine highest and best use of airport Airport
City
21. Monitor progress of Statewide
land that is not needed for airport uses. Plannin
Collaborate with the State to widen the Kenai
Transportation Improvement
Administration
Spur Highway to four lanes and to provide
city
Plan (STIP).
turn lanes.
State
Pursue local road projects through annual Administration
City
bud et re uests from the STIR
Inventory City rights -of -way, sidewalks, and
22. Establish maintenance and
upgrade program for City's
Public Works
trails.
City
transportation system.
Prioritize maintenance /upgrades for streets, , Public Works
City
sidewalks, and trails based on criteria
established in Ci 's maintenance ro ram.
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6.7 Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation: Ensure that Kenai has excellent parks and recreational facilities
and opportunities.
Vision. Kenai enhances the quality of life for all citizens through parks 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 facility for 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
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Table 22: Goal 6 - Parks and Recreation: Ensure that Kenai has excellent parks and recreational facilities and
opportunities.
Ji Department
23. Create greenbelts around the Provide reenbelts alon ri ht -of -wa corridorPublic Works Ci community. Determine if there are areas that would be Planning City appropriate to rezone for green /open space Parks & Recreation
buffer zones, more green spaces, and more
24. Maintain existing recreational
Develop a master plan for Parks and Recreation.
opportunities and plan for
Parks & Recreation
City
new parks and recreation
improvements.
Implement the Parks and Recreation Trails Plan.
Recreation
City
Pursue funding to complete the Unity Trail
Planning
bic cle athwa along Bridge Access Road.
Parks &Recreation
city
State
Continue to support city- sponsored youth
Administration
city
activities such as little league, disc golf and youth
Parks & Recreation
soccer.
Support projects that provide additional quality
Administration
City
outdoor and indoor recreation.
Consider educational programs to install ,
Parks & Recreation
City
informative displays to explain the importance of
Public Works
State
preserving and protecting wetlands and other
Investigate the need for property to be set aside Planning city
for future facilities.
Include trails and bicycle paths in funding Parks &Recreation
Planning City
re uests in future trans ortations lans. Parks & Recreation
Obtain funding to develop a pedestrian /bicycle Administration City
trails ]an.
State
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6.8 Goal 7 - Natural Hazards and Disasters: Prepare and protect the citizens of Kenai from natural
hazards and disasters
vision; Kenai has ewol + rtcd aWjvw~ P90W FAMM E B .dW r
programs that minhWae Che risk to the, comm#;aW/ftvjn wowd hapmo4aad fy .. „
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.
Bluff Erosion along Kenai River
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Table 23: Goal 7 - Natural Hazards
and Disasters: Prepare and protect the citizens of Kenai from
disasters.
natural
hazards and
r
Department
25. Implement the Hazard
Develop and demonstrate defensible
Public Safety
city
Mitigation Plan strategies.
space and landscaping techniques to
y
encourage community and home
construction contractor participation.
Reduce fuels in hazard areas and
Public Safety
City
emergency egress routes in
KPB
cooperation with the State Division of
State
Forestry and landowners.
Raise public awareness of the
Public Works
City
Possible magnitude of flood damage
Planning
KPB
and debris based on historical events
using onsite visits and meetings
State
during the permit process.
Educate the public of the importance
Public Works
City
of securing of docks, vehicles, trash
Planning
KPB
and utilities (LPG tanks, fuel tanks,
State
etc.) to reduce loss and reduce influx
of debris into waterways during
floods.
Alert the public to the harmful effects
Public Safety
city
of volcanic ash fallout to life and
property.
KPB
Continue cooperative advisements to
Public Safety
City
the public via Borough Office of
Emergency Management (OEM), local
KPB
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media, and City of Kenai websites
during periods of increased volcanic
and seismic activity.
Provide information regarding Public Safety
City
measures to prevent illness and
damage to air intake of homes,
vehicles and businesses.
Prepare citizens and the built Public Safety
City
environment to better survive the
KPB
hazards associated with earthquakes
through the promotion of public
education.
Promote the practice of sheltering in Public Safety
City
place, and encourage the preparation
KPB
of citizens for self- sufficiency in a
post-earthquake scenario.
Continue cooperative advisements to Public Safety
City
public via Borough OEM, local media,
KPB
and local emergency responders to
collectively evacuate the public. .
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6.9 Goal 8 -Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment
of the community.
Vision: Kenai practices mindful stewardship of the natural resources and the environment to ensure they are
Protected an:enced 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 wildlifp_
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 dipnet fishery.
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Table 24: Goal 8 - Environmental Resources: Protect and enhance the natural resources and environment of the
community.
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Department
26. Maintain and improve
orAgency
Increase education efforts to protect Public Works
City
protection of the Kenai River
wetlands, riverbanks and areas Parks & Recreation
and wetland areas.
important to salmon rearing through
signage describing importance of
habitat.
Continue to work with the State of Administration
City/State
Alaska to mitigate damages caused by
the di net fishery.
Encourage protection of critical Administration
City
wetlands by obtaining conservation Planning
easements.
Continue efforts to protect the dunes. Administration
City
Planning
Increase signage along the bluffs at the Administration
City
mouth of the Kenai River to educate Planning
people of the damage caused by
climbing the bluffs.
Divert public trails away from sensitive Public Works
City
salmonspawning streams. Parks & Recreation
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R &M Consultants, Inc. 2008. Groundwater monitoring report: Kenai River bluff erosion. Prepared for U.S. Army Engineers. 10 pp.
Salomon, A., Huntington, H. and N. Tanape Sr. Imam cimiucia: Our challenging sea. Alaska Sea Grant College Program.
Scenarios Network for Alaska and Arctic Planning. 2012. htto: / /www.snap.uaf.edu/ Accessed 14 February 2012.
Smith, Orson and Gary Williams. 2010. On the coast. Aguide promoting an understanding of coastal processes and good stewardship of
coastal property on the Kenai Peninsula. Kenai River Center. 72 pp.
State of Alaska. 2012. Climate change in Alaska. htt_p: / /www.climatechange .alaska.gov /cc- ak.htm Accessed 14 February 2012.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 2011. Kenai River Bluff Limited Economic, Cultural and Historic Property Evaluation -February 2011. Report
produced by Tetra Tech, Surface Water Group, Seattle, WA.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2012a. http/ /kenai.fws.gov/ science /ExternaiReps/berg/clmtl22.htm Accessed 14 February 2012.
. 2012b. http: / /alaska.fws.gov /climate /pdf /FactSheet Kenai NWR -pdf Accessed 14 February 2012.
USGS. 2011. Assessment of undiscovered oil and gas resources of the Cook Inlet region, South - Central Alaska, 2011. United States Geological
Survey.
Whittaker, D. and B. Shelby. 2010. Kenai River recreation study: Major findings and implications. Prepared for the Alaska Department of
Natural Resources, Division of parks and Outdoor Recreation. 149 pp.
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Appendix A: Public Outreach and Participation
1.0 Introduction
This plan describes efforts for public participation and outreach for the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan revision. The plan is
intended to be a living document that will be updated periodically to take advantage of unexpected opportunities. As well as a
planning document, it will also document public outreach efforts that have already been accomplished.
2.0 Boards and Commissions
Involvement of City boards and commissions in the plan revision process provides an important link to the public. Boards and
commissions involve community residents in City affairs on an ongoing basis.
Department heads, board and commission members and the consultants met on the evening of April 21, 2011. Using a group
process, the meeting participants prioritized actions the boards and commissions can take to fulfill the City's mission. The
consultants prepared a meeting summary that identified all of the ideas generated during this meeting. Follow up meetings were
held with some of the boards and commissions.
3.0 Planning Commission Meetings
Preparation of the Comprehensive Plan is one of the most important functions of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• April 13, 2011 - Briefing on the plan update,
• June 8, 2011 - Work session on draft land use classification,
• June 22, 2011 - Work session on draft land use map,
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• July 13, 2011 - Work session on land use map,
• July 27, 2011 - Review of Public Outreach and Participation Plan,
• July 27, 2011 - Work session on land use map,
• October 12, 2011- Work session on land use map. Overview of background information,
• February 8, 2012 - May 23, 2012 - Twice - monthly work sessions on Background Report,
• June 27, 2012 - Work session on Implementation Plan,
• July 11, 2012 - Work session on Implementation Plan,
• July 25, 2012 - Work session on Future Land Use Map,
• August 22, 2012 - Work session on Future Land Use Map,
• September 12, 2012 - Work session on Public Review Draft,
• September 26, 2012 - Work session on Public Review Draft,
• October 24, 2012 - Work session on Public Review Draft,
• November 14, 2012 - Work session on Public Review Draft, and
• November 28, 2012 - Work session on Public Review Draft.
4.0 Public Meetings and Formal Comment Periods
In addition to other meetings discussed in this document, two community -wide public meetings provided the public an opportunity
to provide input on the plan. The April 2011 public meeting provided an introduction to the planning process and the October 2012
meeting focused on review of the Public Review Draft of the plan. Formal comment periods associated with these meetings were
held April 2011 and September 19 - October 19, 2012.
The City sponsored an initial community-wide public meeting at the Senior Center on April 23, 2011. After a short presentation
about comprehensive planning, a visioning exercise resulted in a list of what the participants want the community to look like in
2021. The ideas were grouped under three topics: Land use, infrastructure and quality of life.
During the April 23 public meeting, participants broke into 9 different groups of approximately 6 people in each group. The groups
brainstormed ideas and prioritized the top three actions related to two key questions. The first question asked "What policies,
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initiatives and actions should be pursued over the next decade to improve and ensure a high quality of life for residents of the City of
Kenai?' and the second question asked "What revisions to the land use map are needed to ensure there is adequate land available
for all uses; including, but not limited to commercial, residential, industrial and open space ?" A meeting summary lists the top
priorities, and the attachment to the summary lists all of the ideas generated during the meeting.
A second public meeting was held on October 5, 2012 at the Kenai Senior Center. An open house format was used and two formal
presentations of the plan were provided.
5.0 Agency Outreach
The consultants and planning staff informed appropriate state and federal agencies throughout the planning process. Meetings
were held with the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Department on October 12, 2011 and with the Mental Health Lands Trust on
November 30, 2011.
6.0 Meetings with Business Leaders and Economic Development Organizations
A meeting with community business leaders, held on June 8, 2011, involved a similar group process that was used for the other
meetings. The business leaders developed a prioritized list of actions in response to the key question: "What policies, initiatives and
actions should the City of Kenai pursue over the next decade to sustain existing businesses and to create new business
opportunities ?" The meeting summary is posted on the City of Kenai webpage. A second meeting with business leaders will be
scheduled to discuss goals and objectives that will be included in the plan revision. Additional meetings with the business
community included:
• October 20, 2011 - Meeting with the Kenai Peninsula Realtors organization,
• November 18, 2011 - Meeting with the Kenai Chapter of The Alliance, and
• April 5, 2012 - Meeting with Unocal Retirees Group.
7.0 Native Community
The Planning Director and consultant met with representatives of local Native organizations to brief them about the Comprehensive
Plan revision and to discuss the possibility of a meeting with all members of the tribes and the local corporations:
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• July 12, 2011 - Meeting with Penny Carty of the Salamatof Native Association,
• July 12, 2011 - Meeting with Sasha Lindgren, Kenaitze Indian Tribe,
• July 14, 2011- Meeting with the Board of Salamatof Native Association,
• September 15, 2011 - Meeting with Kenaitze Indian Tribe Board in Homer,
• October 30, 2011 - Meeting with Cook Inlet Region Incorporated (CIRI), and
• February 10, 1012 - Meeting with Diana Zirul and Vernon Stanford of the Kenai Natives Association.
8.0 Meetings with Other Groups
October 12, 2011 - Meeting with the Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) organization, a
local group interested in health issues.
November 21, 2011 - Meeting of the Kenai Rotary club.
May 10, 2012 - Update of Comprehensive Plan progress to Council on Aging.
9.0 Other Public Participation Techniques
In addition to public meetings, a number of other public participation techniques were used throughout the plan revision process.
9.1 Survey
The City launched a web -based survey on March 1, 2012 using a program called SurveyMonkey. In addition to accepting online
comments, hard copies of the surveys were distributed at the City Library and City Offices. The public was notified about the survey
using several methods including a notice with the water and sewer bills, a project newsletter, and a notice submitted to the
Peninsula Clarion on April 25, 2012. Seventy-nine surveys were received at the conclusion of the survey period on May 14, 2012. In
addition, 89 students completed the survey (see section 9.5). The surveys were posted on the City website on June 7, 2012.
9.2 Facebook Page
A Facebook page for the project was completed on November 3, 2011. The page can be located on Facebook at "City of Kenai
Comprehensive Plan."
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9.3 City Website
The City's Website includes a link to current plan revision documents from the home page.
9.4 Newsletters
Two newsletters were distributed to the City's mailing list, and additional copies were made available at the City Library. The first
newsletter was distributed in February 2012 and the second newsletter was distributed in September 2012.
9.5 School outreach
On April 9, 2012 consultant Eileen Bechtol presented a power point presentation to two classes of Kenai High School seniors in their
government classes. All the seniors in the school were given an opportunity to complete an online survey very similar to the one
completed by the community. Eighty -nine surveys were completed by the students.
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Appendix B - Economic Indicators
Income: The estimated annual income for households in the City of Kenai in 2009 ($54,054) was about 18.8% lower than that for
Alaska, and the estimated per capita income ($27,597) was about 6.1% lower than that for Alaska.
The median household income was estimated to be $51,875 with 3,004 households. Of these households:
•. 21.1% earned less than $25,000,
• 27.5% earned between $25,000 and $49,999,
• 29.2% earned between $50,000 and $99,999, and
• 22.0% earned above $100,000.
Per capita income in 2009 was estimated to be $27,597, an increase over 2000 ($20,789). Families whose income fell below the
poverty line in that past 12 months of the survey equaled 5.4 %, and 8.1% of all people earned income below the poverty level.
Sales: For the five -year period between 2005 and 2009, the City of Kenai s average annual total gross sales was $488.3 million with
a high of $607.7 million in 2007 (Kenai Peninsula Borough 2010). Sales in 2009 - $74.8 million - represent a 35.7% decrease from
2008.
Gross sales in 2009 by line of business in order of volume were: Sales (40.1%), construction (13.7%), wholesale (10.5%), services
(6.2 %), manufacturing (5.5 %), utility (4.9x/0), resource production (4.7 %), property (4.5 %), transportation and warehousing
(3.9 %), professional (3.1 %), tourism (1.9 %), and government (1.0 %).
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In 1990, the City of Kenai had 20.6% of the Kenai Peninsula Borough's gross sales, in 2000 19.2% and an average of 17.5% for the
years 2004 -2009. However, the City's share of borough sales dropped to 14.5% in 2009.
Retail trade: The retail industry in the City of Kenai is relatively mature. Retail sales in 2000 totaled $136.3 million, about 48% of
total sales. In 2008, retail sales totaled $139.7 million, and about 23% of total sales. Annual retail sales growth has fluctuated
between 2000 and 2008 with an average annual increase of only 1.0 %. Per capita gross retail sales in the City of Kenai ($20,406) in
2007 were nearly 63% higher than the borough -wide per capita sales ($12,527), and about 50% higher than for Alaska ($13,635).
Retail Space: In 2000, the City of Kenai had 582,318 square feet of retail space which represented 27.1% of the retail space in the
borough and 12% of the number of retail buildings. In 2008, the retail space increased by 41% to $822,853 square feet,
representing 27% of the borough's retail space and 19% of the number of retail buildings.
Permits: While the Kenai Peninsula Borough does not issue building permits, the communities of Kenai, Homer, Seldovia, Seward,
Soldotna do. For the five -year period between 2005 and 2009, the average annual value of all types of construction permits issued
by the City of Kenai was $19.0 million with a high of $46.5 million in 2008. In 2009, the value of construction permits was $7.7
million, a 67% decrease from the previous year and the lowest value for the five -year period. Table 8 provides additional permit
information for selected years.
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Business Licenses: As of July 2011, there were 1,137 licensed businesses with an address in the City of Kenai (DCCED 2011).
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Appendix C: Summary of Community Surveys
The Comprehensive Planning Team used 2 surveys to solicit input from the community on city services. The first online survey
targeted adult residents in the community, and the second survey involved high school seniors. In addition to accepting online
comments, hard copies of the surveys were distributed at the City Library and City Offices. The public was notified about the survey
using several methods including a notice with the water and sewer bills, a project newsletter, and a notice submitted to the
Peninsula Clarion on April 25, 2012. Seventy-nine surveys were received at the conclusion of the survey period on May 14, 2012. In
addition, 89 students completed the survey. This appendix includes results from both surveys using graphs. A more complete
analysis of the surveys was posted on the City website.
1.0 Results of the Online Public Survey
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51.5%(34)
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26.2%(17)
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34.8%(23)
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19.7%(13)
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27.5%(19)
37.7%(26)
17.4%(12)
11.6% 8
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23.9%(16)
22.4%(15)
17.9%(12)
17.9 12
16.4%(11)
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operate a convention center?
12.9%(9)
15.7% 11
14.3%(10)
20.0%(14)
28.6%(201
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Would you support an increase in
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12.9% 9
4.3% 3
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37.1% 26
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Would you support local property tax
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properties?
19.7% 14
33.8% 24
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12.7%(9)
9.9% 7
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16.7%(14)
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2.4%(2)
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Target, etc.
25.9%(221
30.6%(26)
21.2%(18)
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7.1%(6)
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24.1%(20)
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32.9%(28)
23.5%(20)
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21.4%(18)
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9.5%(8)
11.9% 10
Should the City of Kenai construct and
operate a convention center?
16.5%(14)
12.9%(11)
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10.6%(9)
7.1%(6)
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STAFF REPORT
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Date: January 30, 2013 Revocation of Res: PZ06 -26
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Rick Voth Et Al 252 -6211
Captain Bligh's Beaver Creek Lodge
Operated by Steve Voth
1035 Angler Drive
Kenai, AK 99611
Requested Action:
Revocation of Conditional Use Permit — Lodging and
Guide Service
Legal Description:
Lot 4, Anglers Acres Subdivision Part 3
Street Address:
1045 Angler Drive
KPB Parcel No.:
04939035
Existing Zoning:
RR — Rural Residential
Current Land Use:
Lodging and Guide Service
Land Use Plan:
Rural Residential
ANAL YSIS
General Information:
On April 12, 2006, Steve and Rick Voth received Conditional Use Permit PZ06 -26 to
operate Lodging and Guide Service, from 1045 Angler Drive. This property is located in
the Rural Residential (RR) zone. KMC 14.20.150(e)(f) outlines the requirements and /or
obligations to operate a business under a Conditional Use Permit:
KMC 14.20.150(e) - ".... the applicant is current on all obligations (e,g.,
sales tax, property tax, lease payments, utility payments) to the City or has
entered into an approved payment plan with the City on any obligations
owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan. "
KMC 14.20.1500- "The permit holder shall submit a yearly report
between October 1st and December 31st to the administrative official.
Such report shall include a summary of the on -site activity.
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KMC 14.20.150(g) outlines the process to revoke an approved Conditional Use Permit
for noncompliance /compliance notices.
Background:
Since the transfer of this permit in 2006, there have been multiple instances of
compliance concerns with this property. The property owners are notified each year that
their annual reporting is due to the City by December 31" of the calendar year. The City
has had to continually send out reminder notices to the applicant.
On August 11 2010, the Commission held a revocation hearing for PZ06 -26, the permit
was out of compliance with the City of Kenai for Local Improvement District assessment
fees, and the Kenai Peninsula Borough for both sales and property tax. The Commission
postponed revocation of the permit until August 10, 2011, to provide time for the
property owner to comply with requirements of the permit.
On August 11, 2011, the Commission reviewed the permit and found that the property
owner had complied with the requirements of the permit and dismissed the pending
revocation of PZ06 -26.
Noncompliance:
the property is out of compliance due to a failure to pay Kenai Peninsula Borough
property
• Kenai Peninsula Borough property tax — Parcel #04939035 — 1045 Angler Drive,
2012 past due property tax is $3,000.98 and personal property tax for $556.94 for
a total amount due of $3,557.92.
On January 8, 2012, Steve Voth advised the Planning Department he was working on
getting the money necessary to bring the property into compliance with the Kenai
Peninsula Borough. Mr. Voth was advised to contact the Borough to make arrangements
for compliance. As of January 30, 2013, the Delinquent Accounts Department has had no
contact with Mr. Voth.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant has been notified that not being current with Kenai Peninsula Borough tax
obligations is a violation of KMC 14.20.150.
It is recognized that the owner should be given an opportunity to bring the operation into
compliance. Operators of Conditional Use Permits need to understand that permits are
issued under strict guidelines and are expected to operate under those guidelines. In
addition to staying current with all tax, assessments, and licensing the business must
operate in a safe manner.
Administration is recommending the following:
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Property owner must:
• Become current with Kenai Peninsula Borough personal and property taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of payments to the Kenai Peninsula Borough through
December 31, 2013.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2013.
• Continue to comply with requirements outlined in amended PZ06 -26.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Amended Resolution PZ06 -26
2. 1/28/13 Revocation letter to property owners
3. 1/9/13 Letter to property owners
- CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AMENDED RESOLUTION NO. PZ06 -26
rtie.ryof REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150 AND THE CONDITIONS PLACED ON THE PERMIT
ON AUGUST 10, 2011.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ06 -26 was approved on April 12, 2006.
2. The permit was for the property located at Lot 5, Anglers Acres Subdivision Part 3 —1045
Angler Drive.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04939035.
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. The property is delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Taxes, past due amount
owed: $3,557,92.
7. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
8. On January 9, 2013, a letter to the permit holder to provide notification of non - conformance.
If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would be scheduled
for February 13, 2013.
9. On January 28, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
10. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
11, The Commission finds that it is reasonable to provide the permit holder an opportunity to
conform to the requirements of the permit and to meet all obligations to the City and
Borough for the property.
12. That the Commission finds that revoking the permit should be postponed to provide the
opportunity for compliance.
13. That the following additional requirements have been established by the Commission as a
condition of postponing the revocation:
• Become current with Kenai Peninsula Borough personal and property taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of payments to the Kenai Peninsula Borough through
December 31, 2013.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2013.
• Continue to comply with requirements outlined in amended PZ06 -26.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 HELD BY STEVE AND RICK VOTH DBA
CAPTAIN BLIGH'S BEAVER CREEK LODGE FOR CABIN RENTALS IS DISMISSED
AND AMENDED AS LISTED ABOVE.
PZ13 -03 (06 -26) Revocation
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PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON:
z CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
s AMENDED RESOLUTION NO. PZ06 -26
ftie 'ty f REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF IONIC 14.20.150 AND THE CONDITIONS PLACED ON THE PERMIT
ON AUGUST 10, 2011.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ06 -26 was approved on April 12, 2006.
2. The permit was for the property located at Lot 5, Anglers Acres Subdivision Part 3 —1045
Angler Drive.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04939035.
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. The property is delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Taxes, past due amount
owed: $3,557,92.
7. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
8. On January 9, 2013, a letter to the permit holder to provide notification of non - conformance.
If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would be scheduled
for February 13, 2013.
9. On January 28, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
10. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
11. The Commission finds that it is reasonable to provide the permit holder an opportunity to
conform to the requirements of the permit and to meet all obligations to the City and
Borough for the property.
12. That the Commission finds that revoking the permit should be postponed to provide the
opportunity for compliance.
13. That the following additional requirements have been established by the Commission as a
condition of postponing the revocation:
• Become current with Kenai Peninsula Borough personal and property taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of payments to the Kenai Peninsula Borough through
• December 31, 2013.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2013.
• Continue to comply with requirements outlined in amended PZ06 -26.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 HELD BY STEVE AND RICK VOTH DBA
CAPTAIN BLIGH'S BEAVER CREEK LODGE FOR CABIN RENTALS IS POSTPONED
AND AMENDED AS LISTED ABOVE.
PZ13 -03 (06 -26) Revocation
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PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ06 -26
hecltyof REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
KENAI, ALASKA
u
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150 AND THE CONDITIONS PLACED ON THE PERMIT
ON AUGUST 10, 2011.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ06 -26 was approved on April 12, 2006.
2. The permit was for the property located at Lot 5, Anglers Acres Subdivision Part 3 —1045
Angler Drive.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04939035.
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. Property is delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Taxes, past due amount
owed: $3,557.92.
7. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
8. On January 9, 2013, a letter to the permit holder to provide notification of non - conformance.
If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would be scheduled
for February 13, 2013.
9. On January 28, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
10. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 HELD BY STEVE AND RICK VOTH DBA
CAPTAIN BLIGH'S BEAVER CREEK LODGE FOR CABIN RENTALS IS REVOKED.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: (907) 283 -7535 / FAX: (907) 283 -3014
1hed!'lyofj www.ci.kenai.ak.us
KENAI, ALASKA
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January 28, 2013
Mailed Certified &
Regular
Steve and Rick Voth
Capt. Bligh — Beaver Creels Lodge
1035 Angler Drive
Kenai, AK 99611
RE: PZ06 -26 Lots 4, Anglers Acres Subdivision No. 3 —1045 Angler Dr.
NOTICE OF REVOCATION HEARING — FEBRUARY 13, 2013
A revocation hearing has been set before the Planning & Zonin2 Commission for
Wednesday, February 13, 2013, at 7 p.m. At that time you will have an opportunity to
discuss the permit status with the Commission and to address why the Commission should
not revoke your permit. (KMC 14.20.150(2)).
KMC 14.20.150(f) requires annual reporting to insure permits are in compliance with the
conditions of the permit and with the requirements listed in KMC 14.20.150(8). Based on the
2012 report, this permit is out of compliance for the following:
Kenai Peninsula Borough Property taxes on KPB Parcel # 04939035 - 1045 Anger Drive.
As of January 25, 2013, the past due amount owed is $3,557.92 (property tax - $3,000.98
and personal property tax - $556.94).
Any information you would like the Commission to consider at this hearing, should be provided
in a timely mariner so the information can be included in the meeting packets. Information for
inclusion in the packet must be received no later than Wednesday February 6, 2013,
CITI OF KENAI
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Na114 J Carved
Planning & Zoning Assistant
cc: 1045 Angler Drive, CUP Status Report
The following synopsis provides historical documentation of this permit:
1045 An ler Drive
Lod in and Guide Service (limited to 3 boats)
2/17/06
Notified Mr. Voth he needed to transfer the CUP into his name.
3/15/06
Second letter regarding transfer of CUP.
3/27/06
Mr. Voth submitted transfer application.
4/12/06
P &Z Commission approved PZ06 -26 transfer of PZ05 -56,
• Lodging & limited to 3 guide boats.
4/13/06
Letter to property owner of Commission's 4/12/06 decision.
9/6/06
Variance and CUP applications received (PZ06 -63 — Variance — Principal
structure & PZ06 -64 — CUP — Cabin rentals).
9/19/06
• Letter from neighbor opposing Variance.
9127/06
• Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting — Variance failed.
9/28/06
a Notified Mr. Voth variance failed, reconsideration scheduled for
10/11/06 meeting. CUP postponed until 10/11/06 meeting.
10/11/06
• Variance & CUP approved with requirements.
10/27/06
• Notified Mr. Voth of requirements associated with permit, and he
could apply for the building permit to construct cabins.
10/5/06
CUP yearly compliance letter 2006 CUP report due.
1113106
2nd letter sent requesting 2006 CUP report.
11/22/06
• In compliance.
3/5/07
Letter requesting fire inspection on property
4/2/07
a Final reminder for fire inspection.
5/11/07
. Fire inspection nerfonned .
10/1/07
CUP yearly compliance letter 2007 CUP report due.
11/14/07
. 2nd letter requesting 2007 CUP report.
12/7/07
• 3rd & final letter requesting 2007 CUP report,
12/18/07
• Report received showed noncompliance with KPB.
1/8/08
• KPB notified in compliance.
10/8/08
CUP yearly compliance letter 2008 CUP report due.
11/25/08
• 2nd letter requesting 2008 CUP report.
12/9/08
. Reports received showed noncompliance with KPB.
12/26/08
. 3rd &final letter requesting KPB compliance.
1/6/09
r KPB notified in compliance.
Letter requesting fire inspection on property.
4/28/09
5/25/09
• Fire inspection 2erformed.
10/14/09
CUP yearly compliance letter 2009 CUP report due.
11/16/09
. 2nd letter requesting 2009 CUP report.
12,19/09
. Report received showed noncompliance with KPB.
12/23/09
• 3rd & final letter requesting KPB compliance.
1/12/09
• Notified Mr. Voth of revocation hearing scheduled.
2/1/09
• KPB notified in compliance.
City Manager Koch received two separate complaints concerning fish
7/19/10
waste being deposited on creek bank.
• KPD Officer Douthit inspected property and took photos of creek
bank along pro erty. Photos show fish waste along bank.
Voth, Rick & Steve
1045 Angler Drive
• Permits limit each dock to three (3) boats. Photos showed four (4)
boats tied to one dock. Officer Douthit saw more than three (3)
boats tied to the adjoining dock.
7/21/10
Letter to property owner notifying him PZ06 -63 (Variance Principal
Structure and PZO6 -64 (CUP Cabin Rentals) from 9/6/06 had expired.
7/23/10
Revocation of PZ06 -26 letter sent to property owner.
7/26/10
Met with property owner and sent letter that revocation hearing was
scheduled for 8/11/10.
8/12/10
Revocation hearing decision postponed till 8/10/11 to provide property
owner to comply with amended CUP compliance requirements.
8/25/10
Certified letter returned unclaimed.
8/27/10
Letter to ro ert owner included amended CUP PZ06 -26 resolution.
10/25/10
CUP yearly compliance letter 2010 CUP report due.
12/10/10
• 2nd letter requesting 2010 CUP report.
12/15/10
. Annual report received showing activity for 2010.
12/23/09
. 3rd & final letter requesting KPB compliance.
1/12/09
. Notified Mr. Voth of revocation hearing scheduled.
2/1/09
. KPB notified in compliance.
5/6/11
Letter requesting fire inspection.
6/1/11
• Fire inspection performed
7/8/11
Phoned Steve Voth to remind him ofthe upcoming 8/10/11 Commission
meeting to review his permit.
7/18/11
2011 CUP quarterly compliance report showed property in compliance
with KPB but out of compliance with the City of Kenai.
7/19/11
Letter mailed & sent via email to property owner regarding upcoming
8/10/11 Commission meeting to review CUP.
• Letter showed property owner was out of compliance with the
assessment payments to City of Kenai.
8/10/11
Memo to Commission stating Mr. Voth was in compliance.
• Email from Steve Voth to Commission stating why he would not be
able to attend meeting.
8/1 1/1 1
Letter to property owner of Commission decision and 15 -day appeal
period.
8/26/11
Letter with signed resolution sent to property owner dismissing the
revocation.
CUP yearly compliance letter 2011 CUP report due.
11/4/11
12/28/11
Letter to property owner his permit was out of compliance with the KPB
for property tax for $3,233.15
1/3/12
Property owner set up a payment plan with KPB,
• Property in compliance.
11/21/12
CUP yearly compliance letter 2012 CUP report due.
12/12/12
• Annual report received showing noncompliance with KPB.
12/21/12
• 2nd letter requesting compliance with KPB.
1/9/13
. Letter notifying property owner revocation hearing will be
scheduled if compliance is not met by 1/21/13.
Property owner left message stating he was working on getting property
into compliance. Returned message stating property owner contact KPB to
Voth, Rick & Steve
1045 Angler Drive
set up a payment plan.
1/25/13 KPB has not heard from property owner, property still out of compliance.
1/28/13 Revocation letter sent to property owner mailed certified and regular mail.
Revocation scheduled for 2/13/13 Planning Commission meeting.
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: (907) 283 -7535 / FAX: (907) 283 -3014
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KENAI \.,A/LASKA
January 9, 2013
Mailed via: Certified & Regular Mail
Rick Voth Et Al
dba Captain Bligh's Beaver Creek Lodge
1035 Angler Drive
Kenai, AK 99611
RE: 200664 - Cabin Rentals - 1045 Angler Drive
Dear Mr. Voth:
The City has notified you that the above - referenced business is out of compliance with the
requirements of operating a business under a Conditional Use Permit as codified in Kenai
Municipal Code 14.20.150(e). The code is as follows:
KMC 14.20.150 (e) - ...... the administrative official must determine that the applicant
is current on all obligations (e.g., sales tax, property tax, lease payments, utility
payments) to the City or has entered into an approved payment plan with the City on
any obligations owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan and
(if the permit is far a use required to collect sales tax) must show a valid borough
sales tax account. If a timely appeal is filed pursuant to KMC 14.20.290, the permit
shall not be issued unless authorized by the Board of Adjustment. "
Kenai Peninsula Borough Sales Tax Department records show that you are out of
compliance with the Borough property taxes.
A revocation hearing is scheduled before the Planning & Zoning Commission on February 13,
2013. You have until the close of business on Monday, January 21, 2013 to bring the business
into compliance by providing proof that the business is in compliance and that your property
taxes have been paid and are current.
Kenai Municipal Code 14,20.150 (g) requires, "The Commission shall not revoke the permit
until the permit holder has been notified and given reasonable opportunity to correct the
Rick Voth
January 9, 2013
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deficiency(s) or to provide information relating to or rebutting the alleged deficiency(s)." This
letter serves as notification and an opportunity to correct the deficiencies identified above.
If you have any questions concerning these requirements or the scheduled revocation hearing,
contact me at 283 -8237. The documentation noted above may be submitted via facsimile to 907-
283 -33014 or by email to ncarver @ci.kenai.ak.us.
Si ct erely,
Nancy J. Carvek_�
Planning & Zoning Assistant
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
INITIAL (And /or)
YEARLY REPORT
Owner's Name:
Rick Voth Et Al
252 -6211
Mailing Address:
PO Box 2227
Soldotna, AK 99669
Business Name:
Capt Bligh's Beaver
Cabin Rentals
Street Address:
1045 Angler Drive
Attach copies of the follo,
required for your permit:
Alaska Business License
Sales & Property Tax
Compliance Certificate
wing licenses and /or certificates or proof of compliance as
7BOroDate of Ex iration: 12/31/2012 (730120)
Certifi cation must be obtained $om Kenai Peninsula
gh Sales Tax #: 40340 !
u
n Com pliance: Yes No O LCS C J
City of Kenai Release- -This
section will be completed by the
City Finance Department.
Lease Payments
Water & Sewer
Assessments
& initial if current.
Describe the business activity for the past year:
STAFF REPORT
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Date: July 29, 2010
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Steve and Rick Voth
Captain Bligh's Beaver Creek Lodge
1035 Angler Drive
Kenai, AK 99611
Steve and Rick Voth
Captain Bligh's Beaver Creek Lodge
183 Looking Glass Road
Walla Walla, WA 99362 -8645
Revocation of Res: PZ06 -26
252 -6211
Requested Action:
Revocation of Conditional Use Permit — Lodging and
Guide Service
Legal Description:
Lots 4 & 5, Anglers Acres Subdivision Part 3
Street Address:
1035 and 1045 Angler Drive
KPB Parcel No.:
04939036 and 04939035
Existing Zoning:
RR — Rural Residential
Current Land Use:
Lodging and Guide Service
Land Use Plan:
Rural Residential
ANALYSIS
uenerai iniormation:
On August 11, 2010, the Commission held a revocation hearing for PZ06 -26, a
Conditional Use Permit for Lodging and Guiding, operated from the above - referenced
properties. The permit was out of compliance with the City of Kenai for Local
Improvement District assessment fees, and the Kenai Peninsula Borough for both sales
and property tax.
By the time the meeting was held, the property owners had brought the permits into
compliance. However, the Commission postponed revocation for one (1) year. During
this time, the properties were to be operated under additional requirements placed on the
permits by the Commission. These included:
Remain current with City of Kenai assessments.
Revocation of PZ06 -26 Comments
Page 2
• Remain current with Kenai Peninsula Borough sales tax and property taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2011.
• Continue enforcement of house rules for the properties.
• Cease leasing dock space until an amendment is applied for and approved by the
Commission.
• Continue to comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations.
The original permit was granted for lodging, guiding and restricted the use to three (3)
guide boats.
As of August 1, 2011, the properties are out of compliance with the City of Kenai:
• Angler Drive Local Improvement District Assessments payments:
0 1035 Angler Drive - $448.66, due June 15, 2011.
0 1045 Angler Drive - $431.70, due June 15, 2011.
*Payments are due annually.
• Quarterly activity reports on properties.
o Activity report required from June 11, 2011 to June 30, 2011.
*Previous report included activity up to June 10, 2011,
RECOMMENDATIONS
KMC 14.20.150 (g) states that, "If the Commission determines, based on the yearly
review of any other investigation undertaken by the official, that the conduct of the
operation(s) is not incompliance with: 1) the terms and conditions of the permit; 2) the
provisions of the Kenai Zoning Code; 3) or that the permit holder is not current on any
obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility payments, lease payments) to the city
unless the applicant has entered into an approved payment with the city on any
obligations owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan, the
Commission may revoke the permit. The Commission shall not revoke the permit until
the permit holder has been notified and given reasonable opportunity to correct the
deficiency(s) or to provide information relating to or rebutting the alleged deficiency(s).
Because it was the end of the season, Mr. Voth was permitted to submit one quarterly
report outlining activity for the properties during the off season. The report was
submitted via email on December 15, 2010, and included activity up to June 10, 2011.
Administration has provided the permit holder with sufficient notice and opportunity to
meet the assessment and reporting requirements with the City of Kenai. These included:
• July 8, 2011 — Notified Mr. Voth via email quarterly report was due, and the
permit was up for review on August 10, 2011. Administration also spoke to Steve
Voth about the reports and the August 10, 2011 meeting.
• July 19, 2011 — Letter sent to Mr. Voth notifying him he was out of compliance.
Letter was also emailed to Steve Voth.
• July 25, 2011 — Email from Steve Voth with the same quarterly report from
December 2010. Mr. Voth indicated in the email he would be in the following
Revocation of PZ06 -26 Comments
week to pay the assessment fees.
• July 27, 2011 — Email sent to Mr.
quarterly report.
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Voth reminding him to submit updated
If property is not in compliance on August 10, 2011, recommend revocation.
If the properties are brought into compliance by the August 10, 2011 meeting,
administration is recommending the Commission dismiss the revocation, and permit will
continue to operate under requirements of KMC 14.20.150(g) and the following specific
requirements:
• Lodging
• Guiding
• Use restricted to 3 guide boats
• Continue enforcement of house rules for properties.
Any future violations of KMC 14.20.150(g) will result in future revocation proceedings
without recommended leniency.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution PZ06 -26 from 8/11/10.
2. Resolutions PZ06 -26 for 8/10/11.
3. 12/15/10 Email from Mr. Voth activity on properties up to June 10, 2011
4. Compliance Certification
5. 7/19/11 Revocation letter to property owners
6. 8/1/11 LID Account Activity Summary
i
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ06 -26
REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 DUE TO FAILURE
TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150 AND THE CONDITIONS PLACED
ON THE PERMIT ON AUGUST 10, 2010.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ06 -26 was approved on April 12, 2006 for Lodging
and Guiding with a restriction of three (3) boats.
2. The permit was for the properties located at Lots 4 and 5, Anglers Acres
Subdivision Part 3, 1035 & 1045 Angler Drive.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers are 04939036 & 04939035
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with
the conditions of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax,
property tax, utility payments, and lease payments) to the City, Borough or State.
6. The properties were delinquent with City of Kenai for $843.18.
7. The properties were delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough for $12,364.88.
8. The properties were brought into compliance prior to the August 10, 2010 meeting.
9. Commission held a revocation hearing on August 10, 2010.
10. The Commission postponed revocation of the permit for one (1) year.
11. That the properties are delinquent with City of Kenai — Angler Drive Local
Improvement District Assessments, payment was due June 15, 2011, for a total of
$880.36 for both properties.
12. Operator failed to file the quarterly activity report from June 11, 2011— June 30,
2011.
13. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non-
compliance.
14. On July 19, 2011 a letter was sent to the permit holder to provide notification of
non - conformance and that a revocation hearing was scheduled for the August 10,
2011.
15. On July 27, 2011, the Planning and Zoning Commission was notified a revocation
hearing would be set August 10, 2011.
16. That a duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted
by the Commission on August 10, 2011.
17. That the Commission finds that as of August 10, 2011, the permit is in compliance
with all permit requirements.
18. That the Commission dismisses the revocation, and the permit will continue to
operate under the requirements of KMC 14.20.150(g), and the following specific
requirements:
PZ06 -26 Revocation
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• Lodging
• Guiding
• Use restricted to 3 guide boats
• Continue enforcement of house rules for properties
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ06 -26 HELD BY STEVE AND RICK VOTH DBA
CAPTAIN BLIGH'S BEAVER CREEK LODGE FOR LODGING AND GUIDING IS
DISMISSED AND AMENDED AS LISTED ABOVE,
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, AUGUST 10 2011.
CHAIRPERSON ATTEST: y�
STAFF REPORT
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Date: January 30, 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION
W
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Revocation of Res: PZ97 -13
Applicant: Abby Ala 283 -9166
Ridgeway Farms
P.O. Box 1863
Soldotna, AK 99669
Requested Action:
Revocation of Conditional Use Permit — Greenhouse/Retail
Sales
Legal Description:
Tract B, Nicole Estates
Street Address:
5220 Strawberry Road
KPB Parcel No.:
04947006
Existing Zoning:
RR— Rural Residential
Current Land Use:
Residential & Greenhouse/Retail Sales
Land Use Plan:
Rural Residential
ANAL YSIS
General Information:
On May 14, 1997, Abby Ala received Conditional Use Permit PZ097 -13 to operate a
greenhouse for flower /vegetable sales, from 5220 Strawberry road. This property is
located in the Rural Residential (RR) zone. KMC 14.20.150(e)(f) outlines the
requirements and /or obligations to operate a business under a Conditional Use Permit:
KMC 14.20.150(e) - ".... the applicant is current on all obligations (e.g.,
sales tax, property tax, lease payments, utility payments) to the City or has
entered into an approved payment plan with the City on any obligations
owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan. "
KMC 14.20.1500- "The permit holder shall submit a yearly report
between October 1st and December 31st to the administrative official.
Such report shall include a summary of the on -site activity.
Revocation of PZ97 -13 Comments Page 2
KMC 14.20.150(g) outlines the process to revoke an approved Conditional Use Permit
for noncompliance /compliance notices.
Backeround:
Beginning in 2002, the City began verifying compliance on all Conditional Use Permits
operating in residential areas. Since that time, there have been multiple instances of
compliance concerns with this property. The property owners are notified each year that
their annual reporting is due to the City by December 31" of the calendar year. The City
has had to continually send out multiple reminder notices to the applicant,
Since 2008, the property owner has been out of compliance up until the scheduling of a
revocation, then will bring the permit into compliance. At the time of this report, the
property was still out of compliance with the City of Kenai and the Kenai Peninsula
Borough.
Noncompliance:
The property is out of compliance due:
• Failure to pay the Kenai Peninsula Borough:
• Sales tax - $380.00
• Property tax - $5,378.22
• City of Kenai
o 2012 Annual Compliance report
The business was also in violation with the State of Alaska by not having an active
business license. The business license expired in December 2011, which means the
business operated all of 2012 without proper State Licensing. On January 30, 2013, Ms.
Ala renewed the business license.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant has been notified that not being current with Kenai Peninsula Borough tax
obligations is a violation of KMC 14.20.150.
It is recognized that the owner should be given an opportunity to bring the operation into
compliance. Operators of Conditional Use Permits need to understand that permits are
issued under strict guidelines and are expected to operate under those guidelines. In
addition to staying current with all tax, assessments, and licensing the business must
operate in a safe manner.
Administration is recommending postponement of the revocation to February 12, 2014.
This will provide an opportunity for the permittee comply with the following:
Property owner must:
• Become current with Kenai Peninsula Borough property and sales taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of payments to the Kenai Peninsula Borough through
Revocation of PZ97 -13 Comments Page 3
December 31, 2013.
• Submit 2012 annual report.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2013.
• Continue to comply with requirements outlined in amended PZ97 -13.
• Applicant must comply with all Federal, State and local regulations.
A review hearing will be scheduled before the Planning & Zoning Commission on
Wednesday, February 12, 2014. If the permittee fails to comply with any of the above
conditions, a hearing will be scheduled prior to February 12, 2012,
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Amended Resolution PZ97 -13
2. Updated synopsis
3. 1/28/13 Revocation letter to property owner
4. 1/9/13 Letter to property owner
s CITY OF KENAI
- PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AMENDED RESOLUTION NO. PZ97 -13
the y f REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ97 -13 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ97 -13 was approved on May 14, 1997.
2. The permit was for the property located at Tract B, Nicole Estates - 5220 Strawberry Road,
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04947006.
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the pen-nit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. The property is delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Tax of $5,378.22 and
Sales Tax of approximately $380.00.
7. The property is delinquent with the City of Kenai for non - submittal of the 2012 Annual
Conditional Use Permit Compliance report.
8. KMC 14.20.150(8) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
9. On January 8, 2013, a letter to the permit holder to provide notification of non - conformance.
If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would be scheduled
for February 13, 2013.
10. On January 28, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
11. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
12. The Commission finds that it is reasonable to provide the permit holder an opportunity to
conform to the requirements of the permit and to meet all obligations to the City and
Borough for the property.
13. The Commission finds that revoking the permit should be postponed to provide the
opportunity for compliance.
14. The following additional requirements have been established by the Commission as a
condition of postponing the revocation:
• Become current with Kenai Peninsula Borough property and sales taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of payments to the Kenai Peninsula Borough through
December 31, 2013.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2013.
• Continue to comply with requirements outlined in amended PZ97 -13.
• Applicant must comply with all Federal, State and local regulations.
• Review hearing scheduled before the Commission on February 12, 2014.
• If permittee fails to comply with any of the above conditions, a hearing will be scheduled
prior to February 12, 2014.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
Revocation of PZ97 -13
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ97 -13 HELD BY ABBY ALA DBA RIDGEWAY FARMS IS
DISMISSED AND AMENDED AS ABOVE.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13. 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
"- CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AMENDED RESOLUTION NO. PZ97 -13
theatyuf REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
KENAv SKA
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ97 -13 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ97 -13 was approved on May 14, 1997.
2. The permit was for the property located at Tract B, Nicole Estates - 5220 Strawberry Road.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04947006.
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e,g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. The property is delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Tax of $5,378.22 and
Sales Tax of approximately $380.00.
7. The property is delinquent with the City of Kenai for non - submittal of the 2012 Annual
Conditional Use Permit Compliance report.
8. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
9. On January 8, 2013, a letter to the permit holder to provide notification of non - conformance.
If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would be scheduled
for February 13, 2013.
10. On January 28, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
11. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
12. The Commission finds that it is reasonable to provide the permit holder an opportunity to
conform to the requirements of the permit and to meet all obligations to the City and
Borough for the property.
13. The Commission finds that revoking the permit should be postponed to provide the
opportunity for compliance.
14. The following additional requirements have been established by the Commission as a
condition of postponing the revocation:
• Become current with Kenai Peninsula Borough property and sales taxes.
• Submit quarterly reports of payments to the Kenai Peninsula Borough through
December 31, 2013.
• Submit quarterly reports of activity on property through December 31, 2013.
• Continue to comply with requirements outlined in amended PZ97 -13.
• Applicant must comply with all Federal, State and local regulations.
• Review hearing scheduled before the Commission on February 12, 2014.
• If permittee fails to comply with any of the above conditions, a hearing will be scheduled
prior to February 12, 2014,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
PZ97- 13Revocation
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ97 -13 HELD BYABBY ALA DBA RIDGEWAY FARMS
FOR GREENHOUSE/RETAIL SALES IS POSTPONED UNTIL FEBRUARY 12, 2012 AND
AMENDED AS ABOVE.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
o
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ97 -13
REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ97 -13 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150.
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
1. That Conditional Use Permit PZ97 -13 was approved on May 14, 1997.
2. The permit was for the property located at Tract B, Nicole Estates - 5220 Strawberry Road.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04947006.
4. The land is zoned Rural Residential,
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. The property is delinquent with Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Tax of $5,378.22 and
Sales Tax of approximately $380.00.
7. The property is delinquent with the City of Kenai for non - submittal of the 2012 Annual
Conditional Use Permit Compliance report.
8. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
9. On January 8, 2013, a letter to the permit holder to provide notification of non - conformance.
If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would be scheduled
for February 13, 2013,
10. On January 28, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
11. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ97 -13 HELD BY ABBY ALA DBA RIDGEWAY FARMS
FOR GREENHOUSE /RETAIL SALES IS REVOKED.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13. 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
The following updated synopsis provides historical documentation of this permit:
5220 Strawberry Rd.
Greenhouse /Flower Sales
3/24/97
Applied for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) - Farm services, Retail
flower & vegetable sales.
5/14/97
PZ97 -13 - CUP approved by Planning & Zoning Commission,
5/19/97
Resolution mailed to property owner.
5/1 /00
Notified property owner that off - premise sign advertising the
business needed to be need to be removed from Kenai Spur Hwy.
(State right -of -way).
1/17/02
Letter notifying property owner City had not received their 2001
CUP annual compliance report.
1/31/02
• In compliance with business license
2/4/02
. In compliance with KPB
2/5/02
. Contacted Ms. Ala by telephone, she didn't remember
receiving the letters. Described business activity over phone,
in compliance.
1/8/03
Contacted property owner by phone, based on conversation in
compliance with 2002 annual cup compliance report.
2/25/04
Received 2003 Yearly compliance report - property in compliance.
12/6/04
CUP yearly compliance letter 2004 report due.
12/13/04
. Out of compliance with KPB.
12/16/04
. In compliance
9/12/05
CUP yearly compliance letter 2005 report due.
9/13/05
. Out of compliance with KPB
10/11/05
. In compliance with KPB
10/31/05
. 2" d letter requesting 2005 report.
12/2/05
. Final letter requesting 2005 report.
12/16/05
. CUP report received.
10/5/06
CUP yearly compliance letter 2006 report due.
11/3/06
. 2nd letter requesting 2006 report.
12/12/06
. Final letter requesting 2006 report.
12/22/06
. Report received. In compliance.
10/1/07
CUP yearly compliance letter 2007 report due.
11/14/07
. 2nd letter requesting 2007 report.
12/7/07
. 3rd letter requesting 2007 report.
12/18/07
. Final letter requesting 2007 report, sent certified.
1/9/08
. Certified letter notifying property owner that if compliance is
1/23/08
not met a revocation hearing will be scheduled for 2/13/08.
• Report received. In compliance.
10/8/08
CUP yearly compliance letter 2008 report due.
11/25/08
. 2nd letter requesting 2008 report.
o Out of compliance with KPB
12/26/08
. 3rd letter requesting 2008 report.
1/5/09
. Left message to contact City.
Ala, Abby
5220 Strawberry Road
1/7/09
• Left message with a family representative to contact City.
1/8/09
. Received annual report.
1/20/09
. Property owner was working with KPB.
2/3/09
e Certified letter to property owner scheduling revocation
hearing.
2/13/09
• Out of compliance with KPB.
2/25/09
e Property owner set up pa)�nent plan with KPB. (compliance)
10/14/09
CUP yearly compliance letter 2009 report due.
11/16/09
. 2nd letter requesting 2009 report.
12/23/09
. 3rd letter requesting 2009 report.
o Out of compliance with KP13
1/6/10
• Received annual report
1/12/10
• Certified letter notifying property owner that if compliance is
not met a revocation hearing will be scheduled for 2/13/10.
2/1/10
• Property owner set up payment plan with KPB. (compliance)
10/25/10
CUP yearly compliance letter 2010 report due.
12/10/10
. 2nd letter requesting 2010 report.
1/5/11
. Final letter requesting 2010 report scheduling revocation
hearing for 2/23/11.
1/14/11
. Report received in compliance.
11/4/11
CUP yearly compliance letter 2011 report due.
12/28/11
. 2nd letter requesting 2011 report.
1/17/12
• Property owner called and stated report would be filed.
1/25/12
. Property owner called and stated report would be filed.
2/1/12
• Report received. In compliance.
11/21/12
CUP yearly compliance letter 2012 report due.
12/12/12
. 2nd letter requesting 2012 report.
12/21/12
. Certified letter notifying property owner that permit was out
of compliance with the City, State licensing, & KPB.
1/8/13
. Certified letter was sent notifying property owner that if
compliance is not met a revocation hearing would be
scheduled for 2/13/13.
1/28/13
• Final certified letter was sent notifying property owner that
a
revocation hearing was scheduled for 2/13/13.
o Public hearing notices were sent to all properties
within 300' of scheduled revocation hearing.
1/30/13
. Certified letter dated 1/28/13 was signed for by Harry Ala.
1/31/13
o Business license renewed (12/31/14)
2/5/13
• Certified letter dated 1/8/13 unclaimed & return to sender.
o Property still out of compliance with KPB & City of Kenai.
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: (907) 283 -7535 / FAX: (907) 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
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January 28, 2013
Mailed Certified &
Regular
Harry & Abby Ala
Ridgeway Farris
P.O. Box 1863
Soldot a, AK 99669
RE: PZ97 -13 Tract B, Nicole Estates 5220 Strawberry Road
NOTICE OF REVOCATION HEARING — FEBRUARY 13, 2013
A revocation hearing has been set before the Planning & Zoning Commission for Wednesday
February 13, 2013, at 7 p.m. At that time, you will have an opportunity to discuss the permit status
with the Commission and to address why the Commission should not revoke your permit. KMC
14.20.150(g)l.
KMC 14.20.150(f) requires annual reporting to insure permits are in compliance with the conditions of
the permit and with the requirements listed in KMC 14.20.150(g). Based on the 2012 report, this permit
is out of compliance for the following:
• Kenai Peninsula Borough Property taxes on KPB Parcel # 04947008 - 5220 Strawberry Road. As
of January 25, 2013, the past due amount owed:
o $5,378.22 - property tax
o $380.00 - sales tax
• State of Alaska:
o Business license expired 12/31/11
City of Kenai:
o 2012 CUP Certificate of Compliance Annual Report
Any information you would like the Commission to consider at this hearing, should be provided in a
timely manner so the information can be included in the meeting packets. Information for inclusion in the
pacl?1!rust be received no later than Wednesday February 6, 2013.
CI .OF KENAI �-
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�'`- Pd'ancy J. Carver
Planning & Zoning Assistant
cc: 5220 Strawberry Road, CUP Status Report
The following synopsis provides historical documentation of this permit:
5220 Strawberr Rd.
Greenhouse /Flower Sales
3/24/97
Applied for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) - Farm services, Retail
flower & vegetable sales.
5/14/97
PZ97 -13 -CUP approved by Planning &Zoning Commission.
5/19/97
Resolution mailed to roperty owner.
5/1/00
Notified property owner that o:be f - premise sign advertising the
business needed to be need to removed from Kenai Spur Hwy.
(State right -of -way).
1/17/02
Letter notifying property owner City had not received their 2001
CUP annual compliance report.
1/31/02
. In compliance with business license
2/4/02
. In compliance with KPB
2/5/02
• Contacted Ms. Ala by telephone, she didn't remember
receiving the letters. Described business activity over phone,
in compliance,
Contacted property owner by phone, based on conversation in
1/8/03
compliance with 2002 annual cup compliance report.
2/25/04
Received 2003 Yearly compliance report - property in compliance.
12/6/04
CUP yearly compliance letter 2004 report due.
12/13/04
• Out of compliance with KPB.
12/16/04
. In com liance
9/12/05
CUP yearly compliance letter 2005 report due.
9/13/05
• Out of compliance with KPB
10/11/05
. In compliance with KPB
10/31/05
. 2nd letter requesting 2005 report.
12/2/05
. Final letter requesting 2005 report.
12/16/05
• CUP report received.
CUP yearly compliance letter 2006 report due.
10/5/06
11/3/06
. 2nd letter requesting 2006 report.
12/12/06
• Final letter requesting 2006 report.
12/22/06
. Report received in compliance.
CUP yearly compliance letter 2007 report due.
10/1/07
11/14/07
. 2nd letter requesting 2007 report.
12/7/07
• 3rd letter requesting 2007 report.
12/18/07
. Final letter requesting 2007 report, sent certified.
1/9/08
• Certified letter notifying property owner that if compliance is
1/23/08
not met a revocation hearing will be scheduled for 2/13/08.
• Report received in compliance.
CUP yearly compliance letter 2008 report due.
10/8/08
11/25/08
. 2nd letter requesting 2008 report.
o Out of compliance with KPB
12/26/08
• 3rd letter requesting 2008 report.
1/5/09
. Left message to contact City.
Ala, Abby
5220 Strawberry Road
1/7/09
• Left message with a family representative to contact City.
1/8/09
• Received annual report.
1/20/09
• Property owner was working with KPB.
2/3/09
• Certified letter to property owner scheduling revocation
I
2/13/09
• Out of compliance with KPB.
2/25/09
, pro ert owner has set u payment yment plan with KPB.
10/14/09
CUP yearly compliance letter 2009 report due.
11/16/09
• 2nd letter requesting 2009 report.
12/23/09
. 3rd letter requesting 2009 report.
o Out of compliance with KPB
1/6/10
• Received annual report
1/12/10
• Certified letter notifying property owner that if compliance is
2/1/10
not met a revocation hearing will be scheduled for 2/13/10.
• Property owner has set up payment plan with KPB.
10/25/10
CUP yearly compliance letter 2010 report due.
12/10/10
• 2nd letter requesting 2010 report.
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• Final letter requesting 2010 report scheduling revocation
hearing for 2/23/11.
1/14/11
• Report received in compliance.
11/4/11
CUP yearly compliance letter 2011 report due.
12/28/11
• 2nd letter requesting 2011 report.
1/17/12
• Property owner called and would get the report in.
1/25/12
• Property owner called will drop the report off.
2/1/12
• Report received in compliance.
11/21/12
CUP yearly compliance letter 2012 report due.
12/12/12
• 2nd letter requesting 2012 report,
12/21/12
• Certified letter notifying property owner that permit was out
of compliance with the City, State licensing, & KPB.
1/8/13
• Certified letter notifying property owner that if compliance is
not met a revocation hearing would be scheduled for
2/13/13.
Corporations, Business and professional Licensing
Division of Corporations, Business
and Professional Licensing
License Details
License #: 298175
Business Name: RIDGEWAY FARMS, INC
Status: EXPIRED
Business Type: CORPORATION
Issue Date: 12/12/2003
Expiration Date: 12/31/2011
Line of Business: 11- Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Primary NAICS: 111421 - NURSERY AND TREE PRODUCTION
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Secondary NAICS: 115210 -SUPPORT ACTIVITIES FOR ANIMAL PRODUCTION
Mailing Address: PO BOX 1863, SOLDOTNA, AK 99669 -1863
Physical Address: 5220 STRAWBERRY ROAD, KENAI, AK 99611
Note:
Owners
RIDGEWAY FARMS, INC.
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January 8, 2013
Mailed via: Certified & Regular Mail
Abby Ala
dba Ridgeway Farms Inc.
P.O. Box 1863
Soldotna, AK 99669
RE: 9713 - 5220 Strawberry Rd. - Retail Flower Sales
Dear Ms. Ala:
The City has notified you on two separate occasions that the above - referenced business is out of
compliance with the requirements of operating a business under a Conditional Use Permit as
codified in Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.150(e)(f). The code is as follows:
KMC 14.20.150 (e) - ...... the administrative ojficial must determine that the applicant
is current on all obligations (e.g., sales tax, property tax, lease payments, utility
payments) to the City or has entered into an approved payment plan with the City on
any obligations owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan and
(if the permit is for a use required to collect sales tax) must show a valid borough
sales tax account. If a timely appeal is filed pursuant to KMC 14.20.290, the permit
shall not be issued unless authorized by the Board ofAdjustment. "
KMC14.20.150 (f) -Yearly reports: "The permit holder shall submit a yearly report
between October Is` and December 31" to the administrative official. Such report
shall include a summary of on -site activity. "
According to the State of Alaska, your business license expired on December 31, 2011,
which means you operated all of 2012 without proper /required licensing from the State of
Alaska. And, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Sales Tax Department records show that you
are out of compliance with the Borough sales and property taxes. The City of Kenai
Planning Department has not received your annual report. And, your annual report must
be submitted to the City of Kenai Planning & Zoning Department.
Abby Ala
January 8, 2013
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Since the City began requiring annual reports, the records show that you have had to have been
repeatedly reminded to submit your annual report and in 2010 a revocation hearing was
scheduled to revoke your Conditional Use Permit. This hearing was later cancelled when you
brought the business into compliance with the City's code.
A revocation hearing is scheduled before the Planning & Zoning Commission on February 13,
2013. You have until the close of business on Monday, January 21, 2013 to bring the business
into compliance by submitting a copy of your State of Alaska business license, providing proof
that the business is in compliance with the Borough's sales tax reporting requirements, and that
your property taxes have been paid and are current.
Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.150 (g) requires, "The Commission shall not revoke the permit
until the permit holder has been notified and given reasonable opportunity to correct the
deficiency(s) or to provide information relating to or rebutting the alleged deficiency(s)," This
letter serves as notification and an opportunity to correct the deficiencies identified above.
If you have any questions concerning these requirements or the scheduled revocation hearing,
contact me at 283 -8237. The documentation noted above may be submitted via facsimile to 907-
283 -3014 or by email to ncarver @ci.kenai.ak.us.
Since, rely,
Nancy J ,Va( .e
Planning & Zoning Assistant
STAFF REPORT
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Date: January 29, 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION
!I�tlp
Revocation of Res: PZ10 -43
Applicant: K. Theresa Hoogland 398 -7431
Elevated Investment, LLC
8830 Napa Landing
Boerne, TX 78015 -4852
Requested Action:
Revocation of Conditional Use Permit — Short-term Rentals
Legal Description:
Government Lot 15
Street Address:
412 N. Forest Drive
KPB Parcel No.:
04304001
Existing Zoning:
SR — Suburban Residential
Current Land Use:
Lodging
Land Use Plan:
Neighborhood Residential
ANAL PSIS
General Information:
On March 26, 2010, the City came across a pamphlet and web -site advertising short-term
rentals at the above - referenced property, Any rental less than 30 -days is considered
short-term and requires a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to operate. The property is
located in the Suburban Residential zone. KMC 14.20.150(e)(f) outlines the
requirements and/or obligations to operate a business under a Conditional Use Permit:
KMC 14.20.150(e). ...... the applicant is current on all obligations (e.g.,
sales tax, property tax, lease payments, utility payments) to the City or has
entered into an approved payment plan with the City on any obligations
owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan. "
KMC 14.20.15069-"The permit holder shall submit a yearly report
between October 1st and December 31st to the administrative official.
Such report shall include a summary of the on -site activity.
KMC 14.20.150(g) outlines the process to revoke an approved Conditional Use Permit
for noncompliance /compliance notices.
Revocation of PZ10 -43 Comments
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Background:
The City notified the property owner that a Conditional Use Permit was required to offer
short-term rentals from the property located at 412 N. Forest Drive.
➢ 3/26/10 - Letter to Ms. Hoogland, property owner, that a CUP was required for
short-term rentals.
➢ 4/6/10 - Left message for property owner to contact the City within 15 -days.
➢ 4/8/10 - Emailed property owner outlining the process for applying for and
receiving a CUP.
➢ 4/12/10 - Email from property owner that she was out of state.
➢ 4/30/10 - Email to property owner that if the CUP paperwork was not received by,
5/12/10, enforcement action may be taken.
➢ 5/1/10 - Ms. Hoogland advised she should be back in town by 6/1/10, and would
contact the City when she arrives back in town.
➢ 6/21/10 - Spoke with property owner, who was still out of state. Estimated return
by the end of the month.
➢ 8/10/10 - Email to property owner stating the City had not received anything from
her, and enforcement action would be taken on 8/17/10.
o Property owner responded that she had been in town for about 4 weeks
and has had a lot to deal with. She added the City was on her to do list
and she should be in by the end of the week.
➢ 9/21/10 - Email to property owner that she needed to complete the CUP
application.
o Property owner advised she had been sick, and would be in the following
day.
➢ 9/23/10 - Received application, provided property owner with a sign to post on
property and affidavit of posting to return to the City.
➢ 9/24/10 -Received affidavit.
o Property was inspected. No public hearing sign was seen posted on the
property.
➢ 9/25/10 - Emailed property owner that business license had expired in 2009
o Property owner state she would renew business license.
➢ 9/27/10 - Property inspection showed public hearing sign was posted.
r 10/27/10 - Public Hearing held, and CUP for short -term rentals was approved.
➢ 10/28/10 - Letter notifying property owner of the Commission's decision and the
15- day appeal process.
o Renewed business license (expires 12/31/11).
➢ 11/12/10 - Letter to property owner with signed resolution.
➢ 12/31/10 -Annual review showed CUP in compliance for 2010.
11/4/11 -Letter notifying property owner 2011 annual CUP report was due.
o Property owner notified that business license would expire on 12/31/11
(bold red lettering on the report).
12/28/11 - Second letter notifying property owner report was due.
➢ 1/17/12 - Left message with property owner that report was due.
➢ 1/18/12 - Property owner called, advised she was out of state, but that there has
been no change in use and was operating as permitted.
Revocation of PZ10 -43 Comments
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o Administration failed to verify business license was renewed.
11/21/12 - Letter notifying property owner 2012 annual CUP report was due.
Report shows in bold red lettering, business license expired 12/31/11.
➢ 12/6/12 - 2012 annual report received.
o Out of compliance - business license expired.
Y 12/20/12 - Left message with property owner that the permit was out of
compliance, business license expired 2011 and would need to be renewed.
➢ There had been numerous undocumented phone calls with the property owner
about renewing the business license. Ms. Hoogland reported difficulty with the
State of Alaska Licensing Division.
y 1/9/13 - Second certified letter notifying property owner business license would
need to be renewed by 1/21/13 or a revocation hearing would be scheduled for
2/13/13.
➢ 1/17/13 - Certified letter received by Ms. Hoogland.
Y 1/29/13 - Third certified letter notifying property owner a revocation hearing was
scheduled before the Planning & Zoning Commission on Wednesday,
February 13, 2013.
➢ 1/30/13 - State website shows business license had been renewed.
➢ 1/31/13 - Ms. Hoogland faxed a copy of the license to the City.
Noncompliance:
The property was out of compliance for failure to maintain a business license. Public
hearing notices for the revocation hearing were mailed on January 29, 2013. After the
public hearing notices were mailed, the property owner renewed the business license.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant has been notified that operating a business without the proper licensing was
a violation of KMC 14.20.150.
Operators of Conditional Use Permits need to understand that permits are issued under
strict guidelines and they are expected to operate under those guidelines. In addition to
staying current with all tax, assessments, and licensing the business must operate in a safe
manner.
Administration is recommending the Commission dismiss the revocation with a strict
reminder to Ms. Hoogland that the business must be operated as required under KMC
14.20.150(e)(f).
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution PZ10 -43
2. 2011 Annual CUP compliance report
3. 1/9/13 Letter to property owners
4. Copy of expired business license
5. 1/29/13 Revocation letter to property owner
6. Copy of renewed business license
a CITY OF KENAI
- - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AMENDED RESOLUTION NO. PZ10 -43
i ec<Zyof REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
KENAI REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ10 -43 DUE TO FAILURE TO MEET
REQUIREMENTS OF KMC 14.20.150(e) (f).
WHEREAS, the Commission finds:
I . That Conditional Use Permit PZ10 -43 was approved on March 26, 2010.
2. The permit was for the property located at Government Lot 15, 412 N. Forest Drive.
3. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel Numbers is 04304001.
4. The land is zoned Suburban Residential.
5. Kenai Municipal Code requires Conditional Use Permit operators to comply with conditions
of the permit and to be current on any obligations (e.g. sales tax, property tax, utility
payments, and lease payments) to the City.
6. The property was operating without a State of Alaska business license.
7. KMC 14.20.150(g) regulates the process for revocation of permits due to non - compliance.
8. On January 9, 2013, a letter to the permit holder was sent to provide notification of non-
conformance. If compliance was not met by January 21, 2013, a revocation hearing would
be scheduled for February 13, 2013.
9. On January 29, 2013, a letter to the permit holder of revocation hearing scheduled for
February 13, 2013.
10. A duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 was conducted by the
Commission on February 13, 2013.
11. The Commission finds that it is reasonable to provide the permit holder an opportunity to
conform to the requirements of the permit and to meet all obligations to the City and
Borough for the property.
12. That the Commission finds that revoking the permit should be dismissed with a strict
reminder that the business must be operated as required under KMC 14.20.150(e) (f).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE REVOCATION OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PZ10 -43 HELD BY K. THERESA HOOGLAND DBA
ELEVATED INVESTMENT, LLC. FOR SHORT -TERM RENTALS IS DISMISSED.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, FEBRUARY 13, 2013.
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
Division of Corporations, Business
and Professional Licensing
License Details
License*: 739231
Business Name: ELEVATED INVESTMENTS, L. L. C.
Status: ACTIVE
Business Type: LLC
Issue Date: 12/1/2oo6
Expiration Date: 12/31/2013
Line of Business: 53 - Real Estate, Rental and Leasing
Page 1 of 1
Print Business Lic
Primary NAILS: 531110 - LESSORS OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS AND
DWELLINGS
Secondary NAICS:
Mailing Address: 522 LILLY DR, SOLDOTNA, AK 99699
Physical Address: 369 N FIREWEED, SOLDOTNA, AK 99669
Note:
Owners
ELEVATED INVESTMENTS, L. L. C.
Tobacco Endorsements
http: // commerce. alaska .gov /CBP /Main/BLDetail.aspx ?id= 739231 1/30/2013
itV llaye with a last, C# u>ith a fithire"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: (907) 283 -7535 / FAX: (907) 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
KENAI \�ALLASKA
January 29, 2013
Mailed Certified &
Regular
K. Theresa Hoogland
dba Elevated Investments LLC
8830 Napa Landing
Boerne, TX 78015 -4852
RE: 2010 -43 CUP Short Term Rentals - Government Lot 15, 412 N. Forest Drive
NOTICE OF REVOCATION HEARING — FEBRUARY 13, 2013
A revocation hearing has been set before the Planning & Zoning Commission for
Wednesday, February 13, 2013, at 7 p.m At that time you will have an opportunity to
discuss the permit status with the Commission and to address why the Commission should
not revoke your permit. (KMC 14.20.150(g))
KMC 14.20.150(0 requires annual reporting to insure permits are in compliance with the
conditions of the permit and with the requirements listed in KMC 14.20.150(8). Based on the
2012 report and the State of Alaska website, this permit is out of compliance for the following:
• State of Alaska -business license expired December 31, 2011.
Any information you would like the Commission to consider at this hearing, should be provided
in a timely manner so the information can be included in the meeting packets. Information for
incl i n in the packet must be received no later than Wednesday February 6, 2013.
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CITY OF KENAI
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'Nancy J. Carver
Planning & Zoni Assistant
"V llaye wdh a Past Ci° Y wdh a Future"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: (907) 283 -7535 / FAX: (907) 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
KENAI, A SKA
January 9, 2013
Mailed via: Certified & Regular Mail
K. Theresa Hoogland
dba Elerated Investments, LLC
8830 Napa Landing
Boerne, TX 78015 -4852
RE: 201043 - Short term rentals - 412 N. Forest Drive
Dear Ms. Hoogland:
The City has notified you that the above - referenced business is out of compliance with the
requirements of operating a business under a Conditional Use Permit as codified in Kenai
Municipal Code 14.20.150(e). The code is as follows:
KMC 14.20.150 (e) - ...... the administrative official must determine that the applicant
is current on all obligations (e.g., sales tax, property tax, lease payments, utility
payments) to the City or has entered into an approved payment plan with the City on
any obligations owed and the applicant is in compliance with the payment plan and
(if the permit is for a use required to collect sales tax) must show a valid borough
sales tax account. If a timely appeal is filed pursuant to KMC 14.20.290, the permit
shall not be issued unless authorized by the Board of Adjustment.
According to the State of Alaska, your business license expired on December 31, 2011, which
means you operated all of 2012 without proper /required licensing from the State of Alaska.
A revocation hearing is scheduled before the Planning & Zoning Commission on February 13,
2013. You have until the close of business on Monday, January 21, 2013 to bring the business
into compliance by submitting a copy of your State of Alaska business license.
Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.150 (g) requires, "The Commission shall not revolve the permit
until the pennit holder has been notified and given reasonable opportunity to correct the
Theresa Hoogland
January 9, 2013
Page 2
deficiency(s) or to provide information relating to or rebutting the alleged deficiency(s)." This
letter serves as notification and an opportunity to correct the deficiencies identified above.
If you have any questions concerning these requirements or the scheduled revocation hearing,
coat t me at 283 -8237. The documentation noted above may be submitted via facsimile to 907-
283-30 4 or by email to nearver @ci.kenai.ak.us.
Planning &
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Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
Division of Corporations, Business
and Professional Licensing
License Details
License *: 739231
Business Name: ELEVATED INVESTMENTS, L. L. C.
Status: EXPIRED
Business Type: LLC
Issue Date: 12/1/2oo6
Expiration Date: 12/31/2011
Line of Business: 53 - Real Estate, Rental and Leasing
Page 1 of 1
Primary NAILS: 531110 - LESSORS OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS AND
DWELLINGS
Secondary NAICS:
Mailing Address: 522 LILLY DR, SOLDOTNA, AK 99699
Physical Address: 412 N. FOREST DRIVE UNIT B -1, KENAI, AK 99611
Note:
Owners
ELEVATED INVESTMENTS,
Tobacco Endorsements
http://commerce.alaska.gov/CBP/Main/BLDetail.aspx?id=739231 1/29/9013
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
INITIAL (And/or)
YEARLY REPORT
Owner's Name:
K. Theresa Hoogland
Sales & Property Tax
907 - 398 -7431
Mailing Address:
522 Li r.
Sgldotna 99669 - r
Business Name:
Elerated Investment, LLC
section will be completed by the
Short term rentals
Street Address:
412 N. Forest Dr.
Attach copies of the following licenses and /or certificates or proof of compliance as
required for your permit:
Alaska Business License
Date of Expiration: 12/31/2011 (739231)
Sales & Property Tax
Certification must be obtained from Kenai Peninsula
Compliance Certificate
Borough Sales Tax #: 100266
In Compliance: Yes Q/ No
City of Kenai Release- -This
Check & initial if current.
section will be completed by the
City Finance Department.
Lease Payments
Water & Sewer
$
Assessments
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Describe the business activity for the past year:
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www.ci.kenai.ak.us
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ10 -43
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI
GRANTING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO:
NAME: K. THERESA HOOGLAND DBA ELEVATED INVESTIMENTS LLC
USE: SHORT -TERM RENTALS
LOCATED: 412 NORTH FOREST DRIVE — GOVENRMENT LOT 15
(Street Address /Legal Description)
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH PARCEL NO: 04304001
WHEREAS, the Comtnission finds:
That an application meeting the requirements of Section 14.20.150 has been submitted and received
on: September 23, 2010
2. This request is on land zoned: RS —Suburban Residential
That the applicant has demonstrated with plans and other documents that they can and will meet the
following specific requirements and conditions in addition to existing requirements:
a.
4. That the Commission conducted a duly advertised public hearing as required by KMC 14.20.280 on:
October 27, 2010.
Applicant must comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE APPLICANT HAS DEMONSTRATED THAT THE PROPOSED
SHORT -TERM RENTALS MEETS THE CONDITIONS REQUIRED FOR SAID OPERATION AND
THEREFORE THE COMMISSION DOES AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIAL TO
ISSUE THE APPROPRIATE PERMIT.
PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, OCTOBER 27 2 10. J
CHAIRPERSON: ATTEST:
Villa9e with a Past, Gcty wcth a Future
�. 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 -283 -7535 / FAX: 907 - 283 -3014 llllll
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MEMO*
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Marilyn Kebschull, Planning Administration
DATE: February 5, 2013
SUBJECT: Capital Improvement Projects — FY14, FY15, and FYI
Harbor Commission, Parks & Recreation Commission & Beautification
Committee
The City Manager has asked administration to work with Boards and Commissions to
prepare a prioritized list of capital improvement projects for Council's consideration.
Attached is information submitted by Public Works Director Sean Wedemeyer for the
Harbor Commission and Parks & Recreation Director Robert Frates for the Parks &
Recreation Commission and Beautification Committee.
One of the duties and powers of the Planning & Zoning Commission is to advise the
City Council on Capital Improvement Programming. Please review the attached
information and be prepared to provide comments on these recommendations or to add
recommendations to those listed. Your comments will be provided back to the
Commissions /Committee and to City Council.
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KENAA\ SKA
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / FAX: 907 - 283 -3014 tlll�l
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MEMO:
TO: Marilyn Kebschull, Planning Director
CC: Rick Koch, City Manager
FROM: Sean Wedemeyer, Public Works Director ��AW
DATE: December 11, 2012
SUBJECT: Submission of Capital Projects Priority List from the Harbor
Commission to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Attached are the FY 2014, FY 2015, and FY 2016 prioritized lists as passed by
unanimous consent at the December 10, 2012 Harbor Commission meeting.
KENAI DOCK AND BOAT RAMP
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY2014
PRIORITY
PROJECTTITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
NOTES /COMMENTS
NUMBER
FUNDING
Kenai Float Replacement
Replace 11 floats on the downriver launch ramp and
$ 225,000.00
Float construction 20 @$9,500 +1 @$12,000= $202,000
10 floats on the face of the dock.
Adjust pilings $12,000
Contingency $9,500
1
Project Management $1,500
Dock Public Access Improvements
Phase 1 to construct a cantilevered walkway
$ 41,500.00
Design 29,000
Design
Contingency 2,500
2
Proj Mgmt 6,000
Env. Permitting 4,000
3
4
5
6
KENAI DOCK AND BOAT RAMP
CAPTIAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY2015
PRIORITY
NUMBER
PROJECTTITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
FUNDING
NOTES /COMMENTS
1
Dock Public Access Improvements
Design
Phase 2 to construct a cantilevered walkway
$ 292,200.00
Construction 241,200
Contingency 36,000
Proj Mgmt 15,000
2
3
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5
6
KENAI DOCK AND BOAT RAMP
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY 2016
PRIORITY
NUMBER
PROJECTTITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
FUNDING
NOTES /COMMENTS
1
Drift Boat Pullout (lower river)
2
Warren Ames Walk Way
3
Emergency Response Facility
(Boathouse)
4
Fire Supression to Dock (water line)
5
Pave Kenai Avenue (bathroom area ?)
6
Tie off dock
7
Boat Launch Paving
8
Additional Parking for North Beach
(DNR land)
9
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Telephone: 907- 283 -7535 / FAX: 907- 283 -3014 'llfll
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KENAI, ALASKA
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MEMO*
TO: Marilyn Kebschull, City of Kenai Planning Dept.
FROM: 4 Robert J. Frates, Parks & Recreation Director
DATE: February 5, 2013
SUBJECT: Draft Capital Improvement Plan
Purpose of this correspondence is to provide the Planning & Zoning Commission the FY2014,
FY2015, and FY2016 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) priorities as recommended by the
Parks & Recreation Commission and the Beautification Committee.
Please don't hesitate to contact me should you have any questions.
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KENAI PARKS AND RECREATION
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY2014
PRIORITY
PROJECT TITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
NOTES /COMMENTS
NUMBER
FUNDING
Kenai Little League Improvements
Project would construct vaulted restrooms
$ 65,000.00
Primary use would be to compliment baseball
1
complex; secondary us benefiting dip net
fishery during peak times
Sports Complex Irrigation
Project would provide underground irrigation to
$ 75,000.00
Currently exploring shallow well and above -
2
soccer field(s) located at the Sports Complex
ground holding tank to facilitate underground
irrigation needs
Skate Park Equipment Upgrade
Project would add elements to existing equipment
$ 15,000.00
Upgrade would include some streetscape
3
elements, rails or other manufactured
obstacles
Large Area Grass Mower
Money would be used to replace a 1992 John Deere
$ 30,000.00
Mower would primarily be used at the 20 -acre
4
reel mower that has over 1,900 hrs.
Sports Complex
Old Town Park Fencing Upgrade
Project would replace fencing around Old Town
$ 40,000.00
Fencing surrounding park was installed in the
5
Park
late 1970's or early 1980's and is in a
deteriorated state
Kenai Cemetery Columbarium
This project would constuct a Columbarium
$ 100,000.00
Columbarium would extend the life of existing
6
containing approximately 100 niches
cemetery and provide individuals an
alternative from more traditional burial
4th Avenue Park Playground Upgrade
Money would replace existing equipment
Existing playground equipment was installed
7
$ 45,000.00
in 1993. New equipment should be installed
near front of park property
Project would design and construct a fan system to
Condensation during warm periords create
8
Fan System for ConocoPhillips /City of Kenai
alleviate condensation during winter months,
$ 15,000.00
undesirable ice conditions
Multi- Purpose Facility
particularly during the should season.
KENAI PARKS AND RECREATION
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY 2015
PRIORITY
NUMBER
PROJECTTITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
FUNDING
NOTES /COMMENTS
1
Playground Replacement
Project would replace aging equipment deemed
most appropriate
$ 60,000.00
Most of the existing playground equipment in
park system was installed between 1992 and
1998; goal should be to provide a variety of
different types of equipment in each park
3
Kenai Softball Complex Bleacher Upgrade
Project would replace aging bleachers
$ 75,000.00
Bleachers are either in a deteriorated condition
or do not meet current standards for fall
protection
KENAI PARKS AND RECREATION
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY2016
PRIORITY
NUMBER
PROJECT TITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
FUNDING
NOTES /COMMENTS
1
City of Kenai Tent /Vehicle Campground
Project would construct a tent /vehicle campground
in designated area
$ 250,000.00
Parks & Recreation Commission has discussed
previously and believes it to be in the best
interest of City at some future date
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY 2014
PRIORITY
PROJECT TITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
NOTES /COMMENTS
NUMBER
FUNDING
City Benches & Trash Receptacles
Funds would be used to purchase metal benches and
$ 15,000.00
Benches and trash receptacles would be utilized
trash receptacles for use throughout town.
at key areas throughout town and accompanied
1
with tree plantings where appropriate. Targeted
areas include intersections, pathways, etc.
Funds would be used to replace old style (non -LED)
LED would be more efficient and create a new
pole decorations along Willow St & possibly along
look along prominent corridor in town
2
Winter Decorations
Airport Way
$ 10,000.00
Project would purchase needed timber to construct a
Delineates paved parking area from turf area
parking perimeter along front edge of paved parking
3
Scenic Bluff Overlook
area
$ 5,000.00
Project would provide funds to renovate or replace
Current fountain was installed in early 1980's and
4
LH Park Fountain Renovation
fountain; design would incorporate lights for added
$ 75,000.00
beginning to show its age, both in the concrete
winter affect
and surrounding wood
Project would provide funds for possible re- location
Some long -term planning needs to occur for this
of portion of fence and reconfiguration of planting
area
5
Community Garden Upgrade
areas
$ 10,000.00
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY 2015
PRIORITY
PROJECT TITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
NOTES /COMMENTS
NUMBER
FUNDING
Static Light Displays
Static light displays (winter decorations) would be
$ 25,000.00
Various city facilities include police /fire dept.,
used at various park locations and city facilities
library, City Hall, Visitors Center, MIFF, etc.
1
throughout town
Management software would allow staff to better track
the city's trees with respect to type, associated maint.
2
Tree Management Software
costs, disease, replacements, etc.
$ 5,000.00
Challenger Learning Center Sidewalk
Funds would be used to provide pavers alongside
Turf areas adjacent to sidewalk receive continual
Paver Project
existing sidewalk leading to main entrance into
damage due to lack of snow coverage and ice
3
facility.
$ 5,000.00
melt chemicals being used.
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FY 2016
PRIORITY
NUMBER
PROJECTTITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED
FUNDING
NOTES /COMMENTS
1
City Sign Upgrade (Bridge Access &
K -Beach Road)
Funds would provide for a more modern look to the
City of Kenai sign located on corner of Bridge Access &
K -Beach Rd
$ 50,000.00
2
Static Light Displays
Funds would allow for continuation of new and
updated winter displays at various city locations
$ 25,000.00
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KENAI, ALASKA
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MEMO*
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Nancy Carver, Planning & Zoning Assistant
DATE: February 6, 2013
SUBJECT: PZ13 -09 - A RESOLUTION OF THE KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THAT KENAI CITY COUNCIL AMEND
THE KENAI MUNICIPAL (KMC) SECTION 14.24.020, GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS - DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE, BY
ALTERING SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND
MERGING KMC SECTION 14.24.030, ADDENDUM TO DEVELOPMENT
REQUIREMENTS TABLES, INTO KMC 14.24.020 AND DELETING KMC
14.24.030 FOR PURPOSES OF CLARITY.
This resolution is the result of a review of the setback requirements for residential
properties which are adjacent to rights -of -way or access easements. The existing code
requires a 25 -foot (25') front setback measured from any right -of -way or access
easement. In some cases, this requires three (3) front setbacks. Requiring front
setbacks for residential uses on all sides of a parcel that have right -of -way or easement
access imposes an unnecessary restriction on residential developments.
The amended code will require one 25 -foot (25') front setback which is determined from
the primary right -of -way or access easement. When parcels are bounded by multiple
rights -of -way or access easements, the remaining setbacks adjacent to rights -of -way or
access easements will meet rear setback requirements. For discussion purposes,
examples will be provided at the meeting.
This amendment also eliminates KMC 14.24.030 by combining the requirements in the
addendum into the footnotes of KMC 14.24.020. This will provide clarity and eliminate
potential confusion.
Administration is recommending these changes and unless the Commission directs
otherwise, a public hearing will be scheduled for the February 27, 2013 Commission
meeting.
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PZ13 -09
A RESOLUTION OF THE KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING
THAT KENAI CITY COUNCIL AMEND THE KENAI MUNICIPAL (KMC) SECTION 14.24.020,
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE, BY ALTERING
SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND MERGING KMC SECTION
14.24.030, ADDENDUM TO DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLES, INTO KMC 14.24.020
AND DELETING KMC 14.24.030 FOR PURPOSES OF CLARITY.
WHEREAS, the Development Requirement Table in KMC 14.24.020, General requirements, currently
requires that front setback distances apply to any side of a parcel that has access from a right -of -way or
access easement; and,
WHEREAS, KMC 14.24.030, Addendum to development requirements tables requires front setbacks for
side yards that have access to right -of -ways or access easements; and,
WHEREAS, requiring front setback distances for residential uses on all sides of a parcel that have right -
of -way or easement access imposes an unnecessary restriction on residential developments; and,
WHEREAS, for residential uses, requiring front setbacks to apply to only one side of a parcel where
parcel access is available from more than one right -of -way or access easement and applying rear setbacks
to other parcel sides with right -of -way or access easement access will allow greater flexibility for
residential developments without adversely impacting the intent of the City's planning and zoning
ordinances; and,
WHEREAS, both KMC 14.24.020 and KMC 14.24.030 provide similar requirements regarding setbacks;
and,
WHEREAS, combining the setback requirements into one code section will provide clarity and eliminate
potential confusion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RECOMMENDED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, AMEND KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE as follows:
Section 1. Form: That this is a Code ordinance.
Section 2. Amendment of Section 14.24 020 of the Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal
Code, Section 14.24.020 General requirements, is hereby amended as follows:
New Text Underlined: [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
Resolution PZ13 -09
14.24.020 General requirements.
Table 14.24.020
DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE
ZONING DISTRICTS
USES
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RS2
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IL /IH /CC /CC /CMU
R
ED
LC
MINIMUM LOT
90
90
60
60
60
60
See individual sections
90
90
90
WIDTH (feet)
of Code for
requirements
MINIMUM LOT
SIZE (feet)
Front Setback'
25
25
25
25
25
10
25
25
25
25
Side Setback'•'
One -Stm y'
15
15
5
5
5
5
10
15.
15
15
Daylight Basement/
15
15
10
10
10
5
10
15
15
15
Split Level'
Two - Story'
15
15
15
15
15
54
10
15
15
15
Rear Setback
20
20
20
20
20
104
10
20
20
20
Maximum Lot
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
40%
30%
30%
30%
Coverage
Maximum Height
35
35
35
35
35
35
(feet)"- -
Footnotes:
(1) Provided that the minimum front setback is measured from any right -of -way or access easement except for residential uses where the
front setback is measured from the Primary iaht-of-wav or access easement For purposes of Table 14 24 020 only, the primary light
of -way or access easement is defined as the right -of -way or access easement that will provide the primary access to the proposed
development.
(2) Side setbacks are determined independently from the front view of the structure. Plot plan /as -built will distinguish single and two -
story portions of building to verify setback distances are met. For residential uses, side setbacks that have access to rights -of -way or
access easements shall meet rear setback requirements For all other uses, side setbacks that have access to rights-of-way or access
easements shall meet front setback requirements.
(3) Story is that portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the upper surface of the Floor next above or the
ceiling or roof above.
One -stmt' is defined as a story having direct access from grade level without alower story. A shveture having a lower story situated
below a one -story is considered a one -story structure in its cr i
Two -story is defined as one -story plus more than one -half (1/2) the height of the lower story all situated above grade.
Daylight basement/split level is defined as one -story plus less than one -half (1/2) the height of the lower story all situated above
grade.
For proposes of these footnotes, Grade is defined as the lowest point of elevation of the finished surface of the ground between the
building and a line five (5) feet from the building.
(4) Except that for each story over two (2) stories, each side and rear yard shall be increased three (3) Peet, but need not exceed fourteen
(14) feet for each side yard and nineteen (19) feet for the rear yard.
(5) Side setbacks for parcels within the airport perimeter fence situated alone aircraft movement areas amps tax_ ays orParking
aprons are exempt from the side setback requirements of this title The building restriction tine identified on the limos Layout Plan
mist be maintained. FARE NOT REQUIRED FORPARCELS ALONG CERTAIN AIRPORT TAXIWAYS AND THE APRON AS
FURTHER SET FORTH IN KMC 14.24.030.1
(6) All sSructures in aircraft - approach zones and within eight thousand feet (8,000') of the main runway shall be subject to I ei ht
limitation on the basis of obstruction ciitelia as shown On the current FAA -app oved Kenai Aiiroort Layout Plan
New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
Resolution PZ13 -09
Section 3. Deletion of Section 14.24.030 of the Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai Municipal Code,
Section 14.24.030, Addendum to development requirements tables, is hereby deleted in its entirety as
follows:
[14.24.030 ADDENDUM TO DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLES.
(A) YARDS FOR CORNER LOTS. THE MINIMUM SIDE YARD ON THE STREET SIDE, OR
PLATTED RIGHT -OF -WAY, OR GOVERNMENT EASEMENT, OF A CORNER LOT SHALL BE
THE SAME AS THE MINIMUM FRONT YARD REQUIRED FOR THAT ZONE, THE FRONT
YARD SHALL BE DETERMINED AS BEING THE AREA BETWEEN THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO
THE BUILDING AND THE STREET, RIGHT -OF -WAY, OR GOVERNMENT EASEMENT.
(B) HEIGHT LIMITATION OF STRUCTURES NEAR AIRPORT. ALL STRUCTURES IN
AIRCRAFT- APPROACH ZONES AND WITHIN EIGHT THOUSAND FEET (8,000') OF THE MAIN
RUNWAY SHALL BE SUBJECT TO HEIGHT LIMITATION ON THE BASIS OF OBSTRUCTION
CRITERIA AS SHOWN ON THE CURRENT FAA- APPROVED KENAI AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN.
(C) SIDE SETBACK REQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE AIRPORT PERIMETER FENCE.
PARCELS CONTAINED IN THE AIRPORT PERIMETER FENCE SITUATED ALONG AIRCRAFT
MOVEMENT AREAS, RAMPS, TAXIWAYS, OR PARKING APRONS ARE EXEMPT FROM THE
SIDE SETBACK REQUIREMENTS OF THIS TITLE. THE BUILDING RESTRICTION LINE
IDENTIFIED ON THE AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED. ]
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 30
days after adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDS COUNCIL ADOPT AN AMENDMENT TO KENAI MUNICIPAL
(KMC) SECTION 14.24.020, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS
TABLE, BY ALTERING SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND MERGING
KMC SECTION 14.24.030, ADDENDUM TO DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLES, INTO
KMC 14.24.020 AND DELETING KMC 14.24.030 FOR PURPOSES OF CLARITY.
Dated at Kenai, Alaska this 27th day February, 2013
CHAIR:
ATTEST:
New Text Underlined; [DEL=D TEXT BRACKETED]
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CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO.
Suggested by:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING
THE KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE (KMC) SECTION 14.24.020, GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS - DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE, BY ALTERING
SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND MERGING KMC SECTION
14.24.030, ADDENDUM TO DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLES, INTO KMC
14.24.020 AND DELETING KMC 14.24.030 FOR PURPOSES OF CLARITY.
WHEREAS, the Development Requirement Table in KMC 14.24.020, General
requirements, currently requires that front setback distances apply to any side of a
parcel that has access from a right -of -way or access easement; and,
WHEREAS, KMC 14.24.030, Addendum to development requirements tables requires
front setbacks for side yards that have access to right -of -ways or access easements;
and,
WHEREAS, requiring front setback distances for residential uses on all sides of a
parcel that have right -of -way or easement access imposes an unnecessary restriction
on residential developments; and,
WHEREAS, for residential uses, requiring front setbacks to apply to only one side of a
parcel where parcel access is available from more than one right -of -way or access
easement and applying rear setbacks to other parcel sides with right -of -way or access
easement access will allow greater flexibility for residential developments without
adversely impacting the intent of the City's planning and zoning ordinances; and,.
WHEREAS, both KMC 14.24.020 and KMC 14.24.030 provide similar requirements
regarding setbacks; and,
WHEREAS, combining the setback requirements into one code section will provide
clarity and eliminate potential confusion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA:
Section 1. Form: That this is a Code ordinance.
Section 2. Amendment of Section 14.24.020 of the Kenai Municipal Code: That
Kenai Municipal Code, Section 14.24.020 General requirements, is hereby amended as
follows:
Ordinance No. -2013
Page 2 of 3
14.24.020 General requirements.
Table 14.24.020
DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLE
ZONING DISTRICTS
USES
C /RR
RRl
RS
RSI
RS2
RU /TSH
IL /IH/CC/CG /CMU
R
ED
LC
MINIMUM LOT
90
90
60
60
60
60
See individual sections
90
90
90
WIDTH (feet)
of Code for
requirements
MINIMUM LOT
SIZE (feet)
FI'ont Setback'
25
25
25
25
25
10
25
25
25
25
Side Setback'''
One - Story'
15
15
5
5
5
5
10
15
15
15
Daylight Basement/
15
15
10
10
10
5
10
15
15
15
Split Level'
Two- Story'
15
15
15
15
15
5"
10
15
15
15
Rear Setback
20
20
20
20
20
10"
10
20
20
20
Maximum Lot
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
40%
30%
30%
30'70
Coverage
Maximum Height
35
35
35
35
35
35
(feet)1
Footnotes
(1) Provided that the minimum front setback is measured from any right -of -way an access easement except for residential uses where the
Front setback is measured from the primary right -of -way or access ease Went Fln purposes of Table 14 24 020 oil the primary ht-
of -way or access easement is defined as the ght -of -wary or access easement that will Provide the Primary access to the Proposed
development.
(2) Side setbacks are determined independently from the front view of the structure. Plot plan.as -built will distinguish single and two -
story portions of building to verify setback distances are met. For residential uses side setbacks that have access to ri hts -of- ay or
access easements shall meet rear setback recruitments. Fri all other uses side setbacks that have access to nghrs -of- ay or access
easements shall meet front setback reouirements.
(3) Story is that portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the upper Surface of the floor next above of the
ceiling or roof above.
One -story is defined as a story having direct access from grade level without a lower story. A structure having a lower story situated
below a one - story is considered a one -story structure in its entirety.
'Two -story is defined as one -Story plus more than one -half (1/2) the height of the lower story all situated above grade.
Daylightbasement/split level is defined as one -story plus less than one -half (1/2) the height of the lower story all situated above
grade.
Fee purposes of these footnotes, Grade is defined as the lowest point of elevation of the finished Surface of the ground between the
building and a line five (5) feet from the building.
(4) Except that for each story over two (2) stories, each side and rear yard shall be increased three (3) feet, but need not exceed fourteen
(14) feet for each side yard and nineteen (19) feet for the rear yard.
(5) Side setbacks fm' parcels within the airport perimeter fence situated along aircraft movement areas ramps taxiways, or parking
aprons are exempt from the side setback neau' nenents of this life The building restriction line identified on the Airport Layout Plan
Must be maintained. [ARE NOT REQUIRED FOR PARCELS ALONG CERTAIN AIRPORT TAXIWAYS AND THE APRON AS
FURTHER SET FORTH IN KMC 14.24.030.1
(6) All structures in aircraft-approach zones and within eight thousand feet (8,000') of the main runway shall be subject to height
limitation on the basis of Obstruction critei in as shown of the current FAA - approved Kenai +jnrio T Layout Plan
New Text Underlined; IDELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
Ordinance No. -2013
Page 3 of 3
Section 3. Deletion of Section 14.24.030 of the Kenai Municipal Code: That Kenai
Municipal Code, Section 14.24.030, Addendum to development requirements tables, is
hereby deleted in its entirety as follows:
[14.24.030 ADDENDUM TO DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TABLES.
(A) YARDS FOR CORNER LOTS. THE MINIMUM SIDE YARD ON THE STREET SIDE, OR
PLATTED RIGHT -OF -WAY, OR GOVERNMENT EASEMENT, OF A CORNER LOT SHALL BE
THE SAME AS THE MINIMUM FRONT YARD REQUIRED FOR THAT ZONE. THE FRONT
YARD SHALL BE DETERMINED AS BEING THE AREA BETWEEN THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO
THE BUILDING AND THE STREET, RIGHT -OF -WAY, OR GOVERNMENT EASEMENT.
(B) HEIGHT LIMITATION OF STRUCTURES NEAR AIRPORT. ALL STRUCTURES IN
AIRCRAFT - APPROACH ZONES AND WITHIN EIGHT THOUSAND FEET (8,000') OF THE MAIN
RUNWAY SHALL BE SUBJECT TO HEIGHT LIMITATION ON THE BASIS OF OBSTRUCTION
CRITERIA AS SHOWN ON THE CURRENT FAA - APPROVED KENAI AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN.
(C) SIDE SETBACK REQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE AIRPORT PERIMETER FENCE,
PARCELS CONTAINED IN THE AIRPORT PERIMETER FENCE SITUATED ALONG AIRCRAFT
MOVEMENT AREAS, RAMPS, TAXIWAYS, OR PARKING APRONS ARE EXEMPT FROM THE
SIDE SETBACK REQUIREMENTS OF THIS TITLE. THE BUILDING RESTRICTION LINE
IDENTIFIED ON THE AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED, 1
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 30 days after adoption.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this day of 2013.
PAT PORTER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Sandra Modigh, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
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ACTION AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL — REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
http:/iwww.d.kenaj.ak.us
CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda (Public comment 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.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes
per speaker)
1. Ken Coleman, Upper Cook Inlet Task Force — East Side Setnet Presentation
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comment limited to three (3)
minutes per speaker, thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Testimony limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, thirty
(30) minutes aggregated)
ENACTED. Ordinance No. 2674 -2013 — Amending the Kenai Municipal Code
Section 23.40.080 Retirement, to Reflect Current Retirement Options for City
Employees and Removing the Five Year Working Limitation for Employees
Exempted From Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
POSTPONED UNTIL FEBRUARY 20, 2013. Ordinance No. 2675 -2013 —
Amending the Kenai Municipal Code Section 14.20.300 Appeal to Superior
Court, to Specify That Appeals of Board of Adjustment Decisions May Only Be
Taken to the Superior Court in Kenai, Alaska by an Interested Party.
MINUTES
1. APPROVED BY CONSENT AGENDA. *Work Session Notes of January 16,
2013 (Investment Report)
2. APPROVED BY CONSENT AGENDA. *Regular Meeting of January 16, 2013
3. APPROVED BY CONSENT AGENDA. *Work Session Notes of January 22,
2013 (Proposed Estuary Rehabilitation Project)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
G. NEW BUSINESS
174kw
1. APPROVED. Action /Approval — Bills to be Ratified
2. CITY CLERK DIRECTED TO FORWARD NON - OBJECTION LETTER TO ABC
BOARD. Action /Approval — Non - Objection of Liquor License Renewal for the
Peninsula Moose Lodge #1942, License No. 2494.
3. APPROVED. Action /Approval — Amendment to Lease of Airport Lands between
the City of Kenai and Dan O. Pitts for Lot 1A, FBO Subdivision, Amending the
Lease in Order to Change the Purpose for Which the Lease is Issued from
"Freight Facility" to "Freight Facility and Fuel Operations and Airport Support
Operations."
4. APPROVED. Action /Approval —Amendment to Lease of Airport Lands between
the City of Kenai and Dan O. Pitts for Lot 2A1, FBO Subdivision, Amending the
Lease in Order to Change the Purpose for Which the Lease is Issued from
"Freight Facility" to "Freight Facility and Parking and Storage."
5. APPROVED. Action /Approval — Amendment to Lease of Airport Lands between
the City of Kenai and Alaskalanes, Inc. for Lot 3A, Spur Subdivision No. 1, 1983
Addition, Amending the Lease to Provide for Redetermination of the Rent,
Amending the Rent Rate Adjustment Cycle, and Allowing for a Payment
Schedule that Deviates from the Terms of the Lease
6. CONFIRMED. Action /Approval — Mayoral Nomination and Council Confirmation
of Melody Niichel to the Library Commission.
7. INTRODUCED /PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 20, 2013. *Ordinance No.
2676 -2013 — Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $3,260 in
the General Fund for Police Forensic Software Reimbursements from Internet
Crimes Against Children (ICAC).
8. INTRODUCED /PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 20, 2013. *Ordinance No.
2677 -2013 — Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $15,000 in
the Council on Aging Special Revenue Fund for the Purchase of Radios to
Become Compliant with Federal Communications Commission Regulations
Regarding Narrow Band Radio Frequencies.
9. INTRODUCED /PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 20, 2013. *Ordinance No.
2678 -2013 — Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $50,000 in
the Cemetery Improvements Capital Project Fund.
H. COMMISSION /COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4, Library Commission
5. Parks and Recreation Commission
6. Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Kenai Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 of 3
February 6, 2013
7. Beautification Committee
8. Mini -Grant Steering Committee
REPORT OF THE MAYOR
J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
L. REMOVED DURING APPROVAL OF AGENDA. EXECUTIVE SESSION —
Matters which by Law, Municipal Charter, or Ordinance are Required to be
Confidential [AS 44.62.310 (c)(3)] — Attorney / Client Privilege Regarding
Lashbrook Board of Adjustment Decision Appeal.
M. PENDING ITEMS
Ordinance No. 2656 -2012 — Amending the Kenai Municipal Code Section
3.10.070, Livestock Within the City Limits, to Exclude from the Definition of
"Livestock" a Limited Number of Chicken Hens to Allow for the Keeping of a
Small Number of Chicken Hens in the City and Amending Setback Requirements
for Chicken Containment Structures.
[Clerk's Note: At its November 21, 2012 meeting, Council postponed
Ordinance No. 2656 -2012 to the March 6, 2013 meeting and the ordinance
was referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission to conduct a review
and public hearings.]
N. ADJOURNMENT
INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Purchase Orders between $2,500 and $15,000 for Council Review
2. Gaming Permit Application Submitted to State of Alaska Department of Revenue
by Alaska Hotel and Lodging Associates, Inc.
3. Correspondence from the Division of Community and Regional Affairs Regarding
the FY 14 Population for the City of Kenai.
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City's website at
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's Office at 907- 283 -7535 ext 231.
City of Kenai Council Meeting Agenda Page 3 of 3
February 6, 2013
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
PLAT COMMITTEE & PLANNING COMMISSION
GEORGE A. NAVARRE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
144 NORTH BINKLEY STREET
SOLDOTNA, ALASKA 99669
7:00 p.m. January 28, 2013
Tentative Agenda
1EMBERS:
A.
CALL TO ORDER
Sari Anne Gross
B.
ROLL CALL
;outhwest Borough
arm Expires 2014
C.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA, EXCUSED ABSENCES, AND MINUTES
�andra Holsten.
'.ast Peninsula
1. Agenda
'arm Expires 2013
ames Isham
2. Member /Alternate Excused Absences
;terling
'arm Expires 2013
a. Philip Bryson, City of Kenai
larry Lockwood
.idgeway
b. JoAnne Collins, Anchor Point / Ninilchik
arm Expires 2013
C. Robert Ruffner, Clam Gulch / Kasilof
;lair Martin
:alifornsky Beach
'arm
3. Minutes
Expires 2015
,LTERNATES:
a. January 7, 2013 Plat Committee Minutes
ason Tauriainen
lorthwest Borough
b. January 7, 2013 Planning Commission Minutes
arm Expires 201 4
D.
PUBLIC COMMENT
(Items other than those appearing on the agenda. Limited to five minutes per speaker unless
previous arrangements are made.)
1. "Anadromous Fish Habitat Protection Task Force Update"
Paul Ostrander, Chief of Staff, AFHP Task Force Facilitator
E.
SUBDIVISION PLAT PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Bay View Sub No. 3 2012 Addn.
KPB File 2013 -012 [Johnson / Petska]
Location: City of Homer
2, Blazy Park Sub No. 3
KPB File 2013 -013 [Integrity / Blazy]
Location: City of Soldotna
3. Lake View Terrace Dykstra Replat
KPB File 2013 -015 [Integrity / Dykstra]
Location: On Holly Avenue in Soldotna
4. University Heights Sub Walklin Addn.
KPB File 2013 -016 [Whitford / Walklin, Colson]
1
Location: On Denali Street in Soldotna
FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT PUBLIC HEARING - None
G. OTHER / NEW BUSINESS
Vacate a 1 -foot by 10 -foot square centered about the existing well and
running in an east to west direction, within the 10 -foot utility easement to
accommodate an encroaching well adjacent to the northern boundary of Lot
1, granted by US Survey 2520 Crown Point Subdivision Tract D (Plat SW 82-
18); within Section 24, Township 4 North, Range 1 West, Seward Meridian,
Alaska; and within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. KPB File 2013 -014 PC
Resolution No. 2013 -02. Petitioners: Lauren Rouen and Kathryn Young for
the Alaska State DNR of Anchorage, Alaska. Location: West of Seward
Hwy in Moose Pass; Moose Pass APC
H. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION -- NO ACTION REQUIRED
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING
PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE FOR THIS MEETING ONLY!
The next regularly scheduled Plat Committee meeting will be held Monday, February 11,
2013 at the Donald E. Gilman River Center, 514 Funny River Rd, Soldotna, AK at 5:30 p.m.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Phone: 907-714-2215 Fax: 907-714-2378
Phone: toll free within the Borough 1 -800- 478 -4441, extension 2215
e -mail address: plan ninonc borough.kenai ak us
web site: www.borough.kenai.ak.us/planningdept
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
PLAT COMMITTEE
DONALD E GILMAN RIVER CENTER
514 FUNNY RIVER ROAD
SOLDOTNA, ALASKA 99669
6:00 p.m. February 11, 2013
Tentative Agenda
A.
CALL TO ORDER
1EMBERS:
7ari Anne Gross
B.
ROLL CALL
:ouhwest Borough
.erm Expires 2014
C.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA, EXCUSED ABSENCES, AND MINUTES
;andra Holsten
:ast Peninsula
1. Agenda
erm Expires 2013
2. Member /Alternate Excused Absences
ames Isham
derling
arm Expires 2013
3. Minutes
larry Lockwood
a. January 28, 2013 Plat Committee & Planning Commission Minutes
:idgeway
erm Expires 2013
D.
PUBLIC COMMENT
;lair Martin
(Items other than those appearing on the agenda. Limited to five minutes per speaker unless
Alifornsky Beach
'erm
previous arrangements are made.)
Expires 2015
,LTERNATES:
E.
SUBDIVISION PLAT PUBLIC HEARINGS
anon Tauriainen
1. Schwanke Sub 2013 Addition
lorthwest Borough
KPB File 2013 -017 [Johnson /Letzring]
arm Expires 201 4
Location: On Kenai Drive in Sterling.
2. River Bridge Est Sub 2013 Addition
KPB File 2013 -022 [Johnson /Hassell]
Location: On Laura Lane in Soldotna
3. Birch Hill Sub 2013 with SLE & ROW Vac.
KPB File 2013 -019 [Integrity /Tachick, Soldotna Baptist Church]
Location: On Mooring Drive in Soldotna
4. Providence Place Sub
KPB File 2013 -025 [Integrity /Olson]
Location: On Island Lake Road in North Kenai
5. Mystic Field Sub
KPB File 2013 -026 [Integrity /Downs]
Location: On Rustic Avenue in Soldotna
6. Lofsdell Acres 2013 Addition
KPB File 2013 -027 [Integrity/Wartinbee]
Location: On Aloft Street in Soldotna
7. Kees Tern Subdivision
KPB File 2013 -023 [Segesser /Martin]
Location: City of Kenai
8. Bunnell's Sub No. 19 Tract A 2012 Replat
KPB File 2013 -024 [Seabright/Christian Community Church]
Location: City of Homer
FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT PUBLIC HEARING - None
G. OTHER / NEW BUSINESS
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION -- NO ACTION REQUIRED
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING
The next regularly scheduled Plat Committee meeting will be held Monday, February 25,
2013 at the Kenai Peninsula Borough George A. Navarre Administration Building, 144 North
Binkley Street, Soldotna at 5:30 p.m.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Phone: 907-714-2215 Fax: 907-714-2378
Phone: toll free within the Borough 1- 800 -478 -4441, extension 2215
e -mail address: plan ning(@boro ugh. kenai ak us
web site: www.borough.kenai.ak.us/planningdept
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
PLAT COMMITTEE
DONALD E GILMAN RIVER CENTER
514 FUNNY RIVER ROAD
SOLDOTNA, ALASKA 99669
6:00 p.m. February 11, 2013
Tentative Agenda
A.
CALL TO ORDER
MEMBERS:
Mari Anne Gross
B.
ROLL CALL
Southwest Borough
Term Expires 2014
C.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA, EXCUSED ABSENCES, AND MINUTES
Sandra Holston
East Peninsula
1. Agenda
Term Expires 2013
2. Member /Alternate Excused Absences
James Isham
Sterling
Term Expires 2013
3. Minutes
Harry Lockwood
a. January 28, 2013 Plat Committee & Planning Commission Minutes
Ridgeway
Term Expires 2013
D.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Blair Martin
(Items other than those appearing on the agenda. Limited to five minutes per speaker unless
Kalifornsky Beach
previous arrangements are made.)
Term Expires 2015
ALTERNATES:
E.
SUBDIVISION PLAT PUBLIC HEARINGS
Jason Tauriainen
1. Schwanke Sub 2013 Addition
Northwest Borough
KPB File 2013 -017 [Johnson /Letzring]
Term Expires 201 4
Location: On Kenai Drive in Sterling
2. River Bridge Est Sub 2013 Addition
KPB File 2013 -022 [Johnson /Hassell]
Location: On Laura Lane in Soldotna
3. Birch Hill Sub 2013 with SLE & ROW Vac.
KPB File 2013 -019 [Integrity /Tachick, Soldotna Baptist Church]
Location: On Mooring Drive in Soldotna
4. Providence Place Sub
KPB File 2013 -025 [Integrity /Olson]
Location: On Island Lake Road in North Kenai
5. Mystic Field Sub
KPB File 2013 -026 [Integrity /Downs]
Location: On Rustic Avenue in Soldotna
6. Lofsdell Acres 2013 Addition
KPB File 2013 -027 [1 meg rity/Wartin bee]
Location: On Aloft Street in Soldotna
7. Kee's Tern Subdivision
KPB File 2013 -023 [Segesser /Martin]
Location: City of Kenai
8. Bunnell's Sub No. 19 Tract A 2012 Replat
KPB File 2013 -024 [Seabright /Christian Community Church]
Location: City of Homer
FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT PUBLIC HEARING - None
G. OTHER/ NEW BUSINESS
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION -- NO ACTION REQUIRED
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING
The next regularly scheduled Plat Committee meeting will be held Monday, February 25,
2013 at the Kenai Peninsula Borough George A. Navarre Administration Building, 144 North
Binkley Street, Soldotna at 5:30 p.m.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Phone: 907-714-2216 Fax: 907-714-2378
Phone: toll free within the Borough 1- 800 - 478 -4441, extension 2215
e -mail address: planning(a)borough.kenai.ak.us
web site: www.borough.kenai.ak.us/lplanningdept
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / FAX: 907 - 283 -3014 1II�I1
1992
MEMO:
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Marilyn Kebschull, Planning Administration
DATE: January 23, 2013
SUBJECT: Annual Reports — Extraction of Natural Resources
There are currently seven active gravel pits operating in the City under Conditional Use Permits.
The operators have submitted yearly reports as required by code. The following is a brief
synopsis of the 2012 operations:
The Cone pit operates under grandfather status. Mrs. Cone completed the reporting
requirements for the operation. There are several parcels included in this extraction
operation. Mrs. Cone reported approximately 1,401 cubic yards of pit run material and
approximately 2,027 cubic yards of peat was used to process 50/50 mix materials was
extracted from this site this past year. Mrs. Cone advised that reclamation activities
included work on the entry way including building up a dirt terrace and planting trees and
shrubs; planting 5 acres of timothy and clover, and repainting the utility /storage building.
Mrs. Cone advised that $2,800 was spent on recovery work. Meeks Sand and Gravel
continued to lease and operate the pit.
Foster Construction holds permits to excavate from two areas. The oldest gravel pit is
located off Beaver Loop Road in the Angler Acres area. This pit is now owned by
Angler Enterprises, a corporation formed by the Fosters. This site is being reclaimed for
as a future the Planned Unit Residential Development. The Fosters are continuing to
work with legal representation to complete the documents required for the development.
Mr. Foster reported that no material was extracted from the site this year and that any
future extraction will be minimal. He further explained that peat and soil surplus to the
reclamation will be removed from the site. For the Planned Unit Development, they have
identified two additional home sites, and are working on a construction agreement with
Homer Electric Association to provide underground power for the development. Pipe
conduits were placed under Ames Road for future use for power, phone, and gas
companies prior to the paving of Ames Road. The report notes that the site is 80 percent
Annual Report
Extraction of Natural Resources
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reclaimed with new grass planted and the last 20 percent is the area planned for future
home sites.
The second pit permit that Foster Construction operates is located off Beaver Loop Road
between the Krogseng and Doyle pits. This pit is now owned by Twin Rivers Resources
with Mr. Foster being the main contact. The report for this pit notes approximately
39,839 cubic yards of material excavated this year. The report noted that the majority of
this material was used at the Kenaitze Tribe hospital project in Old Town Kenai. No
reclamation was conducted this year. The report noted that the majority of material was
extracted from the center of the pit and that all side slopes were shaped and seeded last
year.
3. Pat Doyle, Beaver Loop Sand & Gravel, operates off Beaver Loop Road next to Foster
Construction. This pit is operated under grandfather status. The report noted
approximately 2,354 cubic yards of gravel was extracted and sold this year. No
reclamation activity was reported. There is also a storage yard at the site for Doyle
Construction.
4. Daniel Krogseng, AA Dan's Construction operates off Beaver Loop Road next to Foster
Construction. Mr. Krogseng reported approximately 4,562 cubic yards of gravel was
extracted last year. Mr. Krogseng advises that they are continuing to excavate the lake.
The report estimates 5 percent of the reclamation completed.
5. Zubeck, Inc. operates from two parcels located in Hollier Subdivision. The pits are
behind Cone's property. The report notes approximately 400 cubic yards gravel was sold
from an existing stockpile. No reclamation activities took place in 2012. This site is
operated under grandfather status.
6. Michael Pelch operates a pit located off Beaver Loop Road across from the Foster's
Angler Acres pit. Mr. Pelch reports no material was excavated during 2012 due to the
high water table. The report notes reclamation activities included side slope work and
tree planting. Mr. Pelch was notified that Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.157 (a) provides
for revocation of permits if the pit is unused for a period of three (3) years. "If the
administrative official determines based on his yearly review or any other investigation
undertaken by him, that the conduct of the operation is not in compliance with the
provisions of this chapter, he may revoke the permit. He shall not revoke the permit,
however, unless and until the permit holder has been notified of the violation and given a
reasonable opportunity to correct it. In the event that a pit is unused for a period of three
(3) years, the administrative official may revoke the conditional use permit."
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794 �IIIIm
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / FAX: 907 - 283 -3014
1992
MEMO:
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Marilyn Kebschull, Planning Administration
DATE: February 4, 2013
SUBJECT: Priority List— Kenai`s Capital Request— 2013 Legislative Session
Attached, for your information, is the City of Kenai's amended priority list submitted to
the Legislator for consideration during the 2013 Legislative session.
Attachments
CITY OF KENAI
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITES
F
OR STATE FUNDING REQUESTS FOR
SFY 2014
NUMBERI I ____....
QUESTS
FUNDING
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Storage Reservoir
, • ^ rI UI =�L WwJe construct anew water storage reservoir to
allow for needed long -term maintenance of the Citys tone
3
million gallon water storage reservoir. The existing reservoir's
internal coating system is deteriorating and failing . the
interior coating is the original coating system installed when
the reservoir was constructed and is well past its useful life:
The cathodic protection system has protected underiying
metals to date but as more of the internal coating syems fails
the underlying metals will corrode, threatening the structural
intergrity, of the reservoir. Re- coating of the existing reservoir
will remove the reservoir from service for 4 -8 months and
requires an alternative storage reservoir.
lct New City Light/Heavy
'alit. Maintenance Shop &
This project would construct a 20,000 sf maintenance shop 10
lent Storage
replace the existing shop. The exsiting shop is a collection of
buildings and conex s that lacks the room to perform
maintenance on the City's equipment fleet, and also lacks
engineered ventilation systems as well as other
improvements found in designed facilities. This project also
includes a new 20,000 s.f. equipment storage building
. y. cost
dated roadways within it's municipal boundaries, The cost
maintenance of gravel roadways is high, dust from gravel
idways is a health issue for the elderly & young. The City
'intains an ongoing Locaf Improvement District (LID)
Warn to pave focal streets and roads with the City
,viding a 50% cost share for the improvements.
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t— t prise of a three phase project to construe
rments to the VWUTP and identified in the VVW7p
Plan prepared by CH2MHi11 in 2003 .
w sePpon operations and maintenance -
as are always difficult projects to move forward. The
It facility was never designed to facilitate the support
mance activities which are being accomplished.
may be an opportunity for Federal participation,
tally FAA funding in an amount comensurate with
use of the facility. Total project cost estimate is
imately $6 million, of which the City has $4 million in-
Mat a project of this type be
rpelually included in capital project requests to the State
Alaska. This ongoing infrastructure improvement project
S improved the safety and operational efficiency of the
y's roadways. The projects have been designed and
Istructed by local consultants and contractors providing
Cher economic benefits to the area.
Prepared by: R. Koch
CITY OF KENAI
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITIES
FOR STATE FUNDING REQUESTS FOR
SFY 2014
PRIORITY
PROJECT TITLE
- DESCRIPTION
REQUESTED
NOTESICOMMENTS
NUMBER
FUNDING
Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades --
This project is the initial phase of a four -phase project. Phase
$ 1,670,790.00
A grant application for this project has been submitted
Phase I
1 will address improvements to the treatment process to lower
under the State of Alaska, Department of Environmental
ammonia effluent discharge levels in advance of ammonia
Conservation (ADEC) Municipal Matching Grant Program
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limitations which will be included in the next APDES permit
(MMG)- We have received the scoring and this project and
renewal. Phase I improvements will also include replacement
not have scored well enough to be included in the
of aging, failing, equipment and install additional equipment to
Governor's SFY 2014 capital budget. The City Council
providec redundancy In critical operating systems.
passed Resolution No. 2012 -51 identifying this project as
the number one ADEC MMG priority.
Kenai Industrial Park Construction Phase
This project would construct
S 500,000.00
This fully develops the Kenai Industrial Park. The
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water/ sewer /electicalltelecommunications !natural gas utilities
legislature may be seeking economic development projects
to the second phase of the Kenai Industrial Park (up to 20
this year.
5
lots, +/- 25 acres)
Capital Improvements to Support State
This project would construct three Fish Cleaning(Waste
$ 150,000.00
Last year the State provided a $150,000 appropriation in
Personal Use Fishery
Transfer & Enforcement/Data Collection Stations. The three
response to the City's request for $300,000. The $150,00
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stations would be located at the North Beach, South Beach,
requested in the SFY 2014 budget would provide funding to
and City Boat Launch.
support the waste disposal solutions.
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CITY OF KENAI
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) PRIORITES
FOR STATE FUNDING REQUESTS FOR
-RI:Y ?f14 A
OTHER PROJECTS WHICH WERE CONSIDERED
Construction nrsr street from California
Avenue to Florida Avenue. This roadway exhibits differential
movement of the curb & miller and asphalt. Further the
asphalt has and is failing.
- -- -- °�• °- nis new fire engine would replace an existin 26 year old fire
engine. Our 1982 fire engine is the oldest equipment $ sof"ooeoo
presenlly in use at the Fire Department, and was one of the
last years in which "open jump seat "fire engines were
allowed by code. The old engine has reached the end of it's
useful life and should be feelaced
as an addition to the existing Kenai mmiti- purpose
The facility would be used by area schools, pre -
soccer and other organizations.
"',,,,we . nver access
boats only.
a State /Federal appropuatlon(s) such as priority #3,
Vj��t nas Dean miscussem oy the parks & Recreation
ssion and it is my understanding they wish to
e discussion on the subject. This project is certainly
of discussion hot sigNfrcant work needs to be
Hished to determine its feasibility,
- dwempnsmng a "Needs Assessment Study"
scheduled to be finished in 2011_ It•s doubtful any funding
would be available for this project in advance of the
completion of the study, and that Statelfederal funding
woufd be appropriated to a State Agency that would be
-esponsible for the construction and operation of the facilif
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CITY OF KENAI
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (GIP) PRIORITES
FOR STATE FUNDING REQUESTS FOR
SFY 2014
PRIORITY
PROJECTTITLE
DESCRIPTION
REQUESTED
NOTESICOMMENTS
NUMaER
FUNDING
Kenai Spur Highway -Upgrade Five
This project is proposed to provide safety improvements to
$ 3,000,000.00
This project has ranked high on the 2010 -2013 STIP and
Intersections
Beaver Loop, Thompson Park, Strawberry Road, Silver
funding isproposed in SFY 2011 for conceptual design, and
Salmon, and TBD to include turn lanes and lighting. Traffic
ROW acquisition.
accidents at these intersections usually involve at least one
vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed, and are of significant
severity-
Kenai Spur Highway - Upgrade to Five
Conflicting traffic patterns (through traffic vs
$ 30,000,000.00
This project has not ranked high on the 2010 -2013 STIP, A
Lane configuration Between Soldotna
business /residential traffic) and increased traffic counts have
predecessor project, the improvement of live intersections
and Kenai
increased the number and severity of accidents between
of this roadway has ranked well on the STIP and funding
Kenai & Soldotna. Planned commercial developments will
for conceptual study & ROW acuisition is proposed to begin
significantly increase traffic in the near future
in SFY 2011. The full five -lane project will not be
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considered for funding until the intersection project is
through design, or possibly during construction.
New Soccer Fields Irrigation
Project would design and install irrigation system for four
$ 250,000.00
r
soccer fields
Bridge Access Road, Pedestrian
This project would construct a pedestrian pathway from the
$ 2,000,000.00
1 am not aware of any sources of funding that are available
Pathway
Kenai Spur Highway to Kalifornsky Beach Road along Bridge
for this project, and several regulatory agencies (EPA,
Access Road. This area is heavily traveled by pedestrians,
USDF &W) have expressed significant opposition to the
sight seer's, bicyclists, etc. This project is approximately 2
project.
miles long and would complete the 24 mile Unity Trail that
connects Kenai and Soldotna, along both the Spur Highway
and Kslifomsky Beach Road.
Vehicle Storage Facility for Kenai Senior
This project would construct a six -bay vehicle storage facility
$ 600,000.00
Center Vehicles
at the City maintenance yard. At present the vehicles are
stored outside the center. During the winter this results In
vehicles running to maintain heat for trips for the senior
clients, and also results in increased mechanical difficulties.
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1111'll1e with a Past, Ci� with a Fature"
210 Fidaigo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / Fax: 907- 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
Construct a New One-Million Gallon Water Storage reservoir
(Requested Appropriation $2,500,000)
The City of Kenai's present Water Storage requirements are met through the use of a three
million - gallon storage reservoir. The average daily demand on the City's water utility ranges
from 800,000 to 1.2 million gallons per day, the existing storage is equivalent to three days
average demand.
While the existing three million gallon water storage reservoir is adequate to meet present
demands, having a single water storage facility does not allow for the water storage reservoir to
be taken "off -line" to perform maintenance and repair activities.
The existing three million gallon reservoir was constructed in 1978, and has been in continuous
service for 34 years. The reservoir has performed in an exemplary manner in providing
adequate storage to meet domestic, industrial, and fire protection needs for the community.
In 2011, the City hired a consultant to perform a condition survey of the existing reservoir
(attached), Not surprisingly, given the age of the coating system, the engineering consultant
found:
"The interior coating system shows signs of extensive coating failure after its years of
service, The roof coating has failed over 30 % of the surface and shell coating has
blisters on 85% of the shell surfaces. The wall blisters are beginning to crack and cause
large scale underfilm corrosion and delamination. There is no serious metal loss at this
time but the tank will probably need to be repainted in 1 -3 years."
Re- coating the City's water storage reservoir is a highly - technical process which will require a
four to six period during which the three- million - gallon reservoir will be out of service. The
process includes but is not limited to:
1. Draining the reservoir.
2. Removal of all silt and other debris inside the reservoir.
3. Installing interior scaffolding
4. Removal (sand blasting) of the existing coating system.
5. Non - destructive testing of the reservoir roof, floor, and walls to verify structural
integrity.
6. Repair of any damaged surfaces and /or structural members.
7. Installing updated level control system.
8. De- humidification of reservoir interior to facilitate re- coating.
9. Preparation of interior surfaces
10. Re- coating (multiple coating layers.)
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Without the construction of either a temporary or permanent alternate water storage reservoir it
is impossible to remove the existing three million gallon water storage reservoirfrom service.
We have explored temporary water storage and found that to meet the minimum requirement of
at least one day's water demand ( +/- 1,000,000 gallons) and found that temporary water storage
is not feasible given that the water must be potable, and the volume of temporary storage
results in significant costs, approaching costs of permanent storage. ,
Additionally, the City water utility experiences a 3 % -5% increase in water consumption annually.
In order to maintain three day water storage capacity a new one million gallon reservoir will be
required within the next 10 years.
In evaluating the priority of the City's capital needs it is oftentimes difficult to accurately gauge
the specific need. This project was determined to be the City's number three capital priority for
2012. In the event there was a failure of the existing three - million - gallon water reservoir this
project would instantaneously become the City's number one priority.
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / Fax: 907- 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
Construct New City Light /Heavy Equipment Maintenance
Shop
(Requested Appropriation $2,000,000)
The City of Kenai's Equipment Maintenance Shop provides services to the Public Works,
Streets, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Airport, and Senior Center Departments. It maintains
over 400 pieces of City equipment.
The existing shop is over 30 years old, undersized, and not conducive to an efficient
maintenance program. The size of the existing shop does not allow for the storage of equipment
which is being worked on and waiting for parts, resulting in the equipment needing to be towed
outside to make room for other maintenance work. Several pieces of equipment are too large for
the existing shop. When large equipment requires maintenance, the work must be conducted
outside. There is not a comprehensive ventilation system, nor is there separation between the
welding area and the remainder of the shop. We use an adequate system of individual
ventilators, but it is not an effective system. The parts room is a conex which has been
connected to the shop. Bathroom/wash facilities are minimal, and the shop does not have a
shower, other than in an emergency station.
The City has already conducted a needs analysis and hired a design consultant to complete the
design documents, the 35% design documents are included.
The cost estimate for a new shop is as follows:
Sitework $ 100,OOD
Building Construction (Shop) 2,750,000
Building Construction (Equip. Storage) 2,000,000
Fixtures & Equipment 500,000
Design, Administration & Contingency —650,000
Total $ 6,000,000
The City of Kenai has planned for the construction of this new facility and has dedicated
$4,000,000 from General Fund reserves and other revenue sources to construct the shop phase
of the project. The City's request is for a matching $2,000,000 appropriation from the State for
the heavy equipment storage facility.
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 - 7535/ Fax: 907 - 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
Paving Improvements to City streets
(Requested Appropriation $1,000,000)
The City of Kenai owns and maintains over 64 miles of municipal roadways. Over 15 miles of
these roadways are constructed only to improved gravel standards. Over the past four years the
City has undertaken projects to improve approximately five miles of gravel roadways to a paved
standard affecting over 350 properties. These projects include pavement, dr
signage improvements. ainage, safety, and
Funding for these projects has been accomplished through local improvement districts (LID'S),
where the City, using City /State funding has funded 100% of the up -front costs of the
improvements with assessments being levied upon properties in the LID for 50% of the project
costs, resulting in shared 50/50 projects.
The City desires to continue this program of LID improvements. The benefits include but are not
limited to:
I. Improving air quality
2. Improving the quality of storm water run -off
3. Decreasing maintenance costs
4. Improving safety
5. increasing property values
6. Creation of local employment
Based
on historical
$1 million of funding dwill improve none mile to two miles of roadways' to paved standards. adways,
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210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / Fax: 907 - 283 -3014
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CITY OF KENAI
NARRATIVE FOR
ADEC SFY 2014
MUNICIPAL MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM
(Requested Appropriation $ 1,700,000)
The City of Kenai's Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) was constructed in 1962. It was sized
to accommodate a population of 11,650 people and an average wastewater flow of 1.3 million
gallons per day (mgd). The present population of Kenai is approximately 8,000 and average
wastewater flow is 0.90 mgd, or 70% of the plant design capacity.
A Wastewater Facility Master Plan was completed in March 2004 by CH2MHill. The cost
estimate for recommended improvements totaled $5,198,000 (in 2004 dollars) and were
identified as being accomplished in four phases. Estimated costs have been increased by 32%
to account for construction inflation.
The four phases identified by CH2MHill are not consistent with the proposed phasing as a result
of funding constraints and improvements that have already been accomplished.
The issues to be addressed by this project are as follows
1. The City's WWTP Alaska Pollution Discharge Elimination System (APDES)
permit will be renewed in 2013. Presently, the City's permit does not specify a
limit for ammonia in the wastewater plant discharge. Our research has shown
that recent permit renewals have required relatively low ammonia levels for the
effluent (i.e. Palmer). The ammonia levels in the City's WWTP discharge may fail
to meet what appears to be the standard required by ADEC.
2. The existing sludge belt press is 25 years old, and while not functionally
obsolete, it requires major maintenance /upgrades in the near future to maintain
system reliability and compatibility with control systems. Because the WWTP has
only a single sludge belt press the press, cannot be taken out of service to
accomplish major maintenance tasks.
3. Two of the aeration basins exhibit a structural failure of the concrete wall which
separates the basins. There is a breach between the two and as such the two
basins must be operated as a single unit.
4. The existing rotary screen has been removed from operation, resulting in excess
solids being introduced into the treatment process. The screen has been
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removed from the process because it often clogged resulting in raw waste
flowing onto the floor in the headworks facility,
5. The present system does not provide an efficient method to control aeration.
Blowers provide three to four times the necessary oxygen to the aeration basins.
6. Existing course bubble diffusers are not efficient.
7. Existing system does not effectively manage sludge,
The following is a description of improvements proposed under phase 1 of this project:
Sludge Belt Press
The installation of a second sludge belt press will provide system redundancy and allow for the
existing sludge belt press to be taken out of service for an extended period (46 months) while
major maintenance upgrades can be accomplished. A new belt press and conveyer system will
address the ADEC observation during the 2009 inspection that the transfer of solids to trucks
resulted in solids falling onto the floor in the headworks facility.
Solids Removal System
The installation of a solids removal system to work in conjunction with the existing grinder will
result in solid s removal meeting the EPA paint test and decrease demands on the treatment
plant /system.
Activated Sludge System Improvements
Upgrade Fine Bubble Aeration
Upgrade Aerobic Digester Blower System
The blowers currently provide three to four times the necessary oxygen concentration to
the aeration basins and there is no way to efficiently control this with the existing
equipment. The installation of one small blower with a variable speed motor, the
installation of variable speed motors on the existing blowers, the installation of a new
control system, and replacing the coarse bubble diffusers , with fine bubble diffusers will
result in improved treatment and a significant drop in power consumption.
2. Upgrade Waste Activated Sludge (WAS) System
Upgrade Return Activated Sludge (RAS) System
The activated sludge treatment process works best when a steady low flow of sludge is
returned to the aeration basin (RAS). The pumps currently in use return too much sludge
in too short a time to the aeration basin resulting in system failures, increased
maintenance and increased energy consumption,
The WAS pumps currently in service are a progressive cavity type that require frequent
service. Replacement with a simple centrifugal pump system would lower maintenance
costs and improve treatment efficiency by allowing a steady flow of sludge to the aerobic
digestion tank rather than large intermittent flows.
The upgrades to the RAS & WAS Systems, and the upgrades to the aeration system will
significantly improve the performance of the WWTP in terms of decreasing the costs of
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aeration, improving the settleability of the sludge, and minimizing /eliminating permit non-
compliance incidents.
WWTP Control Building Expansion ( +/ -1,000 s.f.)
The addition of a second sludge belt press will require the re- location of the WWTP laboratory.
There is not sufficient space anywhere within the existing building to accommodate laboratory
operations. The construction of a 1,000 s.f, addition to the WWTP Control Building will provide
the room necessary for a fully functioning laboratory sufficient to support the operations of the
WWTP.
Operations and maintenance costs will be reduced as a result of improvements constructed
under this project.
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„V'1la9e tvit” Pst Cif with a Frahm"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907 - 283 -7535 / Fax: 907 -283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
Kenai Industrial Dark Construction - Phase it
Utilities
(Requested Appropriation $50O,o0o)
The Construction of the initial phase of the Kenai Industrial Park was funded through a
Legislative Appropriation in SFY 2012, Phase I of the Kenai Industrial Park Project is on
schedule for platting to be complete in late 2012, with construction to begin in early 2013.
To incentivize the development of the industrial park, the City of Kenai will recognize a
leaseholder's site development costs as a 100% credit against future lease payments. These
credits will include, but not be limited to, costs associated with clearing & grubbing, unclassified
excavation, and classified fill and backfll. in some cases, leaseholders may not be burdened
with lease payments for as many as five years. These improvements will always be to the future
benefit of the City of Kenai and will provide businesses, especially start-up businesses,
substantial cash -flow benefits.
The Industrial Park is comprised of 20 -25 lots totaling over 1,600,000 square feet, or 37 acres in
area. To date, 6.8 acres or 18% of the area, of the Industrial Park has already been leased to
Buccaneer Alaska Operations, Inc. The City is presently in negotiations with several interested
companies for substantial area within the industrial park. The majority of interested companies
are associated with the revitalized oil & gas industry on the Kenai Peninsula. The location of the
Kenai Industrial Park, on well maintained roadways, served by public utilizes, and adjacent to
the Kenai Municipal Airport has proved attractive to established and new companies.
This project phase will extend the utilities constructed in Phase 1, to serve an additional +/ -18
acres of the industrial park.
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" 114l e with a Past, C# with a Future"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611 -7794
Telephone: 907- 283 -7535 / Fax: 907 - 283 -3014
www.ci.kenai.ak.us
State Personal Use Fishery, Capital improvements
(Requested Appropriation $150,000)
The State of Alaska Personal Use Fishery is both a positive and a negative for the City of Kenai.
We welcome our Alaskan neighbors to take part in this fishery, however the activity has grown
to such a level that the existing resources which the City provides are not adequate to respond
to the crowds.
There are a number of issues which need to be addressed, these include enforcement, data
collection, and State funding for capital projects to assist the City in providing a parking and
camping area for the up to 15,000 individuals which participate in the fishery on a daily basis.
Our residential subdivisions near the beach are being over -run with vehicles /campers as they
simply do not have alternative places to park. On one day during the last year's season an
estimated 15,000 people were participating in the fishery at the mouth of the Kenai River, and
10,000 participants is commonplace.
One specific issue is the amount of fish waste that is deposited on tidelands owned by the City.
When participants clean fish the fish waste is often thrown into the river /ocean where it ends up
being washed up to the tideline. The City attempts to remove the decomposing fish waste each
evening by utilizing a tractor with a rake to transport fish waste.
The City recommends that fish cleaning stations be constructed in three locations, (North
Beach, Boat Launch and South Beach) and that disposal of fish waste from the personal use
fishery into the Kenai River be prohibited by regulation.
Estimated costs for the construction of three fish cleaning stations is as follows:
Water Systems
$100,000
Site Preparation
30,000
Wastewater Disposal Systems
60,000
Cleaning Facilities & Appurtenances
75,000
Design, Administration & Contingency
35.000
Sub -Total
$300,000
Less SFY 2013 Appropriation (150,000)
SFY 2014 Request $150,000
The fish cleaning stations could also be used as data collection, and enforcement stations for
ADF &G and AST.
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